SB vs LB
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Joined: Nov 2015
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From: Tampa
i put a titan 50 gallon on my 2012 CCSB if that is the issue. I was a little concerned but I can’t imagine ever buying a another SB.
Cargo Master
Joined: Dec 2003
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From: Saint Augustine, FL
I now have a CCSB which I daily about half the time. Parking is sometimes still tight but its way easier than the CCLB.
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Long bed is the only way to go. With the 360 camera, parking is not stressful, just take your time. The 48 gallon tank is awesome, and the extra foot and a half of bed is often the difference between hooking up a trailer vs. just taking your truck.
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Joined: Feb 2019
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From: Colorado
I just went from all short beds to a CCLB and I love it! My deciding factor was my rzr takes up all the room in my toy hauler but we also take dirt bikes and other toys and I wanted to just be able to load and shut the tailgate and not strap the tailgate as tight as i could against the bikes tires. Is it a noticeable difference? Yes. Is it a problem? No
Im the guy that's parked at the farthest space away to avoid door dings so parking it isn't an issue for me.
I thinks it's one of those things that once you drive something for a while you just get used to the size and it's no big deal. I wondered the night I brought it home if I made a mistake going LB but am glad I did.
Im the guy that's parked at the farthest space away to avoid door dings so parking it isn't an issue for me.
I thinks it's one of those things that once you drive something for a while you just get used to the size and it's no big deal. I wondered the night I brought it home if I made a mistake going LB but am glad I did.
Mountain Pass
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I commute in my CCLB every single day. I live in a rural setting and commute into the sprawling suburbs and park in a lot next to all the hybrids. I am very happy with the long bed and I'm glad I drive it. I can always figure out where to park. I can go to the supermarket or strip mall and park just fine. I am a little embarrassed about my 3-point parking turns but that's what it's like. The BLIS feature helps me size up spots to parallel park and the cameras help me place the truck exactly where I want it. I don't want to drive something boring and a Super Duty is not boring!
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From: Montreal
I commute in my CCLB every single day. I live in a rural setting and commute into the sprawling suburbs and park in a lot next to all the hybrids. I am very happy with the long bed and I'm glad I drive it. I can always figure out where to park. I can go to the supermarket or strip mall and park just fine. I am a little embarrassed about my 3-point parking turns but that's what it's like. The BLIS feature helps me size up spots to parallel park and the cameras help me place the truck exactly where I want it. I don't want to drive something boring and a Super Duty is not boring!
Thanks to you all for your opinions. Makes me feel better about my ordered LB which I expect in June. As long as she fits in my driveway at home (which she will with tons of room) I am happy!
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From: SW VA
If you use your truck for a truck...once you go longbed, you won't go back. I had a short bed once. ONCE. I won't own one now.
Far too long have I watched friends & strangers with shortbeds struggle to strap down items too long for the bed, or try to stuff them in the bed with the tailgate closed...I've even been there & done that.
And whats interesting is that my SCLB is the exact same length as my friends 2013 Ram 2500 CCLB.
Far too long have I watched friends & strangers with shortbeds struggle to strap down items too long for the bed, or try to stuff them in the bed with the tailgate closed...I've even been there & done that.
And whats interesting is that my SCLB is the exact same length as my friends 2013 Ram 2500 CCLB.
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From: A Red State
I bought my CCLB to tow a trailer. I have the 6.2 gas and wanted the large fuel tank and 8’ bed. The truck rides nice and feels real stable towing even in 30 mph crosswinds. I used to own a Tacoma so this was a huge jump in size for me. It took a while getting use to it in tight spots. I don’t think a short bed would have helped much in tight spots, and the small tank and wheelbase would not in my opinion been useful for towing. These trucks are made to haul stuff, get the one that can haul the most.
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From: Taos
. When I lived in a city and didn't need a truck I owned a Porsche and other german cars. Close in price to these things, and as much as people like showing off their shiny trucks, a buffed and waxed 911S Cab took all the stares. Now I have trailers and work construction and not only want but do need the 8' and extra stability of the LWB. One route back to my house includes navigating 4 narrow switch backs, up 800 ft, with tight turns. The turning radius seems to be less than a couple of feet more than the F150 CCLB (6.5') and really doesn't feel that much different. When I traded in my '12 CCLB to a dealer in Denver 2 years ago they commented that the LB is what people are looking for in their area.
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Really depends on what you use the truck for. I really need the LB for my farm duties. Use every inch of the bed frequently. If I didn't need the LB, I'd probably go with a SB. The LB's are definitely not the most maneuverable vehicles around..You do kind of have to plan your parking and such in more crowded areas. Either way, I doubt you will regret getting a LB.
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I commute in my CCLB every single day. I live in a rural setting and commute into the sprawling suburbs and park in a lot next to all the hybrids. I am very happy with the long bed and I'm glad I drive it. I can always figure out where to park. I can go to the supermarket or strip mall and park just fine. I am a little embarrassed about my 3-point parking turns but that's what it's like. The BLIS feature helps me size up spots to parallel park and the cameras help me place the truck exactly where I want it. I don't want to drive something boring and a Super Duty is not boring!
I’m still on the fence about the 8 foot bed...
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From: Chaz
You can also do an extended cab long bed to shorten it up some. I considered it but I wanted a higher trim level and they top out at Lariat Value package. You can also do the camper package on the F250 to get some more spring capacity and a sway bar. Some suggestions to consider...
I was flipping through this or another thread earlier and someone mentioned rear airbag seatbelts and they do not work well with most baby seats. The guy that bought my last truck had to change to a different baby seat because of them he said. I ordered my 19 platinum without them.
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