Heavy Duty Payload Option
03-17-2013, 09:41 PM
#21
Grumpy Old Man
I suspect you're right. The 8.8" diff cover is almost round with 10 bolt holes. The 9.75' and 10.5" diff covers are odd-shaped with 12 bolts. My 2012 EcoBoost 4x2 with 3.15 ratio e-locker has the odd-shaped diff cover with 12 bolts, so I suspect it is a 9.75".
Last edited by smokeywren; 03-17-2013 at 09:44 PM.
03-18-2013, 04:15 AM
#22
Senior Member
Although there is a max tow package available, I prefer the Off-Road Package so that means the 3.55 locker. So if I can trust the configurator, I start with a max. payload of 1560# (ecoBoost engine) and work my way down depending on the weight of factory options I choose.
Or would forgoing the Off-Road package and choosing Max. Tow (hence 3.73 locker) result in a 500# increase in GVWR?? That might be worth it.
Last edited by Derodeo; 03-18-2013 at 04:15 AM. Reason: additional info
03-18-2013, 11:51 AM
#23
Grumpy Old Man
Another reason for choosing the max tow pkg is that's the only way to get the telescoping trailer tow mirrors from the factory.
Last edited by smokeywren; 03-18-2013 at 11:57 AM.
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03-18-2013, 05:58 PM
#24
Senior Member
Yes. The Ford.com website doesn't show it, but when you chose 3.73 e-locker axle, the max tow pkg is automatically added, and the max tow pkg includes 500 pounds increase in GVWR to 7700. Off road pkg is available for 4x4s, but if you click on it you lose the max tow pkg and you're back to the stock 4x4 GVWR of 7200.
Another reason for choosing the max tow pkg is that's the only way to get the telescoping trailer tow mirrors from the factory.
Another reason for choosing the max tow pkg is that's the only way to get the telescoping trailer tow mirrors from the factory.
The mirrors being included are a nice bonus - though they are also available as a pricey factory option with the Off-Road package. Thanks again.
Last edited by Derodeo; 03-18-2013 at 06:00 PM. Reason: additional info
03-18-2013, 07:49 PM
#25
Senior Member
Yes. The Ford.com website doesn't show it, but when you chose 3.73 e-locker axle, the max tow pkg is automatically added, and the max tow pkg includes 500 pounds increase in GVWR to 7700. Off road pkg is available for 4x4s, but if you click on it you lose the max tow pkg and you're back to the stock 4x4 GVWR of 7200.
Another reason for choosing the max tow pkg is that's the only way to get the telescoping trailer tow mirrors from the factory.
Another reason for choosing the max tow pkg is that's the only way to get the telescoping trailer tow mirrors from the factory.
03-18-2013, 08:09 PM
#26
Senior Member
Ah that is very good to know. The confusing thing about the on-line configurator is that the indicated payload doesn't change a bit when I choose between 3.73 and 3.55 lockers (while towing capacity actually does). But if Max. Tow package increases GVWR by 500# then it is an option I will have to choose. I can add the LT tires later no problem but selecting skid plates means I have to choose the Off-Road pkg and that means no Max. Tow and that means I lose 500# of payload. I assume it is possible to source skid plates aftermarket.
The mirrors being included are a nice bonus - though they are also available as a pricey factory option with the Off-Road package. Thanks again.
The mirrors being included are a nice bonus - though they are also available as a pricey factory option with the Off-Road package. Thanks again.
Pretty sure in Canada, the tow mirrors are an OPTION, and are NOT included in the Max Tow Package.
By "pretty sure" I mean I was kinda pissed when mine came without them and I found out after the fact.
03-18-2013, 09:02 PM
#27
Senior Member
03-18-2013, 09:16 PM
#28
Grumpy Old Man
The Order Guide indicates you can get both on the King Ranch. But the Build&Price won't allow both with 6.5' bed.
HOWEVER, just messing around, I tried it with the city girls' King Ranch with 5.5' bed - and it allows both max tow and off-road pkgs.
So, Derodeo, if you want both max tow and off-road packages on your King Ranch, then choose EcoBoost engine, 3.73 e-locker, 4x4, AND the shorty bed. I guess Ford figures you shouldn't be going out onto the Jeep trails with a 6.5' bed on a SuperCrew.
I surprised me when my dealer told me that 90% of all SuperCrews have the shorty bed. He didn't have any in stock with the 6.5' bed. To me, real pickups have 8' beds, 6.5 is for folks that don't really need a pickup, and 5.5 is for city girls.
HOWEVER, just messing around, I tried it with the city girls' King Ranch with 5.5' bed - and it allows both max tow and off-road pkgs.
So, Derodeo, if you want both max tow and off-road packages on your King Ranch, then choose EcoBoost engine, 3.73 e-locker, 4x4, AND the shorty bed. I guess Ford figures you shouldn't be going out onto the Jeep trails with a 6.5' bed on a SuperCrew.
I surprised me when my dealer told me that 90% of all SuperCrews have the shorty bed. He didn't have any in stock with the 6.5' bed. To me, real pickups have 8' beds, 6.5 is for folks that don't really need a pickup, and 5.5 is for city girls.
Last edited by smokeywren; 03-18-2013 at 11:41 PM.
03-18-2013, 11:19 PM
#29
Senior Member
The Order Guide indicates you can get both on the King Ranch. But the Build&Price won't allow both with 6.5' bed.
HOWEVER, just messing around, I tried it with the city girls' King Ranch with 5.5' bed - and it allows both max tow and off-road pkgs.
On edit: I guess I need to learn to read. The Order Guide says the Off-Road Pkg is not available with 3.7 or 6.3L engines, HD Payload pkg, or 163" wheelbase. And of course the 163" wheelbase just happens to be a SuperCrew with 6.5' bed.
So, Derodeo, if you want both max tow and off-road packages on your King Ranch, then choose EcoBoost engine, 3.73 e-locker, 4x4, AND the shorty bed. I guess Ford figures you shouldn't be going out onto the Jeep trails with a 6.5' bed on a SuperCrew.
I surprised me when my dealer told me that 90% of all SuperCrews have the shorty bed. He didn't have any in stock with the 6.5' bed. To me, real pickups have 8' beds, 6.5 is for folks that don't really need a pickup, and 5.5 is for city girls.
HOWEVER, just messing around, I tried it with the city girls' King Ranch with 5.5' bed - and it allows both max tow and off-road pkgs.
On edit: I guess I need to learn to read. The Order Guide says the Off-Road Pkg is not available with 3.7 or 6.3L engines, HD Payload pkg, or 163" wheelbase. And of course the 163" wheelbase just happens to be a SuperCrew with 6.5' bed.
So, Derodeo, if you want both max tow and off-road packages on your King Ranch, then choose EcoBoost engine, 3.73 e-locker, 4x4, AND the shorty bed. I guess Ford figures you shouldn't be going out onto the Jeep trails with a 6.5' bed on a SuperCrew.
I surprised me when my dealer told me that 90% of all SuperCrews have the shorty bed. He didn't have any in stock with the 6.5' bed. To me, real pickups have 8' beds, 6.5 is for folks that don't really need a pickup, and 5.5 is for city girls.
see RED above;
SCrew w/6.5' bed = 157" wheelbase
SCab w/8' bed = 163" wheelbase
03-18-2013, 11:43 PM
#30
Grumpy Old Man
