Payload Capacity... WTF
#1
Payload Capacity... WTF
Okay, this is ridiculous... As per Ford's website, a SuperCab with a 145" Chassis (6.5ft bed) and EcoBoost has a payload capacity of 1760lbs or 2080 with the max trailer package.. Based on the information provided on the website how is it that the max tow package on the FX4 adds 320lb payload capacity?
FX comes with the Tow Package with has
Class IV trailer hitch receiver;
7-pin trailer wiring harness;
Upgraded radiator;
Auxiliary transmission oil cooler;
SelectShift transmission;
The Only thing the Max Tow Package Adds is..
Upgraded rear bumper;
Trailer brake controller;
Black manual telescoping trailer tow power, heated exterior mirrors with turn signals and puddle lamps
FX comes with the Tow Package with has
Class IV trailer hitch receiver;
7-pin trailer wiring harness;
Upgraded radiator;
Auxiliary transmission oil cooler;
SelectShift transmission;
The Only thing the Max Tow Package Adds is..
Upgraded rear bumper;
Trailer brake controller;
Black manual telescoping trailer tow power, heated exterior mirrors with turn signals and puddle lamps
#5
A guess yes, but there is absolutely nothing that suggests that.. any way we can get part numbers on the suspension parts?
#7
which would only be good in 4 low, also - all the F150's come equipped with the same Borg Warner 2.73:1 transfercase
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#8
GVWR is higher with the max towing package. Yes the springs are different.
See here. Both payload and GVWR are higher with the * (* Requires Max. Trailer Tow Package. It also forces the 3.73 axle.
I highly recommend the max tow package. An FX trim level will add weight too, so expect the actual payload to be reduced by 150 pounds (check the driver's door sticker of any truck you are interested in.
That said, I've had my truck on a scale 1500 pounds over GVWR, not on the bump stops. Short trips, lower speeds, occasional use only. If you plan to regularly haul 1500+ pounds, then get the heavy duty payload package or a larger truck.
See here. Both payload and GVWR are higher with the * (* Requires Max. Trailer Tow Package. It also forces the 3.73 axle.
I highly recommend the max tow package. An FX trim level will add weight too, so expect the actual payload to be reduced by 150 pounds (check the driver's door sticker of any truck you are interested in.
That said, I've had my truck on a scale 1500 pounds over GVWR, not on the bump stops. Short trips, lower speeds, occasional use only. If you plan to regularly haul 1500+ pounds, then get the heavy duty payload package or a larger truck.
#10
Where is that stated?
The 3.73's are standard on the FX4.
What what does it give me? Based on Ford's website all you get is a different rear bumper, trailer brake controller and tow mirrors...
The heavy duty payload package is not available on the FX4...
See here. Both payload and GVWR are higher with the * (* Requires Max. Trailer Tow Package. It also forces the 3.73 axle.
What what does it give me? Based on Ford's website all you get is a different rear bumper, trailer brake controller and tow mirrors...
The heavy duty payload package is not available on the FX4...
#11
http://www.ford.com/resources/ford/g...vF150sep09.pdf
It seems the Max trailer tow and Max payload need to be purchased together.
#12
See page 2 of this doc:
http://www.ford.com/resources/ford/g...vF150sep09.pdf
It seems the Max trailer tow and Max payload need to be purchased together.
http://www.ford.com/resources/ford/g...vF150sep09.pdf
It seems the Max trailer tow and Max payload need to be purchased together.
#13
Probably cant get the max payload in the FX4 because of the shocks, etc...
#14
What are your intended used for this truck? Why are you concerned with payload?
Last edited by APT; 05-23-2011 at 12:41 PM.
#15
GVWR is higher with the max towing package. Yes the springs are different.
See here. Both payload and GVWR are higher with the * (* Requires Max. Trailer Tow Package. It also forces the 3.73 axle.
I highly recommend the max tow package. An FX trim level will add weight too, so expect the actual payload to be reduced by 150 pounds (check the driver's door sticker of any truck you are interested in.
That said, I've had my truck on a scale 1500 pounds over GVWR, not on the bump stops. Short trips, lower speeds, occasional use only. If you plan to regularly haul 1500+ pounds, then get the heavy duty payload package or a larger truck.
See here. Both payload and GVWR are higher with the * (* Requires Max. Trailer Tow Package. It also forces the 3.73 axle.
I highly recommend the max tow package. An FX trim level will add weight too, so expect the actual payload to be reduced by 150 pounds (check the driver's door sticker of any truck you are interested in.
That said, I've had my truck on a scale 1500 pounds over GVWR, not on the bump stops. Short trips, lower speeds, occasional use only. If you plan to regularly haul 1500+ pounds, then get the heavy duty payload package or a larger truck.