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Old May 28, 2018 | 10:19 AM
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Guys don't forget when comparing Payloads. Trucks with different options for example a XLT with the equivilant options as a Lariat with the same options will have greater payload capacity due to base features.
 
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Old May 28, 2018 | 08:21 PM
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So I had the creeper out working on the Jeep tonight...and the truck was just the next bay over. rolled on over and grabbed a few part numbers.
Truck is a 2018 SuperCreb 145" WB. Max tow package with 20" wheels.

Definitely the 36MM sway bar.
Not sure how to decode the frame info. JL34 5005 D022M
Spring code is SSBB
The rear springs part number is: P JL34 5560 BA
Couldn't easily see the tag for the fronts.

edit: my truck's payload is 1764. it's a XLT 302A with max tow, tailgate steps, 20" tires and floor mats, which are the main hitters on the payload from a base model.

Rear axle: 4050 #
front axle: 3450#
GVWR: 7000#


 
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Old May 28, 2018 | 11:09 PM
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Well, I'll see tomorrow. Trading in the 2017 F250 with the High Capacity Trailer Tow Package for an F150 with the Trailer Tow Package, Integrated Brske Controller, and 36 Gallon Extended Range Fuel Tank... all three options that make up the Max Tow. I'll post the door rating, as it has 20's. The last shortbed I looked at was at 1850#, so I hope this one with the 6.5 foot bed I'm going to buy is close.
 
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Old Jun 3, 2018 | 08:52 PM
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I got exhausted going through the differences in packages so I just built what I needed. Basically my upgrades are 3.91:1 gearset and airbag suspension / onboard pump. Added rear stabilizer and finally a 5star tune. Pulls my 10k 5er fantastic! Just returned from a 200mi pull never felt more at ease!
 
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Old Jun 4, 2018 | 12:25 PM
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Originally Posted by 4wheelfurry

I got exhausted going through the differences in packages so I just built what I needed. Basically my upgrades are 3.91:1 gearset and airbag suspension / onboard pump. Added rear stabilizer and finally a 5star tune. Pulls my 10k 5er fantastic! Just returned from a 200mi pull never felt more at ease!
Nice looking trailer. Is your truck a 5.0 ? What packages did you order ?
 
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Old Jun 4, 2018 | 12:35 PM
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Originally Posted by storage_man
Nice looking trailer. Is your truck a 5.0 ? What packages did you order ?
Yes 5.0. 302A with the base tow package and intergraded controller. I wanted the 9.75 diff but you can't get it in a 5.0. I added 3.91s to my stock super8.8 so far no issues.
 
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Old Jun 5, 2018 | 02:15 PM
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Nice rig. Just curious, what did that do to your unladen mileage? 15 or so on the highway?
 
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Old Jun 5, 2018 | 09:16 PM
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Originally Posted by TJReams
Nice rig. Just curious, what did that do to your unladen mileage? 15 or so on the highway?
I got 21 bone stock. The 22" wheels instantly put me at 18! Going from the stock 3.31 to 3.91 gears only brought it down .5 to 17.5. My daily driving I never run interstates, only 55mph highways so that is one reason it barely changed. Interestingly enough my last gen F150 (exact same truck) 4.6L 6speed with 4.10s and a tune got a solid 19... So my 18 gets worst mpg than my 10 did..
I have pulled several trips but never calculated mileage. I figure it to be 8 - 10, mileage is not a priority for me when pulling..
 
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Old Jun 6, 2018 | 04:53 PM
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Oh I knew your pulling mileage woundn't be great. Although usually lower gears give better mileage the the higher ratios when pulling. But 17.5 isn't bad for unladen mileage.
 
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