What suspension upgrades i should consider for my truck?
My truck is a 2011 Ford F350 6.4L dually, that I believe has a maximum listed payload of around 5000# and I have recently ordered a new Northern Lite 10-2 CD Special Edition camper for it that I will be getting next spring. I expect the camper fully loaded will weigh around 4500#. I will also be towing a drift boat from time to time, but that is relatively lightweight, and would not add appreciably to the truck's hitch weight
I have towed a relatively large and heavy 5th wheel trailer with my truck, but have never owned a truck camper. However, since I've got some time between now and when I get the Northern Lite, I would like to consider upgrades to the truck's suspension beforehand, so when I put the camper on it for the first time, and drive off into the sunset (!) everything will be just as I dreamed it would be, and not have any significant problems - if that's possible.
Everything is pretty much stock on my truck right now, other than what I call "trim" accessories, including a nice pair of Duraflap mud flaps. Also, I am presently running BF Goodrich Rugged Trail 245/75/17E AT tires on the truck right now.
What, if any, upgrades to my truck's suspension should I consider getting? What order of priority would you suggest for them? Also, where there are different product brands available, what are the best brands to consider?
I suppose these could include things like Torklift Stableloads, lower and or upper, sway bars for the rear and/or front, air bags, or tires. Perhaps there are other things as well.
I know practically nothing in this area, other than the limited things I've read here, and on manufacturer's websites. So, all of your thoughts and suggestions are appreciated.
John
I have towed a relatively large and heavy 5th wheel trailer with my truck, but have never owned a truck camper. However, since I've got some time between now and when I get the Northern Lite, I would like to consider upgrades to the truck's suspension beforehand, so when I put the camper on it for the first time, and drive off into the sunset (!) everything will be just as I dreamed it would be, and not have any significant problems - if that's possible.
Everything is pretty much stock on my truck right now, other than what I call "trim" accessories, including a nice pair of Duraflap mud flaps. Also, I am presently running BF Goodrich Rugged Trail 245/75/17E AT tires on the truck right now.
What, if any, upgrades to my truck's suspension should I consider getting? What order of priority would you suggest for them? Also, where there are different product brands available, what are the best brands to consider?
I suppose these could include things like Torklift Stableloads, lower and or upper, sway bars for the rear and/or front, air bags, or tires. Perhaps there are other things as well.
I know practically nothing in this area, other than the limited things I've read here, and on manufacturer's websites. So, all of your thoughts and suggestions are appreciated.
John
