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Old 01-02-2019, 01:20 AM   #11
Rhagfo
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Originally Posted by The Bruin View Post
Hello all and Merry Christmas. Down to biz.. 2018 F250 Supercab. 4x4. Powerstroke. Researching possible add ons to make for a better eventual tow. I completely comprehend that these items do nothing to increase capacity, rather they are a leveling tool. That said, who uses them, are they worth the expense, and what brands are best? Don't have a 5er yet, still researching. Thx in advance... Dave.

Well if you want to be within Payload and tow a 5er you chose the wrong TV. I towed our 2005 32' Copper Canyon with a 2001 Ram 2500 with Camper Package. While on last scaling was at 10,500# on a TV with a 8,800# GVWR, never needed air bags or other suspension add-on.

It seem that Fords seem to have softer springs, and all need some help to be level.
While it towed great and I was within axle and tire ratings, being over GVWR by 1,700# kept eating at me.



Just solved the that issue and bought a 2016 RAM 3500 Laramie DRW with Aisin and 3.73 gears.


While a F250 and F350 are almost 100% the same except for maybe an extra spring leaf and tires with a higher rated load capacity it lacks the VIN sticker with the higher GVWR!
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