Help with towing set-up
I have a 2011 F-150 with 3.55 gears 3.5 liter turbo 9,600 lb tow capacity. I am looking at the following situation considering new travel trailer and could use some opinions if I should be ok. I...
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minihub67 wrote:
I also added a roadmaster active suspension.. I feel like this will help with the rear end sag and suspension issues.
I suppose the bikes if any added could go on the bumper "rack' that comes mounted on the trailer.. I would hope they are safe enouh not to just fall off.
Thanks for the feedback gents..
The problem with adding cargo on trailer bumper is, most bumpers are made out of a thin metal material, and they are welded onto the ends of the frame rails. There is no rail support under the bumper. What happens with added weight, either the thin wall of the bumper tears, or, the welds break off.
There are a few makes / models that do have the additional support, maybe yours is one of them, Some folks have had additional supports welded to the frame.
Even though you're so close to being over on GVWR / payload, I think your best place to store a couple bicycles, would be in your truck bed. You'd only add 50 - 75 lbs.
