High Capacity Trailer Hitch Recommendation for 2008 Ford F-250 for Heavy Boat Trailer
Question:
I have an 2008, f250 super duty 4x4 crew cab, 6.5foot bed, 6.4L, 5speed auto with tow command, 3.73 axle. My conventional tow is 12.5k according to factory hitch and guide. Can I upgrade my hitch to tow 14k like the 2011F250, which is still below 5th wheel capacity15.2k for mine and should be below the GCVW. The boat Im looking at is 12.5k off the trailer.
asked by: Alan
Expert Reply:
For a trailer hitch with more towing capacity than you'd need the Curt hitch part # C15810 would be an excellent option. This hitch as towing capacities of 20,000 lbs which would work well for you.
As long as you are sure you under the truck's capacity still this would allow you to tow your trailer. You should note that this is a 2-1/2 inch hitch so you may need a compatible ball mount like with part # C45456 which also has a 20k capacity.
For a hitch ball you'd then want the part # 63840 which is also a 20k hitch ball.
Products Referenced in This Question
2-5/16" Hitch Ball - 1-1/4" Diameter x 2-3/4" Long Shank - Chrome - 20,000 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 2-5/16 Inch Diameter Ball
- 2-3/4 Inch Shank Length
- 1-1/4 Inch Diameter Shank
- 20000 lbs GTW
- Class IV
- Class V
- Draw-Tite
more information >
Curt Forged Ball Mount for 2-1/2" Hitches - 1/2" Rise - 2" Drop - 20,000 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Fixed Ball Mount
- No Ball
- 1-1/4 Inch Ball Hole Diameter
- Steel Shank - Matte Black
- Drop - 2 Inch
- Rise - 1 Inch
- Fits 2-1/2 Inch Hitch
- 20000 lbs GTW
- Class V
- CURT
more information >
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class V - 2-1/2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class V
- 2700 lbs TW
- 20000 lbs GTW
- 20000 lbs WD GTW
- 2-1/2 Inch Hitch
- 2700 lbs WD TW
- Visible Cross Tube
- CURT
more information >
Featured Help Information
Instructions
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Q&A: Will Curt Class V Hitch # C15810 Fit a Ford F-250/F-350 With a Full Size Spare Tire
- Article: How to Choose the Right Trailer Hitch Class
- Q&A: Are Fastway Products Made in the U.S.A.
- Q&A: Snow Tire Chains For 2023 Ram 3500 With 275/70-18 Tire Size
- Q&A: Can Blue Ox SwayPro Weight Distribution be Used With Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution Shank
- Q&A: Can the TorkLift Everest Weight Distribution System Be Used w/ a SuperTruss Extension?
- Q&A: Recommended TorkLift Hitch and Extension for a 2024 Chevy Silverado 3500
- Q&A: Is there a Longer Weight Distribution Shank for a B&W Continuum?
- Article: What To Look For When Buying Ratchet Straps
- Article: Pewag Snow Tire Chains
- Article: Snow Tire Chain Overview: How to Buy the Right Tire Chains
- Article: 5 Things to Know About Weight Distribution Hitches
- Article: How to Measure for Trailer Hitch Drop
- Article: Trailer Hitch Receiver Sizes