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Old 02-16-2013, 09:55 AM   #3
wingnut60
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When you say 'factory-lifted' what exactly do you mean? There are lots of F250s running around that tow fifth wheels without a clearance problem.
Is this truck new to you?
If the stance of the truck is higher in the rear, that is normal. You will get some settling when you put the weight of the fiver on the hitch. Rick is correct--the real concern is the clearance when hitched up of the truck rail and fiver body. I have towe with an '02 250 and later 350s up to my current 450 without a problem.
The only item you might check is the height of the spacer between the axle and the springs--2" is normal for 250; 4" for 350s. If you have the 4" it is a simple changeout to put the 2" spacer in--any frame/axle shop can do it.
Joe
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