Maximum Towing Capacity?
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But doesn't that configuration (lowest set of springs) affect the declared cargo and trailer capacity?
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No, front spring choice has no effect on GVWR, payload, or trailer tow ratings. It just allows for more flexibility on loading.
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If you have a family, I strongly suggest that you take your wife and kids on a test drive to see what they think of the truck with and without the "upgraded" springs. The trucks I drove were bouncy, especially on the highway, with the stiffer springs and gave much sharper jolts on uneven road surfaces. Driving the various trucks back-to-back really highlights the differences.
The 2016 F350 long bed crew cab with the standard springs rode very, very smoothly. The worst truck I tried was a short-bed crew-cab with the snow plow package. That truck had a very rough and bouncy ride.
The 2016 F350 long bed crew cab with the standard springs rode very, very smoothly. The worst truck I tried was a short-bed crew-cab with the snow plow package. That truck had a very rough and bouncy ride.
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On the current gen, the plow prep and camper package both max out the front springs. I always found it silly that I had to order the plow prep to protect my warranty even though I already ordered the camper pkg. and the dual alts so the plow prep gave me absolutely nothing for it's cost except warranty protection. I'm sure the same will apply to the 17's.
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If you have a family, I strongly suggest that you take your wife and kids on a test drive to see what they think of the truck with and without the "upgraded" springs. The trucks I drove were bouncy, especially on the highway, with the stiffer springs and gave much sharper jolts on uneven road surfaces. Driving the various trucks back-to-back really highlights the differences.
The 2016 F350 long bed crew cab with the standard springs rode very, very smoothly. The worst truck I tried was a short-bed crew-cab with the snow plow package. That truck had a very rough and bouncy ride.
The 2016 F350 long bed crew cab with the standard springs rode very, very smoothly. The worst truck I tried was a short-bed crew-cab with the snow plow package. That truck had a very rough and bouncy ride.
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I understand. I certainly recommend the correct springs for your application. Some report no ride difference with the heavier springs, and some, like myself, think the difference is very significant. Still suggest a test ride.
BTW, I would think that air bags with a good rear sway bar would be the best bet for a camper.
BTW, I would think that air bags with a good rear sway bar would be the best bet for a camper.
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I understand. I certainly recommend the correct springs for your application. Some report no ride difference with the heavier springs, and some, like myself, think the difference is very significant. Still suggest a test ride.
BTW, I would think that air bags with a good rear sway bar would be the best bet for a camper.
BTW, I would think that air bags with a good rear sway bar would be the best bet for a camper.
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