My Montana got its long awaited TV
While my 2003 F450 (7.3) has been my favorite toy, I felt it was time to let her go. We took delivery on a 2013 Ford F450 4x4 Longbed with all options. The drive home was done by my DW who likened i...
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motorcycle jack wrote:redavis wrote:
I don't know what they did to the steering geometry but it has a much shorter turning radius than the '06 did.
Randy
Randy-
The 450 has always had the "wide-track" steering which gives it better steering than a 250 or 350. Just look at where the front tires are on a 350 and then look at your 450. This wider stance allows a much shorter turning radius.
Actual it is the wheel cut angle that gives it a better turning radius. The wider stance in the spindle/king pin area is what allows for a greater cut angle. 4x4 are normally more restricted on wheel cut angle because of the U joint at the spindle.
Those that tow with Volvo 610's and 670's know all about this, as they turn much tighter that pickup trucks.
Chris
