Camper Package-Towing
Tuned
Joined: Dec 2003
Posts: 488
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From: Indianapolis
I had the camper package on my '04 F250, mainly to get the rear auxiliary springs and the rear sway bar, this also bumped my front axle +1 spring rating to 4800#. I did not order my '21 F350 SRW with camper package as it came standard with rear auxiliary springs, standard with 4800# front axle, and no rear sway bar, I added rear sway bar when I brought it home (easy install). Personally, I think more spring weight rating on the front axle hurts a WD hitch, as it makes it harder to transfer weight to the front axle. For your F250 application, I would not get the camper package (this is for a slide in / in the bed camper, not a pull trailer), and add the sway bar yourself. Philip.
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Mountain Pass
Joined: Dec 2014
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I believe the 7.3 comes with 1+ front springs compared to the 6.2. I think its only 150lbs heavier or something around that. I would stick with the stock springs unless you plan to add a large front bumper.
Your trailer will be fine with your f250 king ranch 7.3. Will come with a 2.5” 15,000/1,500 hitch and most will recommend a W/D hitch to help with keeping it all even.
Your trailer will be fine with your f250 king ranch 7.3. Will come with a 2.5” 15,000/1,500 hitch and most will recommend a W/D hitch to help with keeping it all even.
thanks again !
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Mountain Pass
Joined: Dec 2014
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I had the camper package on my '04 F250, mainly to get the rear auxiliary springs and the rear sway bar, this also bumped my front axle +1 spring rating to 4800#. I did not order my '21 F350 SRW with camper package as it came standard with rear auxiliary springs, standard with 4800# front axle, and no rear sway bar, I added rear sway bar when I brought it home (easy install). Personally, I think more spring weight rating on the front axle hurts a WD hitch, as it makes it harder to transfer weight to the front axle. For your F250 application, I would not get the camper package (this is for a slide in / in the bed camper, not a pull trailer), and add the sway bar yourself. Philip.
I was able to find out if the KR with that set up has a sway bar. I have read about the additional front end spring is really only recommended if you have a winch or 5th wheel. Not sure if that’s correct or not?
Thanks!
Cross-Country
Joined: Dec 2016
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A weight distribution hitch (WDH) helps return SOME of the weight lost from the front axle caused by the trailer tongue weight applied to the receiver. The WDH shouldn't cause the front axle to be loaded heavier when the trailer is attached. If it does then the hitch is adjusted way too tight.
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Tuned
Joined: Dec 2019
Posts: 250
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From: Fredericksburg VA
Csmper package
For towing, particularly in mountains, I'd order a 4:30 differential because a 3:55 with larger tires is more like a 3:33. As another said, consider if you might get a larger camper.
Just for argument sake, a 6.2 with 4:30 might tow as well as a 7.3 with a 3.33.
FWIW, my camper package helper springs engage at approximately 2 1/2 inches.
Just for argument sake, a 6.2 with 4:30 might tow as well as a 7.3 with a 3.33.
FWIW, my camper package helper springs engage at approximately 2 1/2 inches.
Cargo Master
Joined: Jul 2021
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From: Ridgway, CO
I believe the 7.3 comes with 1+ front springs compared to the 6.2. I think its only 150lbs heavier or something around that. I would stick with the stock springs unless you plan to add a large front bumper.
Your trailer will be fine with your f250 king ranch 7.3. Will come with a 2.5” 15,000/1,500 hitch and most will recommend a W/D hitch to help with keeping it all even.
Your trailer will be fine with your f250 king ranch 7.3. Will come with a 2.5” 15,000/1,500 hitch and most will recommend a W/D hitch to help with keeping it all even.
Thanks for help solve the front spring mystery. So gas base is 4400, heavy service is 5200 and snow plow prep is 5600. I haven't seen anyone post their heavy service numbers before.
Logistics Pro
Joined: Apr 2000
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From: Mills River
The Spec Brochure is a good source for detailed info.
HTH,
Jim / crewzer
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Logistics Pro
Joined: Apr 2000
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From: Mills River
I believe the 7.3 comes with 1+ front springs compared to the 6.2. I think its only 150lbs heavier or something around that. I would stick with the stock springs unless you plan to add a large front bumper.
Your trailer will be fine with your f250 king ranch 7.3. Will come with a 2.5” 15,000/1,500 hitch and most will recommend a W/D hitch to help with keeping it all even.
Your trailer will be fine with your f250 king ranch 7.3. Will come with a 2.5” 15,000/1,500 hitch and most will recommend a W/D hitch to help with keeping it all even.
HTH,
Jim / crewzer
Hotshot
Joined: Mar 2017
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From: Chaz
I am pretty sure I have seen empty weight specs here and the 6.2 is actually 60-70 lbs heavier than the 7.3. The 7.3 is certainly a more compact design than the 6.2 so this didn't surprise me.
Thanks for help solve the front spring mystery. So gas base is 4400, heavy service is 5200 and snow plow prep is 5600. I haven't seen anyone post their heavy service numbers before.
Thanks for help solve the front spring mystery. So gas base is 4400, heavy service is 5200 and snow plow prep is 5600. I haven't seen anyone post their heavy service numbers before.
I looked this up when I made my order and the 7.3 f250 is heavier from what I remember. But I could be wrong.
Logistics Pro
Joined: Apr 2000
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From: Mills River
I am pretty sure I have seen empty weight specs here and the 6.2 is actually 60-70 lbs heavier than the 7.3. The 7.3 is certainly a more compact design than the 6.2 so this didn't surprise me.
Thanks for help solve the front spring mystery. So gas base is 4400, heavy service is 5200 and snow plow prep is 5600. I haven't seen anyone post their heavy service numbers before.
Thanks for help solve the front spring mystery. So gas base is 4400, heavy service is 5200 and snow plow prep is 5600. I haven't seen anyone post their heavy service numbers before.
HTH,
Jim / crewzer
More Turbo
Joined: Jun 2020
Posts: 715
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From: Texas Hill Country
I doubt many people order the heavy service front. Since I couldn't get the camper package with my KR, and since I was going to attach a Ranch Hand Legend to the front (like 330lbs), I had two options , but didn't feel it was worth the plow prep in Texas. It likely didn't need any help with the front, but I figured it couldn't hurt. My '20 F250 FX4 7.3 with Camper Package had 4600 front GAWR, IIRC.