n7bsn wrote:
I've been a Ford truck guy, well, for ever.
That being said, it's my understanding that due to the new frame on the 2017 F350 it stands considerably taller then the GM or Dodge
IMO it makes the 2017 Fords less of a contender for RV use
You will always find lot of factors going all directions to consider.
My 2017 F350 carries my 5600lb camper without modifications, regardless that driving via scales shows camper COG behind rear axle.
The truck is tall, but still comfortable to get in and I don't even use factory running boards.
Than ride is much smoother than my 2007 model.
So now Supercab become sightseeing vehicle when our Mercedes stays home.
Mercedes is still way more comfortable, but you don't see much of the city from it, when driving in traffic.
Not many vehicles can cover the view from Superduty.
I'm Toyota all-the-way, but they just didn't make anything that could tow what I need. Years ago I read that they did this to not bring on the wrath of Detroit, who made so much margin on their trucks. Wrath = tariffs, etc. So, they've never competed and that's held the quality of the American trucks down (no competition with quality = no need to improve quality).
Of the Detroit trucks, only Ford had the quality per Consumer Reports (when I was shopping in 2013). Dodge was the worst. I've also had horrific experiences with Chrysler products - one truck declared a lemon per the law.
Ford also had the best rear seat, best towing capacity (with Boss package on my F-350) and best nav system for my needs.
Now, three years later, the F350 hasn't hiccup'd after towing my 14,000 lb BBQ trailer around in ridiculous places (especially parking it backing up, steep uphill, on grass/gavel, in my yard.). I've made it work to earn its living.
So, just my personal experience! (i.e. JMHO).
By the way, I currently have a 2008 Sequoia platinum and love it, 2012 RAV4 EV, 1997 RAV4, and gave my son our 2001 4Runner after giving him our 1995 T100. We've had at least six other Toyotas and loved them all.
Bill
Of the Detroit trucks, only Ford had the quality per Consumer Reports (when I was shopping in 2013). Dodge was the worst. I've also had horrific experiences with Chrysler products - one truck declared a lemon per the law.
Ford also had the best rear seat, best towing capacity (with Boss package on my F-350) and best nav system for my needs.
Now, three years later, the F350 hasn't hiccup'd after towing my 14,000 lb BBQ trailer around in ridiculous places (especially parking it backing up, steep uphill, on grass/gavel, in my yard.). I've made it work to earn its living.
So, just my personal experience! (i.e. JMHO).
By the way, I currently have a 2008 Sequoia platinum and love it, 2012 RAV4 EV, 1997 RAV4, and gave my son our 2001 4Runner after giving him our 1995 T100. We've had at least six other Toyotas and loved them all.
Bill
I can't imagine short bed neither.
Had F250 that was originally short bed, but custom flatbed was 7-6" long and still created some issue with plywood hauling.
When 2 of us are comfortable in our 11-6 camper, it would be hard to live in it in rain season with kids.
Have not been inside short camper, but I am spoiled and don't want anything smaller.
Coming to Supercab vs CC - my wife sit on rear bench in my new Supercab for 12 hr trip and did not complain. Our 6' tall son obviously prefer front seat.
Than we have cab with 3 seats in front row, but dogs like front as well.
Had F250 that was originally short bed, but custom flatbed was 7-6" long and still created some issue with plywood hauling.
When 2 of us are comfortable in our 11-6 camper, it would be hard to live in it in rain season with kids.
Have not been inside short camper, but I am spoiled and don't want anything smaller.
Coming to Supercab vs CC - my wife sit on rear bench in my new Supercab for 12 hr trip and did not complain. Our 6' tall son obviously prefer front seat.
Than we have cab with 3 seats in front row, but dogs like front as well.
