Truck build out for
Looking at kicking it up a notch to a Host Mammoth 3x slide. Underneath will set a F XXX dually. Looking at the many charts available from Ford I often find the F 450 at less payload then the F 35...
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Kayteg1 wrote:
Oh yeah, derated engines in heavier trucks.
When I rented F550 with 6l engine, I almost created accident since I got used to good torque with my 7.3l Powerstroke.
Derated 6l with auto transmission barely moved my trailer via intersection.
When I park overnight in the mountains, the truck would not pull up the driveway. I had to back up on flatter spot and gain some momentum to get out of hotel.
Yea I think the 550 is cool, but derated engine, I don't think so.
As for the 450, 4:30 gears are the ONLY combo available, WTH!!! How about 4:10 or even 3:73 or the long gone 3:90 IMO prob one of the best ratios ever for all around use.
