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04-29-2015, 03:24 PM #1
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Ford suspension
Hi all,
I'm in the process of researching my next Truck. I currently have a 2001 Silverado with a 6.0l engine and a 4l80e transmission. I bought the truck new, it now has 116,000 miles on it and it's time to move on. One of my careers was as a heavy line tech and engine builder for GM so I know the product well but will also be looking at the Ford F 350. Here's the question, how does the suspension perform with a 2140 pound pin and an additional 1000 pounds of cargo/gas? I would like to consider the truck but I don't want to invest $50k - 60k on a truck and have to add suspension upgrades to tow my reflection. The trailer weighs 10,460 pounds last added for a two week trip and 1/3 water tank. Towing will not be an issue, it's the equating of the suspension that has me concerned and can be a deal breaker. Thanks for your help on this!
HorstHorst, Marlene & Jack, Turlock-CA.
Reflection 303RLS,
01 Chevy 3500, 6.0L gas, DRW, 4:10 Gears.
One big giant (140lbs) chocolate lab Jack.
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04-29-2015, 04:10 PM #2
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I tow our Solitude 369RL with a 2012 F350 SWR diesel and have no issues at all. The only thing I did was add a set of Timbrens because the 'Sag" was just a little more than I like. With the FX4 off road package, you probably wouldn't need them. Like you said, "towing" with any of the big three 1 ton SWR diesel trucks is not a problem.... but PAYLOAD can be an issue. I think that any of the three would be more than enough for your 303. I will say that if I had it to do over, I would have gone with a dually just because the truck is used primarily for towing and very little around town stuff... AND if I decide to upgrade to something heavier than the 369, I would want the extra payload capacity which would require a dually anyway. Your needs, preferences and budget will dictate which truck you get but I suggest you get more truck than you need.
Just my 2 centsAndy & Julie
Gig Harbor, Wa
2014 Solitude 369RL S/N 104
2012 F350 SWR 4x4 CC 6.7 Diesel
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04-29-2015, 05:05 PM #3
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04-29-2015, 05:45 PM #4
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we pull our solitude 320x with a 2015 f250 gas. seems to handle everything we ask so far, only pulled in Michigan, ohio and ky. plan a trip to n.c. later this summer,rpms may get a bet high in the mountians but its ford tough
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04-29-2015, 07:08 PM #5
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I want to thank you for your reply, but As I stated, there's no doubt in my head that either brands can tow any weight trailer, I am asking about what Ford owners had to do if anything ie. Extra springs, airbags, timbres etc... With my Chevy I had to make no modifications which is what I'm hoping would be the case for the F350 as wee
Horst, Marlene & Jack, Turlock-CA.
Reflection 303RLS,
01 Chevy 3500, 6.0L gas, DRW, 4:10 Gears.
One big giant (140lbs) chocolate lab Jack.
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04-29-2015, 07:30 PM #6
Hi Horst,
I can't imagine that an F350 would even notice a 303RLS back there.
We tow the same trailer with an F150 (max payload package). No squat . . . if fact, the trailer is towing a little nose high with only 5" of clearance between overhang and bed rails. I installed air bags "just in case" but really don't need them. I run them at 30 psi which provides noticeable cushioning and lifts the truck 1/2".
RobCate & Rob
2015 Reflection 303RLS
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04-29-2015, 08:08 PM #7
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Horst - I am pulling a 303RLS with a F-250 + airbags. My truck will sag 7/8" with the 303 hooked up. (You can see my equipment in my signature) I usually pull with 30 lbs in the air springs and everything is factory level. With the F-350 having an extra spring leaf, I doubt (like Rob said) it will even notice the 303 being there. You might even have to try hitting a pot hole ever now and then just to see if the truck suspension squeaks.
Rich2018 GD Reflections 337RLS, 2021 Ram 3500 Cummins 4x4 CC w/auto level dually, TrailAir pinbox, B&W Companion hitch, Fold-A-Cover Tonneau
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04-30-2015, 08:35 AM #8
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To answer your actual question... I have a 2015 F350 DRW and a Momentum 385 (about 4k pin weight.) I added air bags to bring the back of the truck back up to "normal" ride height. It doesn't actually NEED them I just like it to ride more level and have my headlights pointing where they should.
Jim (& Sharon)
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04-30-2015, 08:43 AM #9
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I have the 2013 F250 crew cab 4x4 18in tires 6.7L diesel and tow the 303RLS. Truck came with the camper package which adds heavier front springs, a third rear spring leaf, and rear stabilizer bar making it equivalent to F350. The FX4 off-road package does nothing for the payload capacity except you need to deduct the weight of the skid plates from payload capacity. For towing, truck squats about 1/2 inch when loaded for week of camping. I have added no aftermarket products except the B&W Companion hitch to fit the Ford factory puck system.
Don & Judy
Charlotte - SPCA Special
2014 Reflection 303RLS
2019 F350 Dually CC LB 6.7L
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04-30-2015, 09:04 AM #10
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The Timbrens work just fine and do exactly what I need for a fraction of the cost of air bags. Very easy to install. They just bolt on in place of the factory bump stops. The only drawback I can see is, they are not adjustable like an air bag so if you use the truck as a daily driver, you will feel the larger bumps even more when the truck is unloaded.
Andy & Julie
Gig Harbor, Wa
2014 Solitude 369RL S/N 104
2012 F350 SWR 4x4 CC 6.7 Diesel
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