max payload/max towing - can you build one without the other?
09-16-2013, 10:04 PM
#12
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I don't know if you have seen these links. The first shows payload. The second is towing capacity. The two work together. Find the GVWR on the first, then go to the second. Find the GVWR that you were looking at and it will show you the engine/gearing and towing capacity. The towing capacity is a byproduct of GVWR.
Payload http://www.ford.com/trucks/f150/specifications/payload/
Towing http://www.ford.com/trucks/f150/specifications/towing/
Payload http://www.ford.com/trucks/f150/specifications/payload/
Towing http://www.ford.com/trucks/f150/specifications/towing/
09-16-2013, 10:05 PM
#13
It looks like you get HD payload at ford.com when selecting ecoboost and 3.73 LSD. You'll get the special 7 lugs wheels.
Looks available on XL, XLT, Lariat last I checked.
I wonder if you get stuck with OEM parts like rotors for life. I don't see many 7 luggers on the roads.
Looks available on XL, XLT, Lariat last I checked.
I wonder if you get stuck with OEM parts like rotors for life. I don't see many 7 luggers on the roads.
09-16-2013, 10:05 PM
#14
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My payload sticker is 2145lbs and my truck is about as fat as an F-150 can get.... SCrew, 4wd, fully optioned Lariat.
3.73ls is the only ratio available with the HD Payload package. I do see 18mpg on the highway empty.
3.73ls is the only ratio available with the HD Payload package. I do see 18mpg on the highway empty.
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09-17-2013, 06:34 AM
#15
Not sure that the F150 is up to a 2000 pound payload in any configuration. In calculating your weights you have to remember to subtract all your gear and passengers from your payload total. I think you are in 3/4 ton territory with most box campers for this very reason. I don't mean to be the weight police however I would check your weights carefully before you take the plunge.
09-17-2013, 08:22 AM
#16
I got a HD Payload 5.0 Screw, 6.5', Lariat, with running boards, bed side steps, etc etc. Still over 2000 payload. 3.73LS (only choice)
I love it. It is exactly what I wanted. I haul heavy loads occasionally, but rarely tow. I get 19+ on longer highway trips. Most tanks are around 18, and my overall average is 17.5 or so.
I love it. It is exactly what I wanted. I haul heavy loads occasionally, but rarely tow. I get 19+ on longer highway trips. Most tanks are around 18, and my overall average is 17.5 or so.
05-06-2018, 03:53 PM
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250 and up
All my research on a similar issue pointed out that the f150 is a poor match for a bed camper. It can handle the payload, but will squat heavily, burn fuel and stress your suspension. Best to consider a 250 and up.
05-06-2018, 05:05 PM
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05-06-2018, 06:31 PM
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I still think there needs to be a lack of place to post if a thread has not been posted in in a year. I actually mentioned that over at the other site I used to Moderate on 
05-06-2018, 10:39 PM
#20
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If the bold is correct, then the "handle the payload" statement is incorrect.