grashley
Well-known member
Wood,
You are correct on MANY well researched points. I was unaware of the HCPP option before your, post, and for some, it could be a game changer. The truck you spec'd is NOT the common, off the lot F150. As I said, the 7600# GVWR is about 1000# more than most F150, yielding a payload of 2400#, at least 800# above most off the lot F150. Further, trying to find this truck on ANY lot would be looking for a needle in a haystack. You have done your homework well. I commend you for that!
Your statement about stopping mid trip if you felt uncomfortable or unsafe is truly heart warming. I would rather you not have to make that very expensive stop. I see enough flaws in your plan I felt compelled to raise the red flags.
The payload and max tow you quoted are for a base, naked XL with CC, 3.5L Eco Boost 4X4, 6.5 ft bed, 3.73 rear end and HCPP. Nothing more. The actual Payload for your truck will be 200 - 300# less with the XLT package, tow package and any other option you add. Note that the spec sheet did not include trim package, so that number seems to apply to that configuration whether dressed as an XL, Lariat or Platinum. NOT TRUE. Same for the Max Tow. Do the numbers still work if you reduce these numbers by 300#?
My real issue remains pulling a 37 ft TT with nearly 300 sq. ft. of side surface area Ever try to carry a full sheet of plywood in a cross wind? A 100 lb man may get carried across the field! A 350 lb man may have some trouble maintaining complete control, but he can get the job done. The general advise here, as you may know is 30 ft OR LESS TT for an off the lot F150. You could likely handle 30 ft without issue. That 37 ft is 23% longer with 23% more surface area. 37 ft is too long.
Again, I commend you for your thorough research. If you proceed down this path, leave room in the budget for a different truck within your first two trips.
Most important, enjoy the great outdoors with the family!
P.S. Had an Accord EX-L. Loved it!
You are correct on MANY well researched points. I was unaware of the HCPP option before your, post, and for some, it could be a game changer. The truck you spec'd is NOT the common, off the lot F150. As I said, the 7600# GVWR is about 1000# more than most F150, yielding a payload of 2400#, at least 800# above most off the lot F150. Further, trying to find this truck on ANY lot would be looking for a needle in a haystack. You have done your homework well. I commend you for that!
Your statement about stopping mid trip if you felt uncomfortable or unsafe is truly heart warming. I would rather you not have to make that very expensive stop. I see enough flaws in your plan I felt compelled to raise the red flags.
The payload and max tow you quoted are for a base, naked XL with CC, 3.5L Eco Boost 4X4, 6.5 ft bed, 3.73 rear end and HCPP. Nothing more. The actual Payload for your truck will be 200 - 300# less with the XLT package, tow package and any other option you add. Note that the spec sheet did not include trim package, so that number seems to apply to that configuration whether dressed as an XL, Lariat or Platinum. NOT TRUE. Same for the Max Tow. Do the numbers still work if you reduce these numbers by 300#?
My real issue remains pulling a 37 ft TT with nearly 300 sq. ft. of side surface area Ever try to carry a full sheet of plywood in a cross wind? A 100 lb man may get carried across the field! A 350 lb man may have some trouble maintaining complete control, but he can get the job done. The general advise here, as you may know is 30 ft OR LESS TT for an off the lot F150. You could likely handle 30 ft without issue. That 37 ft is 23% longer with 23% more surface area. 37 ft is too long.
Again, I commend you for your thorough research. If you proceed down this path, leave room in the budget for a different truck within your first two trips.
Most important, enjoy the great outdoors with the family!
P.S. Had an Accord EX-L. Loved it!
