Expert Answers about Ford F-250 and F-350 Super Duty
- Where Do 5th Wheel Rails Install in the Bed of a 2003 Ford F-250 Long Bed
- On your 2003 Ford F-250, if it has a gross vehicle weight of 8,500 pounds or less then from the rear edge of the bed to the back of rear most rail it is 29-1/4 inches.
Over 8,500 pound GVW and it is 33-1/2 inches to the back of the rear rail.
Once you have the rear rail in place use the hitch to place the front rail. I have linked the instructions for the Reese universal installation kit # RP30035. I have also linked a video showing a typical installation you can use as a guide.
view full answer... - How Does Convert-A-Ball Gooseneck to 5th Wheel Adapter Cushion The Ride?
- The Convert-A-Ball Cushioned 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Adapter # CAB-C5G has two interior polyurethane bushings that act as a shock absorbers and cushion the ride. From the top you will only see the nut and washer you mentioned. However, from the bottom you should be able to seen a little bit of the lower polyurethane bushing.
I reached out to the manufacturer and have attached a photo of the cutaway of the # CG which uses the same two polyurethane bushings to cushion the ride as the...
view full answer... - Do Timbren Axle-Less Suspension Systems have to be Professionally Installed
- As far as professional installation goes it depends on how you install the Timbren axle-less system # ASR5200S01. There are three ways to install the Axle-Less suspension and the second method may require professional assistance.
The easiest method, which is recommended if you are replacing axles on your trailer, is to install a piece of 2-inch x 3-inch rectangular tubing (sold separately - available at most weld shops) through the integrated hole in the Axle-Less suspension. Then all...
view full answer... - Should B*W Heavy Duty Trailer Hitch BWHDRH25230 Use Included Hardware Or Factory Hardware?
- The B&W Heavy-Duty Trailer Hitch Receiver # BWHDRH25230 you purchased for your 2005 Ford F-250/350 was designed and tested with the included 1/2" grade 8 bolts so that is what you will need to use.
Enlarging the holes in your hitch can cause structural issues and would void the warranty of the hitch.
I included a video of the # BWHDRH25230 being installed for you to take a look at.
view full answer... - Can Timbren Kit for 1999 Ford F-250 Fit with Fifth Wheel Rail Kit
- Yes, the Timbren Kit # TFR350SDE that you referenced does fit your 1999 Ford F-250 and is compatible with the fifth wheel install rails your truck has installed already.
view full answer... - Can Curt E16 5th Wheel Hitch W/ Rails and Install Kit C16116 Be Installed In Truck With Bed Liner?
- The industry standard rails included with the Curt E16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Rails and Universal Installation Kit # C16116 can be installed on 2000 Ford F-250/350 with a bed liner.
If the bed liner is a spray in there is nothing different when it comes to the install, but if you have a plastic bed liner you will need to trim it in the area where the rails sit so that they are touching metal.
In addition to a 5th wheel hitch you may also be interested in the 5th wheel wiring harness...
view full answer... - How Do Custom Rear Camper Tie Downs Mount to Aftermarket Trailer Hitch on 2002 Ford F-350
- Basically you will need to drill into the side plates of Curt hitch # C15810 to install TorkLift custom rear camper tie downs # TLR3500 on your 2002 Ford F-350. I have included a link to the installation instructions for the tie downs for you. I have also linked a video showing an example installation on a different vehicle that takes the same tie downs.
view full answer... - Does Air Lift LoadLifter 7500 XL for 2014 Ford F-250 Require Muffler Bracket Replacement
- The Air Lift LoadLifter 7500 XL part # AL57596 is a confirmed fit for your 2014 Ford F-250 short bed and does not require any additional brackets due to the exhaust design.
I attached an install video for this kit on a similar 2014 Ford F-250 for you to check out as well.
view full answer... - How To Charge Vehicle Battery Using Trailer Battery While Hooked Up To Shore Power
- The purpose of a diode is to stop the back flow of electricity. I can honestly say I have never heard of someone wanting to run a charge line from the trailer battery to the vehicle battery but I'm sure it would be possible. That said, when you attach two batteries to one another via a charge line they will try to balance each other. Therefore, if the start battery has more juice than the trailer battery the trailer battery will pull from the start battery and vice versa. The diode however...
view full answer... - Can Ultra-Fab Stabilizers Be Mounted to the A Part of an A-Frame Trailer
- The Ultra-Fab Power Twin II Manual Stabilizer, # UF39-941704, and similar products would have to be mounted just back from the A-frame part of the frame. They are meant to provide support and not lift the trailer so you would not need this type of item on the A-frame. The regular trailer jack or even some scissor jacks # UF48-979002 if needed would be the way to go.
view full answer... - Will a Battery Charger Charge Both Batteries In Breakaway Kit # T4822100 If Wired in Parallel
- You are correct about how the batteries in the Gel Cell Breakaway Kit for Titan BrakeRite Systems, # T4822100, will be charged. Two batteries are required to meet the amp hour requirement and provide the 15 minute breakaway required by the Department of Transportation). The batteries must be wired in parallel according to the BrakeRite EHB, # T4822500, instructions (link provided for reference). A charger will charge both batteries, though because they are wired in parallel, it will take...
view full answer... - How Do the Rear Camper Tie Downs for a 2004 F-250 Super Duty Install in the Trailer Hitch
- The 2-1/2 inch opening is not going to be a problem. The rear tie downs, # TLF3001, come with a sleeve that fits around the outer tube and inside of the open ends of the hitch on the truck. With the sleeve on the width of the outer tube becomes 2-1/2 inches. I pulled # TLF3001 to confirm this. There would be minimal space between the outer tube sleeve and the inner part of the hitch tube.
On the bracket from the center of that bolt that faces rearward to the end of the tube is 6 inches....
view full answer... - Does Curt 2-inch Class V Hitch C15410 Include Trailer Wiring Mounting Bracket
- Curt 2-inch Class V hitch # C15410 is not pre-drilled for installation of a trailer connector mounting bracket but we do have an add-on kit. Part # C57202 is a no-drill long mounting bracket that can be used with a 7-way mounting plate like # 18138. The long bracket secures to your hitch tube with the included ring clamp and the connector mounting bracket bolts up to it.
This Curt hitch will bolt on to your 2011 F-350 using the supplied hardware and existing holes in the truck's frame....
view full answer... - Bracket Installation Instructions for 15K Fifth Wheel Hitch # 30047 on a 2004 Ford Super Duty
- I have included the instructions for hitch, # RP30047, on your 2004 Ford Super Duty below. I have also included a link to the instructions for two installation kits. The first is for the custom installation kit and the second is the universal kit ( # RP50082-58 and # RP30035).
I also included a video showing installation of a 5th wheel hitch using the custom installation kit. Both kits do require some drilling. The universal kit will require more drilling and is a more difficult installation...
view full answer... - Installation Instructions for the Truck Bed Cargo Camera for 8" Factory Monitor # 3460006
- I was able to take a picture of the instructions for the Truck Bed Cargo Camera for 8" Factory Monitor - Switch Kit # 3460006 that you referenced.
The camera unit actually has a "T" harness that will send the video feed directly to the OEM monitor on your Ford Super Duty. I am not sure how the fitter switches are connected in your pickup but if one of them is connected to power you can simply connect the wire for the rocker switch to your OEM switch and just leave the rocker switch in...
view full answer... - Installing Tekonsha Prodigy P3 In Place Of Ford Integrated Brake Controller On 2004 Ford F-350
- Many OEM brake controllers like that in your 2014 ford F-350 will not work well with Electric over Hydraulic Systems. Installing the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 # 90195 will help make your system function properly. It will replace your factory controller and will install with the plug-in adapter # 3034-P. It will throw a code, and you will need to take your truck to the dealer to have them clear it. I've attached an article explaining what needs to be done.
view full answer... - Does Exhaust have to be Lowered or Bed Raised on 2001 Ford F-250 to Install Curt Gooseneck Hitch
- For Curt Double Lock, Flip and Store Underbed Gooseneck Hitch w/Installation Kit - 30,000 lbs Item # C60720 the exhaust does not have to be lowered on a 2001 Ford F-250 diesel for installation.
On 2004 and older trucks, the emergency brake cable located on the outside of the driver's side frame will need to be relocated. Knock the mounting stud out of the frame with a hammer and punch and discard. A 5/16" relocating bolt is included in the kit and will be installed after the sideplates...
view full answer... - Does Lippert Components Center Point by Trailair Air-Ride Suspension Upgrade Include Compressor
- The Lippert Components Center Point by Trailair Air-Ride Suspension Upgrade # LC1565401 that you referenced does not come with a compressor as it's not typically used with an in-cab or trailer unit. The air valves are usually just run to an external compressor when needed. The included gauge and panel is designed to be mounted to the trailer frame.
With that being said you can certainly add a compressor to allow for easier operation. For this I recommend the Air Lift # AL25980, a single...
view full answer... - Are Center Bolts Required for 5th Wheel Rails in Curt Installation Kit in a 2001 Ford F-350
- We do recommend installing the 2 center bolts in Curt 5th wheel installation kit # C16443-204 for your 2001 Ford F-350 though it is not required. The center bolts add additional stability and considering the weights involved with 5th wheel towing it is a good idea to have them especially if towing above 16,000 pounds.
view full answer... - Base Rail Mounting Location For B&W Base Rails on 2012 Ford F-250 For Patriot Slider
- We do have an overhead view from the instructions for your 2012 Ford F-250 of the base rails so you can mount your B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch with Slider # BWRVK3270.
The correct B&W base rail and install kit for your Ford F-250 is the B&W Custom Installation Kit with Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches # BWRVK2401.
For this kit, if you take a look at the cut out I added from the instructions, you can see the overhead view that is available; you will need to measure 32-5/8...
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