Camper package
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Camper package
HI - new to this forum. I have an '05 F-150 CC but trading up to a F-250 CC '09 w/camper package. I was told that it doesn't efffect the ride and I
will be using it to tow a travel trailer. Just curious if anyone else has this
option and their experience.
will be using it to tow a travel trailer. Just curious if anyone else has this
option and their experience.
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Sway bar...
http://www.suspensionconnection.com/...on/7677F4.html
I love it - the truck rides fine empty and even better towing or hauling the Lance. Hope this helps...
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I have the camper package and it is the extre leaf spring on top in the rear. When you load up the rear end and it lowers the first 2-3" of travel is the camper package leaf spring then the group of leaf springs take over. No difference in ride.
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I have the package on my o6. Rides alittle rough empty(its a truck) but rides excellent with even 500pounds in the rear. I havent put camper in the bed but i have hauled several bobcats and a mini excavator(7800lbs) and ride was still great.
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Hey thanks! the brochure states that it is a pair of auxiliary springs and a
rear stabilizer bar. It was only a $160 so there can't be a whole lot to it.
But it also has the 'tow package' but I figured it couldn't hurt as long as
it didn't effect to overall ride.
rear stabilizer bar. It was only a $160 so there can't be a whole lot to it.
But it also has the 'tow package' but I figured it couldn't hurt as long as
it didn't effect to overall ride.
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I believe (someone please correct me if I am wrong) that the camper package on the F250 adds a rear stabilizer bar and an overload leaf to the rear axle, along with "potentially" heavier springs front and rear (depending on other options).
I have the camper package in my truck, and have yet to have a camper in it (maybe one day). I do pack two sleds on a deck over (high CG) and the stabilizer bar is sure nice for that; also, the overload springs don't touch when the truck is static, but they do on some bumps.
I haven't driven in non camper package f250's too often, so I can't compare the ride.
Hope this helps,
JE
I have the camper package in my truck, and have yet to have a camper in it (maybe one day). I do pack two sleds on a deck over (high CG) and the stabilizer bar is sure nice for that; also, the overload springs don't touch when the truck is static, but they do on some bumps.
I haven't driven in non camper package f250's too often, so I can't compare the ride.
Hope this helps,
JE
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I test drove a F250 that did not have the camper package before purchasing my pickup that does have the package. The Camper Package does stiffen the ride a little, but it still rides very nice. For just towing a trailer, I don't think that the Camper Package is needed, but you would want to at least add a stabilizer bar to the rear. If you are going to tow a fifth wheel like I do, than I would definitely recommend the Camper Package.
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F-250/F-350/F-450 Super Duty Camper Package
(Option Code 471)
(Option Code 471)
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Durable front springs (2 Up or 1 Up upgrade over springs
computer-selected based on options ordered. Not included
if maximum springs already selected.)
computer-selected based on options ordered. Not included
if maximum springs already selected.)
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Rear stabilizer bar (SRW)
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Rear auxiliary springs (F-250; std. on F-350)
• Slide-in camper certification
https://www.fleet.ford.com/truckbbas...e_03_09_09.pdf
Go to Page 6 for details.
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The camper pack also gives you a slip of paper stating your truck is "camper rated". This really only matters if you buy a new slide in camper from an **** retentive dealer. Its the certification that your truck is OK.
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That slip of paper is your "get out of jail free card" should you have an accident with a camper on the truck and the other person hires an attorney stating the truck was "not recommended for slide in camper". Most trucks are overloaded with a slide in camper and some are not recommended to carry one. That's how my first truck was but now I have camper package and I am within my GVW (peace of mind).
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That slip of paper is your "get out of jail free card" should you have an accident with a camper on the truck and the other person hires an attorney stating the truck was "not recommended for slide in camper". Most trucks are overloaded with a slide in camper and some are not recommended to carry one. That's how my first truck was but now I have camper package and I am within my GVW (peace of mind).
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All 2001 F350 DRW Super Duties came standard with front and rear stabilizer bars. See Page 27 of the link below:
https://www.fleet.ford.com/truckbbas...1/fsersdcd.pdf
https://www.fleet.ford.com/truckbbas...1/fsersdcd.pdf
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