Good morning everyone.
Yesterday I looked over the GM line, and sat in a 2021 Denali and looked over thier towing set up (controller, hitch/pucks ease of access to interior plug, etc.) was OK but seating and gauge layout after setting for 15 minutes imaging I was towing just did not fit my dimensionally challenged body. I did the same in a 2021 F250 (lariat trim). Nothing really available in an F350. So I have decided to order and that is where I need your collective wisdom.
So for proper towing of my Reflection 220RK I am considering the following.
I decided on an F350, Crew Cab, Long bed (8') single rear wheel to get the 48 gallon fuel tank. Plenty of room in the cab for Emma my 120 lb GSD. 8' bed for standard 5th wheel hitch and not worry about cab clearance in tight turns. Its also 4x4 standard.
Single rear wheel. By choosing the 11,400GVW package (shows up as 12,400 on build sheet) I am about equal to what my 04 F350 CC LB Dully is now (11500 GVW) CCC will actually be higher with the new truck I believe. Going SRW saves on tires and better handling in the snow.
Chose 6.7 power stroke comes with 10 speed trans. I selected this over the 7.3 gas with 10 speed. Reason 7.3 gas is close to my current 6.0 HP but less torque. I believe I need the power I current have at least with my current 5th wheel. I am at altitude which means the 7.3 power numbers will be less. Also want some fudge room of a future possibly bigger trailer.
Rear axle ratio. With the 6.7 there is the 3.31 and 3.55 I chose the 3.55 with electronic locker for better traction in slick situations kike wet grass or mud. My current 04 has 4:10. I wanted the 3.73 but its not available with the 6.7. If I was choosing the 7.3 I could get the 3.73, but it was recommend I go to the 4.30 for my trailer with the 7.3 gas.
Seating - with my body shape I need the deluxe 10 way seats. I chose the KR option to get them, plus the color is better than the other choices. They are actually heated and ventilated for better driving comfort. My current seats while heated are not ventilated and can get a bit sticky on long drives.
The KR also comes with the Ultimate Trailer Tow Camera System with Pro Trailer Backup Assist™ this might be overkill but the camera system will help I believe.
KR package comes with 20" wheels and tires. I assume this is OK. 2021 models had a choice that included the 18* wheels where you could get the camper package to get a rear sway bar on the truck. My 04 has the sway bar. Will I need a sway bar with the 20" wheels. I know Helwig makes a good one, or I can possibly get a Ford one installed if the truck does not come stock with it.
5th wheel hitch prep - need this and it comes with the built in brake controller and inside plug. I also choose the goose neck option - need that for my other trailers.
Alternator. Ford no longer offers dual alternators, but by choosing the rapid cab heat I get the max 397 amp one.
Bed step - got this to be able to reach the inside 7 pin plug. Saves me toting my stool around.
I got the skid plates to protect the plastic fuel tank and trans. My 04 has them and I can see a few dings from running over road debris.
KR comes with the tailgate step for easy bed access to set hitch and work with cargo.
Bed - 8' as stated above but I did not get the spray in bed liner or other extras. I plan to put in another bed rug as I have now. Easier on the knees and not as hot.
Upfitter switches - wanted these to control extras like a dc-dc charging system and additional lightning.
LED headlights - folks say they are a good option to get for better night vision.
The KR comes with some other nice features which I will not go into as they don't directly relate to towing
Am I missing anything I need or should have to safely tow better?
Thanks
Keith
Yesterday I looked over the GM line, and sat in a 2021 Denali and looked over thier towing set up (controller, hitch/pucks ease of access to interior plug, etc.) was OK but seating and gauge layout after setting for 15 minutes imaging I was towing just did not fit my dimensionally challenged body. I did the same in a 2021 F250 (lariat trim). Nothing really available in an F350. So I have decided to order and that is where I need your collective wisdom.
So for proper towing of my Reflection 220RK I am considering the following.
I decided on an F350, Crew Cab, Long bed (8') single rear wheel to get the 48 gallon fuel tank. Plenty of room in the cab for Emma my 120 lb GSD. 8' bed for standard 5th wheel hitch and not worry about cab clearance in tight turns. Its also 4x4 standard.
Single rear wheel. By choosing the 11,400GVW package (shows up as 12,400 on build sheet) I am about equal to what my 04 F350 CC LB Dully is now (11500 GVW) CCC will actually be higher with the new truck I believe. Going SRW saves on tires and better handling in the snow.
Chose 6.7 power stroke comes with 10 speed trans. I selected this over the 7.3 gas with 10 speed. Reason 7.3 gas is close to my current 6.0 HP but less torque. I believe I need the power I current have at least with my current 5th wheel. I am at altitude which means the 7.3 power numbers will be less. Also want some fudge room of a future possibly bigger trailer.
Rear axle ratio. With the 6.7 there is the 3.31 and 3.55 I chose the 3.55 with electronic locker for better traction in slick situations kike wet grass or mud. My current 04 has 4:10. I wanted the 3.73 but its not available with the 6.7. If I was choosing the 7.3 I could get the 3.73, but it was recommend I go to the 4.30 for my trailer with the 7.3 gas.
Seating - with my body shape I need the deluxe 10 way seats. I chose the KR option to get them, plus the color is better than the other choices. They are actually heated and ventilated for better driving comfort. My current seats while heated are not ventilated and can get a bit sticky on long drives.
The KR also comes with the Ultimate Trailer Tow Camera System with Pro Trailer Backup Assist™ this might be overkill but the camera system will help I believe.
KR package comes with 20" wheels and tires. I assume this is OK. 2021 models had a choice that included the 18* wheels where you could get the camper package to get a rear sway bar on the truck. My 04 has the sway bar. Will I need a sway bar with the 20" wheels. I know Helwig makes a good one, or I can possibly get a Ford one installed if the truck does not come stock with it.
5th wheel hitch prep - need this and it comes with the built in brake controller and inside plug. I also choose the goose neck option - need that for my other trailers.
Alternator. Ford no longer offers dual alternators, but by choosing the rapid cab heat I get the max 397 amp one.
Bed step - got this to be able to reach the inside 7 pin plug. Saves me toting my stool around.
I got the skid plates to protect the plastic fuel tank and trans. My 04 has them and I can see a few dings from running over road debris.
KR comes with the tailgate step for easy bed access to set hitch and work with cargo.
Bed - 8' as stated above but I did not get the spray in bed liner or other extras. I plan to put in another bed rug as I have now. Easier on the knees and not as hot.
Upfitter switches - wanted these to control extras like a dc-dc charging system and additional lightning.
LED headlights - folks say they are a good option to get for better night vision.
The KR comes with some other nice features which I will not go into as they don't directly relate to towing
Am I missing anything I need or should have to safely tow better?
Thanks
Keith
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