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Location: ky
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UPDATE: I hooked up my RW load for a winter long trip the top of the box rail stands at 54.75". Hope this helps
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My 2012 is 54.5" but mine is a FL much lighter on the pin.
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10-19-2017, 08:17 PM
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Full Time Camper
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Thanks...If I got those numbers it would be no problem...6.5 inches between the camper and the bed rails is perfect...
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Coatesville Pa.
2017 Ford F350 Lariat Power Stoke DW
2022 Alliance Avenue 32RLS
In God We Trust
A proud member of the one percent...Semper Fi
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10-19-2017, 09:55 PM
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Originally Posted by CruiserJoe
Mark said something about the new ford squatting 5 inches when loaded.
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That would make the headlights really high towing at night.
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2023 Rockwood 2445WS
Buster, miniature Dachshund
2024: 2 trips, 25 nights in 8 states, 4611 miles
2023: 9 trips, 48 nights in 12 states, 2 provinces, 8120 miles
2019: 7 trips, 43 nights in 6 states, 3904 miles
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10-20-2017, 09:46 AM
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Gone Traveling
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Originally Posted by DavisK
That would make the headlights really high towing at night.
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From what I've noticed driving at night is that Ford pickup headlights are aimed too high before loading anything, those you're cussing at to dim their lights is usually a Ford with the dims on.
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10-20-2017, 08:29 PM
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Originally Posted by travelin texans
From what I've noticed driving at night is that Ford pickup headlights are aimed too high before loading anything, those you're cussing at to dim their lights is usually a Ford with the dims on.
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Maybe aiming them even higher might be a blessing, shining in the treetops.
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2013 Silverado 2500HD LTZ CC 6.6L Duramax Diesel
2023 Rockwood 2445WS
Buster, miniature Dachshund
2024: 2 trips, 25 nights in 8 states, 4611 miles
2023: 9 trips, 48 nights in 12 states, 2 provinces, 8120 miles
2019: 7 trips, 43 nights in 6 states, 3904 miles
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10-21-2017, 11:08 AM
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Location: DFW, TexUS
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yeah, they ARE adjustable 
especially if you put in cab adjustable bags on the back like I had - loved them !
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10-26-2017, 05:29 PM
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Full Time Camper
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Well folks finally pulled the trigger and bought the Ford F350 Lariat Power Stroke Dual Wheel pick-up...I have some other stuff to buy before I can hook up to the camper...So won't know how that will go for a little while yet...I just hope this truck is as good as my GMC...That GMC was a good old gal and gave me a great, and pretty care free ride for 10 years... 
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Rosie & Tommy
Coatesville Pa.
2017 Ford F350 Lariat Power Stoke DW
2022 Alliance Avenue 32RLS
In God We Trust
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10-26-2017, 05:57 PM
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Weekend Camper
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Location: Iowa
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Congrats on the new truck. Hope you like it as much as I do mine. My DRW has the 410 gear its a stump puller. I pull a 16k RW with a17ft boat hooked up to the RW, at 66mph I get 9.6mpg.
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10-26-2017, 07:01 PM
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Originally Posted by sleepyT
Well folks finally pulled the trigger and bought the Ford F350 Lariat Power Stroke Dual Wheel pick-up...I have some other stuff to buy before I can hook up to the camper...So won't know how that will go for a little while yet...I just hope this truck is as good as my GMC...That GMC was a good old gal and gave me a great, and pretty care free ride for 10 years... |
Congrats Tommy!  Sounds like quite a truck, but a dully? Sounds to me like maybe there might plans for a new 5th wheel in the future. 
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10-26-2017, 08:18 PM
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Very nice Tommy! You will like that truck, enjoy!
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2017 Grand Design 297RSTS Travel Trailer
2017 Ford F-350 Lariat Crew Cab diesel 6.7 SW LB 11,500 lb GVWR package
Former: Crossroads ST26RB
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10-26-2017, 09:34 PM
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Welcome to Ford Tommy, wish nothing but the best of luck for your new purchase.
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Lehighton, Pennsylvania
EAGLE HT FIFTH WHEEL | 30.5CKTS - '13 Ford F150 SCREW - PullRite Superslide - Roadmaster Active Suspension
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10-27-2017, 07:52 AM
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Full Time Camper
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No plans at this time for a new 5th wheel, but at least now if that happens I will have the truck to handle it...
Mark
This is not my first Ford...I have owned two in the past...
Steve & Leroy
And to all that posted thanks for your info and best wishes...
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Coatesville Pa.
2017 Ford F350 Lariat Power Stoke DW
2022 Alliance Avenue 32RLS
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10-28-2017, 10:21 AM
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Full Time Camper
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Congrats from TexUS as well...
if you like it HALF as much as I liked my two 6.7's, you will love it !!!
Excuse the squat on the grey one - first 5'er and hadn't put bags on it yet
(but I blamed the DW's shoe collection in the front closet for that !!! )
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10-28-2017, 01:09 PM
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Thanks, as I said earlier, if this truck is as good to me as my GMC was I will be more than happy...In reply to your comment about a shoe collection I have to say, you have quite the collection of recreational vehicles there... 
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Coatesville Pa.
2017 Ford F350 Lariat Power Stoke DW
2022 Alliance Avenue 32RLS
In God We Trust
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10-28-2017, 01:32 PM
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Hey Tommy, we need a pic. of the new veehickell.
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Lehighton, Pennsylvania
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10-28-2017, 04:12 PM
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Full Time Camper
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Thanks, and it's missing a few but when your first one was in the late 70's......
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10-29-2017, 09:57 AM
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Seasonal Camper
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Quote:
Originally Posted by travelin texans
From what I've noticed driving at night is that Ford pickup headlights are aimed too high before loading anything, those you're cussing at to dim their lights is usually a Ford with the dims on.
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When I first got my F350 I thought the headlights were high. Is this typical? I don't even think they hit the road.
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10-29-2017, 10:07 AM
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Full Time Camper
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Location: Pennsylvania
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Originally Posted by mark5w
Hey Tommy, we need a pic. of the new veehickell.
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You of all people should know that I am technically challenged, all the links and the logo that is on the "NorthEast Crossroads Rally" lead post is there because you put them on there for me...Besides I am tooooo busy reading the manual for all the stuff on this truck that I have no idea how to access or work...So with that being said I will send you some pictures in a cell phone message because I do know how to do that...
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Coatesville Pa.
2017 Ford F350 Lariat Power Stoke DW
2022 Alliance Avenue 32RLS
In God We Trust
A proud member of the one percent...Semper Fi
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10-29-2017, 12:26 PM
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Site Team
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Sounds good Tommy. Look forward to seeing them.
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Lehighton, Pennsylvania
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10-29-2017, 12:33 PM
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Gone Traveling
Join Date: Feb 2016
Location: Texas
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Quote:
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When I first got my F350 I thought the headlights were high. Is this typical? I don't even think they hit the road.
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If you'll notice while travelling that most Ford pickups regardless of rv size/weight are/look squatted, those that look level most likely have air bags or some other suspension mods to prevent the squat. Therefore between the headlights aimed too high to begin with & the rv squat now the headlights are best suited for squirrel hunting or shining in other drivers eyes.
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