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DaDubs's avatar
DaDubs
Explorer
Jan 05, 2014

Am I going to regret my decision?

I sold my 2010 F350 Diesel and purchased a 2013 F150 Platinum with the Ecoboost and Max Tow package. My trailer is a Passport 2910BH that has a GVWR of 8000lbs.

The diesel was a little overkill for my trailer, but it was nice to have all the extra power while pulling the trailer. But camping season is relatively short in Canada, and it doubled as my daily driver to work(only a 5km commute). So, It became a bit of a PITA to use a commuter vehicle, as the Diesel Particulate filter always needed a good run to get it cleaned out.

The F150 is so much nicer to drive around town, but am I going to be sorry once camping season begins?
  • Mike_E_'s avatar
    Mike_E_
    Explorer II
    Jan 05, 2014
    I"d say enjoy your new truck!!! Sounds like you already are.
    That's all that really counts.

    It will pull it all over those rolling hills you have out there ;), and if you ever decide to head to the Coast, don't worry, you will easily get to the top of the ranges just like everybody else.

    Cheers,
    Mike
  • btd35's avatar
    btd35
    Explorer
    Jan 05, 2014
    It's pushing it. I would rather have a truck that is well able to pull than just barely able to pull. Been that route before. Burned up 2 engines.
  • westend's avatar
    westend
    Explorer
    Jan 05, 2014
    Just ask yourself this: How did the F-150 start this morning?

    Running a diesel F-350 for commuting is an economic catastrophe. There are a host of reasons why your new F-150 EB will be better for you, especially if you're only using the camper for vacationing.

    Forget the remorse, just look out the window at your new rig and think on how you're going to keep it clean and shiny.:B

    BTW, have all the mods figured out yet (cameras, GPS, CB, mudflaps, etc.)??
  • ScottG's avatar
    ScottG
    Nomad
    Jan 05, 2014
    If it were me, I know I would regret the decision. The EB will not tow nearly as well as your diesel (it has about half the torque) and I think you be disappointed when you put your foot down or if you tow in the mountains, with the stopping power and lack of exhaust brake.
  • mhsmith's avatar
    mhsmith
    Explorer
    Jan 05, 2014
    You should be fine. I purchased mine for the same reason. I could not justify a 2500 anything for my commute and towing. Owning a vehicle for work and a separate one for towing was out of the question.

    We tow a 7800lb. trailer and the truck does it very well. Enjoy.
  • rjf7g's avatar
    rjf7g
    Explorer
    Jan 05, 2014
    I hope you can not only pull your trailer safely, but stop it safely as well.
  • WayneAt63044's avatar
    WayneAt63044
    Explorer
    Jan 05, 2014
    I've been towing 7,800 lbs. trailers for 18 years with Chevy/Dodge 1/2 ton trucks with no problems. My reason for the 1500s was the same as yours originally; now retired. In 2003 we took an Alaska caravan and paired off with different folks as we traveled and beat every diesel to the hilltops. What I've learned is that you don't need a lot of torque at low RPM to tow a trailer. It's best to have max horsepower at speed (I like 60 mph) for good trailer towing performance. Of course engine performance and more gears have made it even better over the years. Enjoy!
  • old_guy's avatar
    old_guy
    Explorer
    Jan 05, 2014
    although I don't agree with some of these posters, I went from the 1/2 to a 3/4 ton for better performance while towing. a 1/2 ton will tow for you, just a little slower.

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