What to choose.....
#1
What to choose.....
I'm new to the forum and would like to get some of your perspectives on a choice I need to make. Currently, I have a 2007 f150 lariat 5.4 4x2 supercab and a 2000 Jayco Eagle 304bh trailer. Dry weight is 5030 lbs and it's about 30'. I also live in CO at 8,400 elevation. While my current truck will tow it, it's not the most pleasant experience. I'm trying to decide to replace my truck with a new f150 eco boost 4x4 max tow or bite the bullet and go with an f250 4x4 diesel.
We plan to tow the trailer a few times a year but, also do a lot of traveling cross country and camp under the shell in the back at times. I had an 04 f350 4x4 diesel before and loved it and my current ride is great, except when towing in the mountains. Anyone have some thoughts based on their experience they would like to share?
Thanks!
We plan to tow the trailer a few times a year but, also do a lot of traveling cross country and camp under the shell in the back at times. I had an 04 f350 4x4 diesel before and loved it and my current ride is great, except when towing in the mountains. Anyone have some thoughts based on their experience they would like to share?
Thanks!
#2
Grumpy Old Man
Hi, , Grimm, and WELCOME! to F150forum.
Based on the specs of a new Eagle 306, the GVWR is 9,750 so the wet and loaded TT can be expected to gross about 9,000. 9,000 TT will probably have hitch weight of about 1100 to 1200 pounds.
The F-150 with 3.5L EcoBoost engine and max tow pkg can PULL a 9,000 pound TT at altitude in the mountains. So you'd be happy with the performance of the EcoBoost drivetrain. But the tongue weight will overload the suspension of an F-150.
So spend the big bucks for a SuperDuty diesel. You'll be glad you did. But don't stop at the F-250. Check out the specs for an F-350 SRW. It has 1,500 pounds more payload capacity with no change in the looks or performance of the truck.
Based on the specs of a new Eagle 306, the GVWR is 9,750 so the wet and loaded TT can be expected to gross about 9,000. 9,000 TT will probably have hitch weight of about 1100 to 1200 pounds.
I'm trying to decide to replace my truck with a new f150 eco boost 4x4 max tow or bite the bullet and go with an f250 4x4 diesel.
The F-150 with 3.5L EcoBoost engine and max tow pkg can PULL a 9,000 pound TT at altitude in the mountains. So you'd be happy with the performance of the EcoBoost drivetrain. But the tongue weight will overload the suspension of an F-150.
So spend the big bucks for a SuperDuty diesel. You'll be glad you did. But don't stop at the F-250. Check out the specs for an F-350 SRW. It has 1,500 pounds more payload capacity with no change in the looks or performance of the truck.
#3
Senior Member
Hi, , Grimm, and WELCOME! to F150forum.
Based on the specs of a new Eagle 306, the GVWR is 9,750 so the wet and loaded TT can be expected to gross about 9,000. 9,000 TT will probably have hitch weight of about 1100 to 1200 pounds.
The F-150 with 3.5L EcoBoost engine and max tow pkg can PULL a 9,000 pound TT at altitude in the mountains. So you'd be happy with the performance of the EcoBoost drivetrain. But the tongue weight will overload the suspension of an F-150.
So spend the big bucks for a SuperDuty diesel. You'll be glad you did. But don't stop at the F-250. Check out the specs for an F-350 SRW. It has 1,500 pounds more payload capacity with no change in the looks or performance of the truck.
Based on the specs of a new Eagle 306, the GVWR is 9,750 so the wet and loaded TT can be expected to gross about 9,000. 9,000 TT will probably have hitch weight of about 1100 to 1200 pounds.
The F-150 with 3.5L EcoBoost engine and max tow pkg can PULL a 9,000 pound TT at altitude in the mountains. So you'd be happy with the performance of the EcoBoost drivetrain. But the tongue weight will overload the suspension of an F-150.
So spend the big bucks for a SuperDuty diesel. You'll be glad you did. But don't stop at the F-250. Check out the specs for an F-350 SRW. It has 1,500 pounds more payload capacity with no change in the looks or performance of the truck.
The F150 could very well have enough payload (depending on cab type and trim level/options that is) as it is common for XLT's to have payloads over 1800lb (heck, mine is pretty well optioned and has a payload over 1800lb). The shell does complicate things as it adds weight but still...
I do agree with you though that if he goes diesel, an F250 probably does not gain him much if any payload over an F150 so if going to a SuperDuty to gain payload, might as well go F350.
#4
Senior Member
I've got the 2.7L payload package on mine. 1733 worth or payload. I wouldn't hesitate to pull your trailer with my truck. Tons of power.
#5
Senior Member
The ecoboost is a capable hauler, but its achilles heel (as is the case with all 1/2 tons) is the payload limitations. Not sure if Ford still offers it in the new F150s but you may want to look into the Max Payload option.
#7
Grumpy Old Man
The Heavy Duty Payload Package is still an option on F-150s. Ford didn't produce any during the 2015 model year and not until the second half of the 2016 model year. But they are back in production now.
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#9
Senior Member
Heck, I gained options and still gained over 400# payload.
#10
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