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  • Pace Edwards JackRabbit Tonneau Cover Comparison for 2019 Ford F-250 SuperDuty
  • The Pace Edwards JackRabbit # 311-JRFA18A44 has a weather-resistant, padded ArmorTek deck laminated to rigid aluminum panels to provide a soft cover look with hard cover security. The Pace Edwards Full-Metal JackRabbit # 311-FMFA18A44 is a full metal, black powder-coated aluminum deck with interlocking silicone hinges to help the cover glide along the side rails. The differences are fairly negligible in appearance but with the # 311-FMFA18A44 you're going to get a much more sturdy tonneau...
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  • Are Timbren or SumoSprings a Better Option For a 2024 Ford F-250 Super Duty?
  • Personally I feel the SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper Springs # SSR-127-54 are a better option for more users on a 2024 Ford F-250 than the Timbren # TFR250SDJ. The SumoSprings are more more progressive and will provide a better ride quality when unloaded or only carrying light loads. I only recommend going with the Timbren springs when you always carry heavy loads such as replacing your bed with a contractor box loaded with tools.
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  • Using GVWR to Determine Proper Gen-Y Hitch Shock Absorbing 5th Wheel to Gooseneck Adapter Pin Box
  • I spoke with Gen-Y Hitch to confirm the right gooseneck pin box for you. To determine the proper pin box, they use a formula based on your GVWR. The tongue weight of your trailer can be anywhere between 10 and 30 percent of that number (30 is extremely high, but possible). Based on that, your 2020 Keystone Cougar (at 11,500 pounds of GVWR) can end up being between 1150 and 3450 pounds. This lines up with your measured weight. As such, the 2K Shock Absorbing 5th Wheel to Gooseneck Pin...
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  • What is the Difference Between the Reese Towpower 7028700 and the Curt Reducer C45405
  • The biggest difference between the Reese Towpower 7028700 and the Curt Reducer Sleeve # C45405 is that the Curt can be used with a weight distribution system while the Towpower comes with a sticker that says it isn't rated for weight distribution. Essentially, they do the same thing (reduce a 2-1/2" receiver opening to a 2") but when we have spoken with Horizon Global in the past they weren't able to confirm why the Towpower was not rated for weight distribution. If you are planning on...
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  • Which Timbren Springs Should I Use For A 2016 Ford F-250 Super Cab With 8,000 lb Jayco 5th Wheel
  • For your 2016 Ford F-250 Super Duty, the Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement System that is the best fit for your application is the # TFR250SDG. It has a 8,600 lb capacity that will suit your needs well. The Timbren springs compress as needed for support, and the heavier weight capacity the stiffer the spring. With these style of springs you don't want to over-do the capacity because it will give you a more rigid ride for your truck. When they aren't engaged with a loaded weight, you...
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  • Difference Between Dexter and AL-KO/Quality Kodiak Disc Brake Kits
  • The Dexter Kodiak Disc Brakes # KOD67VR have a brake mounting flange with more of a squared bolt pattern while the AL-KO/Quality Kodiak Disc Brakes # KOD64VR have a brake mounting flange where the bolts are slightly offset.
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  • Difference Between 5th Wheel Hitch for 2015 Ford F-250 8ft Bed with Factory Rail Kit and Without
  • The difference between the two styles of trucks is the standard 8 ft bed is not equipped for a fifth wheel hitch where as the one with a factory rail kit is equipped with pucks in the bed of the truck for a fifth wheel hitch. Just mount a hitch like the Curt Q16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch with Ford OEM Legs, # C16520-16017, into the pucks in the bed of the truck and you are ready to tow. For a truck that is not equipped with the puck system, you would then have the option of installing a...
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  • Recommended Reese Sliding Hitch for 2020 Ford F-250 Super Duty
  • I recommend going with the Curt E16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ S20 Slider # C95DR for your 2020 Ford F-250 with a short bed. This hitch will provide you with the needed clearance from the cab of the truck to assist when making sharp turns while towing your 5th wheel trailer. Since you don't have the OEM prep package, you'll need base rails # RP50074-58, which are a custom installation base rail kit designed specifically for Ford Super Duty trucks and will allow you to use the Curt # C95DR. For...
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  • Comparing Curt and Draw-Tite Front Mount Trailer Hitches for a 2015 Ford F-250
  • Curt front mount trailer hitch # C31018 only fits 4 wheel drive models of the 2015 Ford F-250. Draw-Tite front mount hitch # 65049 will fit both 2 wheel drive and 4 wheel drive models (minor fascia trimming required for installation on 4 wheel drive models). I have included links to the instructions for each and a link to a video showing installation for the Draw-Tite hitch.
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  • Difference Between the Backbone System # RRRF2B2 and # RR32MY on My 2019 Ford F-250 Super Duty
  • The Rhino-Rack Backbone System for Pioneer Platform # RR32MY (RF2B3) is designed to only fit 2019 Ford F-250 Super Duty crew cabs with the Rhino-Rack Pioneer Platform Roof Tray - Aluminum - 60" Long x 56" # RR72TB. The Rhino-Rack Backbone Mounting System for Pioneer Platform # RRRF2B2 (RF2B2) is designed to fit the Rhino-Rack Pioneer Platform Roof Tray - Aluminum - 52" Long x 56" Wide # RR42TB on 2019 Ford F-250 Super Duty super cab models. It is important to use the specific parts outlined...
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  • Comparing Demco Hijacker Autoslider and B&W Companion for 2019 Ford F-250 with OEM Puck System
  • The Demco Hijacker Autoslide, 18K # DM8550024 and 21K # DM8550038 for your 2019 Ford F-250 with the OEM pucks, do pivot up to 90 degrees. The limiting factor for the turning clearance has to do with your pin box length and 5th wheel trailer body width. Clearance typically is only an issue with older 5th wheel trailers that have wider bodies because they were only pulled by pickups with 8' bed. Newer trailers usually don't have an issue with clearance unless they use a very short (almost...
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  • Comparing Height of Front Mount Hitches for a 2018 Ford F-250
  • The Curt hitch # C31078 may be a little higher on your 2018 Ford F-250 but ultimately it and the Draw-Tite front hitch # 65076 will be in about the same place. I have linked the instructions for these hitches for you.
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  • Is a Sidewinder Pin Box or a Sliding 5th Wheel Hitch Better for a 2018 Ford F-250 with a 6-3/4 Bed
  • You can use either a Sidewinder pin box or a sliding 5th wheel hitch to achieve a 90 degree turn with the 6-3/4' bed on your 2018 Ford F-250 Super Duty. The most hassle-free setup would be to install a Sidewinder on your Jayco and then use a stationary 5th wheel hitch in your F-250. By using a Sidewinder you won't have to get in and out of the truck to unlock and lock the sliding feature on a 5th wheel hitch. We do have autosliding 5th wheel hitches but they are significantly heavier than...
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  • Why are the Reese Outboard 5th Wheel Rails Taller than Regular Rails for a 2017 Ford F-250
  • The newer, taller rails such as those in 5th wheel installation kit # RP56017-53 for your 2017 Ford F-250 make it easier to pin in the hitch and work better for taller bed sides in newer trucks. The shorter rails such as those in kit # RP50074-58 are only available in the standard length. To compensate for the height difference you can lower the hitch (on most 5th wheel hitches) and/or raise the pin box on the trailer (if it is not already at the highest setting).
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  • What Are the Differences Between Sumo Springs Solo vs. Rebel?
  • The SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper Springs # SSR-127-54 has a maximum capacity of 2,800 pounds as opposed to the SumoSprings Rebel Custom Helper Springs # SSR-129-40-2 maximum capacity of 2,600 pounds. Also, the design is a bit different. Where the Solo Custom Helper Springs are a one-piece design, the Rebel Springs are a two-piece design that is separated in the middle that allows for unlimited suspension travel. One piece attaches to the frame of the truck, and the other attaches to the...
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  • Comparing Reese RP56017 and RP50074 Quick-Install Custom Bracket Kits for 2019 Ford F-250
  • Although the # RP56017 and # RP50074 both fit your 2019 Ford F-250, they are used to install two different sets of rails. The # RP50074 brackets are part of the Reese Quick-Install Custom Installation Kit # RP50074-58 which uses the # RP58058 rails. The # RP56017 brackets come with installation kit # RP56017-53 and use the Reese Universal Outboard Base Rails # RP30153. These are 48" long extended base rails which allow for mounting farther out from the truck frame.
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  • Comparing The Reese 48 Inch Rails With The Reese 43 Inch Rails For 5th Wheel Hitches On 2015 F-250
  • On your 2015 Ford F-250, rail kit # RP50026-58 and rail kit # RP56016-53 are both a confirmed fit with custom brackets for your vehicle. If you want the easier to install outboard kit, the # RP56016-53 will give you more room to work on your F-250. The benefit of the longer rail of 48 inches versus the 43 inch rail # RP50026-58 is only the ease of install and aesthetic. Both rails will fit the industry standard 5th wheel hitches made by B&W, Curt, Demco Hijacker Premier Series, Draw-Tite,...
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  • Difference Between B&W BWGNRK1108 and BWGNRK1108-5W Turnover Ball Gooseneck Hitch
  • There is no difference between the two. We have two similar but different part numbers because we market the # BWGNRK1108 as a gooseneck hitch and the # BWGNRK1108-5W as the mount for the # BWRVK3400 sliding version of the B&W Companion 5th wheel hitch for short bed trucks or # BWRVK3500 for long bed trucks. By having two different part numbers for the identical part, the hitch is easier to Google search for. If you'd like to install a 7-way trailer connector in the truck bed so you...
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  • Comparing Firestone and Air Lift Air Bags for 2014 Ford F-250
  • The Firestone # F2597 are the air bags I recommend for your 2014 Ford F-250. Firestone quality and durability is far superior to the Air Lift air bags like # AL88395. The Firestone have 4 layers of reinforced rubber and a braided wire girdle which increases burst pressure. By comparison, the Air Lift only has 2-ply fabric reinforced rubber. Firestone also uses a superior anchor system with the rolled crimp seal to keep the air bags secure. The Air Lift may include a jounce spring but that...
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  • Firestone 7,500 lb Kit or 5,000 lb Kit for a 2024 Ford F-250 Super Duty 4WD
  • Both Firestone Ride-Rite kits are good options for your 2024 Ford F-250 Super Duty 4WD, but I like to recommend the 7,500 lb # F95FV rating over the 5,000 lb Rating # F35FV simply because it means the air bags can be used for the same application but they won't be pushed as hard as the 5K kit, even with heavier loads. It's important to note that these don't increase your weight capacity - they're only designed to help support a suspension system that's in good working order. I also recommend...
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