Buddy buys Tundra to pull 7500lbs.

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07-13-2008, 02:41 AM

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Originally Posted by scott1981

I dont have the patience to go at it for another round.

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07-13-2008, 03:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Lumadar

FWIW, Nissan does NOT have the strongest 1/2 ton frame...that's an old commercial that aired before the 04 came out IIRC.

Nah, they still air it. It's a recent one because it's been on Chargers games with Rivers at QB...

BTW, what're you still doing here? You don't even have an F150, do you?

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07-13-2008, 07:40 AM

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my 01 250 has c channel frame. still strong as hell gussets and crossmembers welded and riveted. i was told the frame needs a little flex when you really load up the bed also.

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07-13-2008, 09:30 AM

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i was told the frame needs a little flex when you really load up the bed also.

Yep.

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07-13-2008, 09:34 AM

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Originally Posted by reyncreed

i tow a 6500lb tractor plus 18ft deck trailer (+ two big boys in the cab), i6 3.55 5spd, no problem, 70mph on highway, and steady 60 on regular roads

That deck trailer flexing any when you put the tractor on? If so, scott1981 can set you right up with some extra welds and braces. Probably add another 500 lbs to your trailer. But seeing as you have the 3.55 gears you should be good to go.