Expert Answers about Ford F-250 Super Duty

• Comparing Timbrens and SumoSprings for a 2017 Ford F-250
• The main difference between the Timbrens part # TFR250SDJ and SumoSprings part # SSR-127-54 is that the Timbrens provide more support but have a stiffer ride whereas the SumoSprings provide less support but a more comfortable ride. If you value a reduction in sag/squat most then go with the Timbrens but if you value ride quality most then go with the SumoSprings. If you're looking for the best of both worlds, support/comfort then go with a set of airbags like the Firestone Ride-Rite Air...
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• What Is Difference Between Firestone Ride-Rite F2535 And F2550 For 2015 Ford F-250 Diesel
• The Firestone Ride-Rite suspension systems are designed for your truck based on the engine. For your 2015 F-250 with a diesel engine the Ride-Rite system designed to fit your truck is part # F2597. Part # F2550 is designed for gasoline engines. The difference is the brackets used to install the Ride-Rite system on the frame of the truck. Both of these system will work with a gooseneck hitch system installed on the truck. You can also control the amount of air pressure you have in...
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• Difference Between Curt C60720 Gooseneck Hitch and C60720-5W
• Good morning. Both the # C60720 and the # C60720-5W are the same exact item. We give them different part numbers so that the item can be searched as both a gooseneck hitch and as a mount for the Demco Recon 5th wheel hitch, Both kits include the rails, gooseneck hitch head, safety chain loops, and hitch ball. You can order the less expensive of the two without worry that you've compromised anythinng.
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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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• 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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• How Do Retrax Retractable Tonneau Covers Stack Up Against Others for a 2017 Ford F-250 Short Bed
• Retrax, manufacturer of RetraxONE MX Hard Tonneau Cover # RT60383 for your 2017 Ford F-250 short bed, is a leader in the Tonneau cover industry. They are actually the parent company of many other well-known Tonneau cover manufacturers. The Retrax covers are, in a word, impressive. When we first started carrying this line the Retrax folks came here to train us on their products. They are well-made here in the US and carry a limited lifetime warranty which is a reflection of how well they...
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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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• 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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• 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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• What is the Difference Between the BWRVK3370 and the BWRVB3370
• The B&W Companion Hitch # BWRVK3370 is a complete sliding hitch that is designed to fit in the Ford OEM prep package. The Replacement Slider Base for B&W OEM 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Ford Towing Prep Package - 20K # BWRVB3370 is just the base of the hitch without the head and is used if you already have a Companion hitch and have switched from maybe a Chevy truck with the prep package to a Ford with the OEM prep package; it's just designed so that you don't have to buy a completely new...
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• Trailair Flex Air 5th Wheel Pin Box 18,000lb & 21,000lb Product Comparisons
• For your Trailair Flex Air 5th Wheel Pin boxes there is no advantage or disadvantage between the 18,000lb product # LC328492 and 21,000lb product # LC158778. As long as the pin box is rated as high or higher than the trailer's GVWR you'll be good to go. I would recommend sticking closer to the actual weight capacity of your camper unless you plan on sizing up in the future to a heavier camper.
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• Comparing Weight of B&W Companion Sliding 5th Wheel Hitch Base to Fixed Base for Ford OEM Prep Pucks
• For the Ford OEM pucks, the Replacement Base for B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ford Super Duty # BWRVB3300 weighs 79 lbs as opposed to the Replacement Slider Base for B&W OEM 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Ford Towing Prep Package - 20K # BWRVB3370 which weighs 192 lbs. This is a 113 lb difference. The head installs separately and will weigh 73 lbs. That difference however is not any loss in Payload as that is calculated based on your actual bed cargo and the underbed B&W...
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• Comparing Draw Tite and Curt Front Hitch for 2020 Ford F-250
• We have two really great front hitches that fit your 2020 Ford F-250 with the Draw Tite part # 65076 and the Curt # C31078. The big differences are that the Draw Tite will stick out past the air dam a bit more than the Curt. Also the Curt is made in the USA. I attached a picture that shows where the Curt installs relative to the air dam. I would go with the Curt for the reasons mentioned unless the accessory you plan to install in the front hitch has a shorter shank.
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• Difference Between The Brophy Camper Tie-Downs HSAB And HSSF
• The Brophy # HSAB and # HSSF are essentially the same thing with the exception that the # HSAB has a small bend in it to make connecting to your turnbuckles easier. If you're still needing turnbuckles you can use part # TDHP.
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• Comparison Of Fifth Wheel Custom Installation Kits For 2016 Ford F-150
• The difference between the Custom Base Rails and Installation Kit, part # RP50026-58, and part # RP56016-53 is the length of the base rails. The baserails for part # RP50026-58 are 43 inches long and for part # RP56016-53 the length is 48-inches. Both installation kits are designed to mount to the outboard side of the truck frame.
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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 B&W 5th Wheel Hitches # BWRVK3370 and # BWRVK3400-5w
• The biggest difference between the two is that the B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w Slider for Ford Towing Prep Package, Item # BWRVK3370, was designed for Ford trucks with the factory 5TH WHEEL towing prep package. On the other hand, the B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider, Item # BWRVK3400-5W, was designed to work with the B&W Custom Underbed Installation Kit like part number # BWGNRK1016-5W. This particular kit is confirmed to fit the 2016-2017 GMC Sierra 2500...
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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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• 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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• 5TH Wheel Rail Adapters Available For Andersen Ultimate On a 2021 Ford F-250 Factory Prep/Puck Bed
• There are a few adapters available for your 2021 Ford F-250 that will allow you to use the Andersen Ultimate Connection 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch System # AM3200. First is the Curt Adapter Rails # C88KR. This adapter is rated for 25,000lbs and bolts together. Since the assembly bolts together it can be configured to work with both Ford and GM puck systems. Next is the Reese Elite Series Underbed Rail Adapter # RP30156. This adapter is rated up to 20,000lbs and is welded together. The...
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