Will it make it?
Will it make it?
FPS |
Aug 19 2009, 02:23 PM
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Group: Members Posts: 2 Joined: 19-August 09 Member No.: 3,267 Favorite Truck Camper(s): Lance Type and Brand of Truck(s) Owned: Ford 250 Type of Tiedowns used: Happijac Truck and Camper Setup: 1997 250 HD 99 Lance 185 Lite |
Hey guys, I finally got my truck camper I've always wanted after some 20 years.
Lucked out and found a 1989 F-250 with 30,000 miles to tow it with. The truck does just fine with just the camper. I have an event this weekend over 300 miles away and I need my boat also. My question is with the 351. The camper weighs 1800lbs and the Mastercraft 3400lbs. I think the truck can handle the tongue and camper weight OK but I'm afraid I'll really be lacking in hp. Any thoughts or experience Thanks Keith |
Spanky |
Aug 19 2009, 02:52 PM
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Moderator Group: Moderator Posts: 320 Joined: 24-June 06 From: Silver City, New Mexico Member No.: 144 Favorite Truck Camper(s): Lance 1030 Type and Brand of Truck(s) Owned: 1999 F350 Power Stroke Dually SuperCab Type of Tiedowns used: Torklift Truck and Camper Setup: 1999 Ford F350 4x4 Super Cab 1 ton Dually Lance 1030 Torklift tiedowns |
I would check all fluid levels including trans and rearend. Make sure coolant level is good and I don't see why it wouldnt make it as long as you dont dog it. I mean dont be in a hurry and have a good time.
Gary -------------------- 1999 F350 Power Stroke Dually Super Cab, 2003 Lance 1030
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beddows |
Aug 28 2009, 01:48 PM
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Group: Members Posts: 20 Joined: 5-November 05 Member No.: 101 |
How long is the camper. If it a 10 footer you should consider a Torklift super hitch if you are using an extender & the tongue weight is over 150 lbs. Towing anything over 1000 lbs with a TC on board, you should really consider adding electric trailer brakes.
-------------------- Paul Beddows
North American Truck Camper Owners Terry (wife) & Tomas (Dog) Abbotsford BC, Canada 2004 Silverado 3500 Dmax DRW 2008 Snow River 10.8 Prestige Signature edition Honda Eu2000i Coleman Polar Cub A/C Homemade 8 x 4 x 2 Utility Trailer |
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