Expert Answers about Ford F-100, F-150, F-250, F-350
- Goose Neck Hitch Options for 1975 Ford F250 Crew Cab with 34-Inch Frame
- There are no direct-fit goose neck hitch options for your 1975 Ford F-250 crew cab. However you can install a set of 5th wheel base rails and to these mount an adapter to allow towing a goose neck trailer.
For your F-250 with 6-foot or 8-foot bed you an use universal 5th wheel base rail install kit # RP30035 from Reese. This includes a set of industry-standard base rails, brackets and all required hardware for installation in your truck.
With these base rails in place you can then select...
view full answer... - Recommended Trailer Hitch Receiver for 1965 Ford F100
- For your 1965 Ford F100, I recommend the Draw-Tite Max-E-Loader Trailer Hitch Receiver # 41001. This hitch receiver is a 2 inch Class III rated for 600 lbs tongue weight and 6,000 lbs towing but 1,000 lbs tongue and 10,000 lbs towing when using a weight distribution system.
If you don't already have a trailer wiring harness, I recommend the 4-Pole Hardwire Kit with Circuit Tester # 18252. This includes quick splice connectors to make installation easy. You may also want the bracket...
view full answer... - Class V Trailer Hitch for 1973 Ford F-350 with 34 Inch Frame
- I checked with B&W and the Class V B&W Heavy-Duty Trailer Hitch # BWHDRH25122 is a confirmed fit for the 34 inch frame on your 1973 Ford F-350 that has a 10 inch step bumper.
The only thing you may need to do is remove or modify the spare tire carrier (if your truck has one) in order to ensure there is not interference with the hitch.
I have added a link to the installation instructions of this hitch for you to check out as well.
view full answer... - Curt Gooseneck Flat Plate Installation Weight Capacity
- Curt says the Gooseneck Flat Plate # C65500 can be installed to the frame rails with a minimum of six 1/2 inch Grade 5 mounting bolts, but that would not allow the plate to meet the 30,000 lbs. GTW rating. They have not tested the plate by itself so it is not rated for a certain capacity. The strength of the gooseneck plate comes from the mounting crossbars and the frame itself, so the capacity would vary greatly depending on your installation.
The product can most likely pull a light...
view full answer... - Trailer Hitch Recommendation for a 1976 Ford F-Series Truck with 4 Wheel Drive
- A high boy is a generic term used to encompass all Ford F-250 4x4 trucks from the late 1960s to the late 1970s (circa 1967 to 1977 and a half). If your 1976 is an F-250 with 4 wheel drive, it falls under the high boy umbrella. F-100 and F-150 models are not considered high boys even though 4 wheel drive was an option for some.
The high boy trucks came with a different transfer case (what is called a divorced transfer case), the front cross member set up was different, and they sat higher...
view full answer... - Will the Curt Class IV Hitch # 14001 fit on a 1978 Ford F-350 with a 34 Inch Wide Frame
- The Curt Class IV Receiver Hitch, # 14001 is designed to fit the wider framed 1978 Ford F-350 trucks, and will not fit on the 34 inch wide framed cab and chassis models. I went out to the warehouse and measured the Curt hitch, # 14001 and the installation holes are 36 inches apart on center, see attached photo.
The correct Curt Class IV Receiver Hitch for your 1978 Ford F-350 is part # C14082, which is designed to fit the cab and chassis models with narrower 34 inch frame, see instructions...
view full answer... - What are the Dimensions of the Westin 20000 Universal Bumper
- The Westin # 20000-92230 is 74" long x 8" tall x 8" wide and comes with custom mounting brackets for a 1967 Ford F-100, F-150, F-250 or F-350. If this is the year, make and model truck you've got then this would be the only option available for you. We do not currently have any universal bumpers available that are 78-80" in length.
view full answer... - Receiver and Weight Distribution Hitch Recommendation for 1968 Ford F-250
- In order to use a weight distribution system you'll need to install a receiver hitch mounted directly to the frame of the vehicle. We don't offer any weight distribution systems that would allow you to utilize a bumper mounted trailer ball.
If your heavy duty bumper is a standard or a step bumper, I'd recommend the Draw-Tite # 41947 which has a 1600 lb towing/16000 lb capacity if used with weight distribution. If you have a deep drop bumper, which is also called a cowboy bumper, use #...
view full answer... - Where Does the 1/2" Bracket Strap on Firestone Air Bags for 1965 Ford F-350 Go
- In regards to the Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs part # F2071 on a 1965 Ford F-350, the 1/2" bracket straps are placed under the main leaf spring stack when an overload spring is not present. If there is an overload spring present then you will instead place the 1/2" bracket strap under the overload spring on both sides.
view full answer... - Can the Aluminum J-Channel Trim for Enclosed Trailers Bend
- The J-Channel Trim for Enclosed Trailer part # 362415-955 is made of aluminium which is a very soft metal so yes it could be bent or conformed to a certain shape if needed. However, if you need to make sharp bends heating the metal prior would be ideal.
view full answer... - How Does 7-Way and Brake Controller Install in 1973 Ford F-350
- For a truck as old as yours it would be pretty hard to find a wiring diagram for installing the 7-way part # 20023 but I can help you figure it out using a circuit tester like the part # PTW2993. Basically you are going to need to test all of the wires of your taillights to determine their function and then wire to the 7-way using the included diagram.
Now hardwiring in a brake controller will be a similar process but you'll only have to test the wires at the brake switch till you find...
view full answer... - Recommended Circuit Breaker and Wire Gauge for Wiring 7-way Trailer Connector
- For a circuit breaker, I recommend using a 40 amp circuit breaker, like the Pollak 40amp In-Line Circuit Breaker # 9510. The wire that runs to the battery will connect to the gold post, and the line that connects to the junction box will connect to the silver post.
Usually, 10 gauge wire is used for the 12V power. I recommend using # 10-1-1. This 10 gauge wire is sold by the foot. To make connections with this wire, you will want to use 12-10 gauge wire ring terminals # DW05705-1 or 12-10...
view full answer... - 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Installation Kit for a 1973 Ford F-100, F-150, F-250, or F-350
- We haven't installed universal 5th wheel installation kit # RP30035 on a 1973 Ford so I do not have pictures or a video of it but I have linked a video showing installation on a 2002 Ford F-250. I have also included a link to the instructions. You will need to look at sheet 10 of 19.
view full answer... - Dimensions of Hub Arms for a Rock Tamers Mudflap
- I went and grabbed a # ERT039 from our warehouse and found that from the very top to the very bottom it measures 7-1/4 inches and from the center of the holes it measures 5-1/4 inches.
view full answer... - Engine Block Heater for 1982 Ford F150 w/ 5.8L V8 Engine
- Kat's Heaters lists the # KH11610 as being the proper block heater for a Ford 5.8L V8, manufactured from 1966-1998.
I've looked over the Kat's heaters application guide, and do not see where the # KH11606 is mentioned as a fit for the Ford 5.8L V8 in a 1982 F150.
view full answer... - What is Needed to Add Detail K2 Rampage II Snowplow to 1983 Ford F-250?
- To install the Detail K2 Rampage II Snowplow # K2RAMP8219 you only need add Custom Mounting Brackets # K281516. The brackets install directly into your F-250's frame so as long as the lift kit on your truck does not have any interference with the frame the brackets will work.
These brackets are a fit for a 1983 Ford F-250 4 wheel drive, bolting onto your truck's frame. Those are the only two items you will need to assemble and plow snow.
view full answer... - Will Curt Hitch part # C15300 Fit a 1978 Ford F-250 SuperCab
- Yes, the Curt hitch part # C15300 that you referenced is a confirmed fit for your 1978 Ford F-250 SuperCab and would be a great choice for a hitch as it has more than needed capacities at 16,000 lbs total trailer weight and 2,400 lbs tongue weight.
For a 7-way to install in the bed of your truck to make connecting your trailer lights easier you would want the part # 41157. Most 7-ways will be at the rear of the truck near the bumper which doesn't work will with fifth wheel hitches. This...
view full answer... - Replacing Brake Assemblies on 44 Foot Enclosed Haulmark Gooseneck Trailer
- Converting back to electric brakes would be the easiest and most cost-effective way to go. In order to specify the correct parts, you'll need to have some things confirmed. Hopefully, the seller will help you out with verifying this.
A 7K axle will typically use a 12x2 inch brake drum with a 8-on-6-1/2 inch wheel bolt pattern. It would use a # 25580 inner and # 14125A outer bearing. If your existing drums are still serviceable, you could reuse them, but if they need replacement, you'd...
view full answer... - Which Trailer Hitch Fits 1977 Ford F-250 with 34 inch Wide Trailer Frame
- Based on the frame dimensions you listed for your 1977 Ford F-250 you actually have a cab and chassis model which has the narrower 34 inch wide frame. That means instead the hitch you need is the Curt part # 13028 which is confirmed as a fit for your vehicle and it's cab and chassis style frame.
view full answer... - Trailer Hitch for 1971 Ford F-250 with Sportsliner Bumper
- That is closer to a deep drop bumper on your 1971 Ford F-250 so for a hitch the # 41504 would be the best choice.
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