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Re: Will This Work?
Looks like I may be shopping for a dually 1 ton, F-350 with the 7.3 diesel, but the Ford chart shows same towing capacity as a F-250 (13,000#). The 5th wheel we want shows ULV as 10,500# with a GVWR of 14,100#, so I'm still confused (which is not difficult!).359Views0likes0CommentsWill This Work?
After years of towing small trailers with a strong TV (weight was never a factor) and owning a couple of Class A MHs we have decided to buy a 5th Wheel and P/U truck, but I'm having trouble figuring out all the weight, tow ratios, etc. for the combination I am looking at. Perhaps someone can give me some advice on the following units I am considering and let me know if I am within a reasonable limit. THE TRUCK: 2001 Ford F-250 4x4 short bed 7.3 diesel w/tow package & slider hitch. THE 5th WHEEL: 2004 Forest River Cardinal 33' UVW - 10,500# GVWR - 14,110# Considering we will be full-timing, I assume we will pack in what, 2000#? I'm thinking the trailer is too heavy for the truck, but I may be missing something in the equation. Any input provided will be appreciated.1.1KViews0likes3CommentsWill This Work?
After years of towing small trailers with a strong TV (weight was never a factor) and owning a couple of Class A MHs we have decided to buy a 5th Wheel and P/U truck, but I'm having trouble figuring out all the weight, tow ratios, etc. for the combination I am looking at. Perhaps someone can give me some advice on the following units I am considering and let me know if I am within a reasonable limit. THE TRUCK: 2001 Ford F-250 4x4 short bed 7.3 diesel w/tow package & slider hitch. THE 5th WHEEL: 2004 Forest River Cardinal 33' UVW - 10,500# GVWR - 14,110# Considering we will be full-timing, I assume we will pack in what, 2000#? I'm thinking the trailer is too heavy for the truck, but I may be missing something in the equation. Any input provided will be appreciated.2.6KViews0likes15Comments
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