Expert Answers about Ford F-250 and F-350 Super Duty

• Pros and Cons of 5th Wheel Hitch With a Slide Bar Jaw Versus a Dual Jaw Hitch
• The difference between a slide bar jaw and a dual jaw is how tightly the fifth wheel king pin is held. Both do a good job securing the king pin, preventing it from coming loose. The Dual Jaw will hold the king pin much more tightly, preventing the king pin from rattling around in the pin box. Any movement of the king pin in the hitch jaws will be easily felt and heard in the truck cab. Every time the you brake or accelerate, if there's any movement in the hitch jaws-you're gonna feel...
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• Comparing the Derale 7000 and 8000 Series Coolers for a 2000 F-250 with the 7.3L V8 Diesel Engine
• The Derale Series 7000 Transmission Cooler Kits like part # D13105 has a tube-fin design whereas the Derale Series 8000 Transmission Cooler Kits like part # D13503 has a plate-fin design. The plate-fin design is superior to the tube-fin design in that it has internal turbulators to help the oil cool faster and prevent pressure loss. For your 2000 Ford F-250 with the 7.3L V8 Diesel Engine, I recommend using the Derale Series 8000 Plate-Fin Transmission Cooler Kit part # D13504 which is...
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• What is the Difference Between TruXedo Trigger Latch # TX1117424 and # TX1704213
• Both TruXedo latches, # TX1704213 and # TX1117424, are designed to fit the TruXedo Lo Pro Tonneau Cover. The difference is # TX1117424 is the complete kit that includes the spring. My contact at TruXedo told me that # TX1117424 is the recommended replacement latch to use when replacing on your tonneau cover system.
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• Benefits of Using a Custom-Fit 5th Wheel Rail Installation Kit for Husky Hitch in 2008 Ford F-250
• A custom 5th wheel bracket kit will reduce your installation time by avoiding having to drill into the truck's frame, which is needed for universal kits. For a custom bracket kit without rails that will work in your 2008 Ford F-250 you can use Husky kit # HT31408. Universal kits like the Reese # RP30035 (which includes the rails) will take a lot longer to install and will require frame drilling. Since you have Husky rails I recommend using their custom kit to avoid any potential compatibility...
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• Comparing the Ranch Hitch Gooseneck Adapter and the Draw Tite Hi-Rise Adapter
• The Ranch Hitch part # AM3139 is a great solution for towing a fifth wheel trailer with a truck that has a gooseneck hitch. The advantage to this over the Hi Rise part # 9480 is that the gooseneck hitch in the truck does not matter. As long as there is a 2-5/16 inch ball in the bed of the truck this adapter will fit it. The Hi Rise has a more specific fit. It can only fit B&W Turnover Ball, Hide-A-Goose by Draw Tite or Reese, or Under-Bed by Bulldog. If you had one of these hitches this...
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• Comparison Between TorkLift And SuperSprings SuperSway-Stops For 2013 Ford F-350
• The biggest difference between the TorkLift StableLoad Suspension, part # TLA7200 is the warranty. Torklift provides a lifetime warranty. The SuperSprings SuperSway-Stop option you mentioned has been discontinued for your vehicle so obviously people preferred the TorkLift option.
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• Will Titan Chain Wide Base Tire Chains Fit 2011 Ford F-250
• The Titan Chain Twist Link Tire Chains, part # TC3231CAM, are designed to work with your 275/70-18 tires on your 2011 Ford F-250. The Titan Chain Snow Tire Chains for Wide-Base Tires, part # TC3831, are also designed to fit your tires. Both of these chains are made of the same material, 7 mm steel. The difference is that the # TC3831 chains have a V welded on them for additional traction. You will want to check your owner's manual to see if there are any restrictions regarding the...
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• Difference Between B&W Companion Part Numbers # BWRVK3500 and # BWRVK3500-5W
• There is no difference between B&W Companion part numbers # BWRVK3500 and # BWRVK3500-5W. We just have slightly different part numbers for the same hitch which allows it to show up in two categories through our fit guide. The 5W just stands for fifth wheel.
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• Comparing the Curt Q16 and Pro Series 16K 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches
• The Curt Q16 5th wheel trailer hitch # C16120 is a great option. It has the dual jaw like you want and the head pivots front to back and side to side. This hitch is also cushioned for a smoother ride and the 3-point indicator system lets you know if you are hooked up properly or not. It also comes with a lube plate attached to the head. This is the hitch I would go with. I have linked a video review of this hitch for you. The Pro Series hitch # RP30047 is also a good entry level hitch....
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• Is the Functionality Different Between The Tekonsha Prodigy P2 and P3
• The functionality of the Prodigy P2 and P3 is basically the same with the difference in the controllers being the LCD display in the P3. Both controllers can be used with both electric brakes and electric over hydraulic brakes however with the P3 all you have to do is toggle between the two functions whereas on the P2 you have go through a process to change modes. The P3 LCD screen also uses actual words for setup and troubleshooting versus the P2 which displays codes that you have...
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• Which is Quieter the MaxxAir Trailer Roof Vent or the Fan-Tastic Vent Roof Vent
• The MaxxAir vent # MA00-06401K and the Fan-Tastic Vent roof vent # FV801250 will be close to the same decibel level when running but I give a slight edge to the MaxxAir because it moves a little less air (900 cubic feet per minute versus 920 on the Fan-Tastic) and because it has a sealed ball bearing 12 volt motor which would theoretically be quieter. Honestly you may not be able to tell the difference. As far as wind noise on the exterior I would go with the MaxxAir vent again since it...
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• Comparing Timbren and Firestone Suspension Enhancement for a 2003 Ford F-250
• The main difference between Timbren suspension enhancement # TFR250SDE and # TFR350SDE is capacity. The 250 model has a 6,000 pound capacity and the 350 model has an 8,600 pound capacity. Since the pin weight of a 5th wheel is not normally as high as 6,000 pounds, the 250 system should work well. However, there is an issue. Most 5th wheel trailer hitches have brackets mounted to the outside of each frame rail. These brackets will interfere with a suspension system that installs on the...
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• Comparing Speed Ratings of Kenda and Taskmaster Radial Trailer Tires
• Unless we indicate a higher speed rating for a tire it will generally carry a nominal 65-mph speed rating. This is the case for the Kenda Karrier ST225/75R15 Radial Trailer Tire with 15-inch Modular White Wheel # AM32673. The Taskmaster # TA92FR does indeed offer a substantially higher M-speed rating of 81-mph. For interstate highway travel, with speed limits potentially above 65-mph, I do recommend the Taskmaster. Operating a trailer tire at or above its maximum speed for long continuous...
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• What is the Difference Between the Curt Q20 and the Curt A20 5th Wheel Hitches
• Even though these two 5th wheel hitch are very similar there are a few key differences that separate them. The Q20 # C16130 has a 10-year limited warranty as opposed to the A20's # C16140 limited lifetime warranty for the hitch and 10-year limited warranty for the roller. A great thing about the Q20 is that it has a spherical axial bearing that allows it to move 360 degrees which the A20 does not have. This means that you will get a more enjoyable ride with the Q20 over the A20. Aside...
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• Difference Between Curt Pintle Hooks for 2 Trailer Hitches
• The only difference between the two pintle hooks you referenced is the weight capacity. - Curt Pintle Hook for 2" Hitches # C48005: 10,000 lbs - Curt Pintle Hook for 2" Hitches # C48004: 20,000 lbs Apart from that, both pintle hooks are made of forged steel, fit lunette ring couplers with a minimum inner diameter of 2-1/2", measure 14-1/2" total and 9-1/2" from the center of the hitch pin hole to the center of the pintle hook. In regards to pricing, as with all online retailers, prices...
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• How is the Curt A25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch C16180 Different from the Q25
• According to Curt the A25 hitch # C16180 is a rebranded Q25 with a head that is made of stronger material. The A25 is the newer version. The changes made to the head address some issues with head failure associated with the Q25. The Q25 was a beefier version of the Q24.
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• Are Air Springs or Rubber Springs Better For Sag When Towing a 5th Wheel With a 2008 Ford F-250
• The decision between an air ride system or helper springs should be made based on how you will be using your 2008 Ford F-250 Super Duty. Air bags are a good option if you tow your fifth wheel trailer occasionally and do a lot of hauling with varying load weights. I would recommend using the Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs, # F2550, as these air bags will work with a fifth hitch installed in your truck bed. Air springs should be manually adjusted for each load using an air compressor....
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• Difference between Diversi-Tech Ball Mount DTALBM7027 and DTALBM7025
• The only difference between the Diversi-Tech Ball Mount, # DTALBM7027 and # DTALBM7025, is that the ball mount # DTALBM7027, comes with 1-7/8 inch and 2 inch ball diameters and the # DTALBM7025, comes with 2 inch and 2-5/16 inch ball diameters.
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• Comparing Curt Double Lock and EZr Double Lock Gooseneck Hitches for a 2008 Ford F-250/F-350
• The only difference between the Curt Double Lock part # C60720 and EZr Double Lock Gooseneck Hitch part # C60685 for a 2008 Ford F-250/F-350 is the center locator tool that comes with the EZr which helps to drill out the center hitch ball hole but aside from that they are pretty much the same. I recommend the EZr because of the added tool.
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• Comparing B&W And Draw-Tite Class V Trailer Hitches For 2004 Ford F-250/350 King Ranch
• I would be happy to help! Both the Draw-Tite Class V Trailer Hitch Receiver # DT45508 and the B&W Class V Trailer Hitch Receiver # BWHDRH25230 you were looking at for your 2004 Ford F-250/350 King Ranch will stick out from the bumper slightly like you are wanting as you can see in the two included pictures. The Draw-Tite will only work with spare wheels up to 18", where the B&W will work with all full size spare tires so you will need to check which size spare tire is installed under...
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