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Trailer hitch receiver for F-250
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10/27/19 01:44 AM
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Minner Bucket
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What size drop for a bass boat? 5โ enough?
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Re: Trailer hitch receiver for F-250
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10/27/19 02:42 AM
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grout-scout
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Prob depends on the year, I have a 4โ drop on my 2012 F350. The newer 250โs look taller than my truck, I would think 5โ should work.
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Re: Trailer hitch receiver for F-250
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10/28/19 12:31 AM
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New one, I think a 5โ will work and will get one this week, thanks Mike!
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Re: Trailer hitch receiver for F-250
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10/28/19 01:26 AM
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DanD14
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I went with 6โ for my โ19 F250 fx4 and 21โ bay boat. Had a 4โ on my F150, but after towing with it, I didnโt like the bow being so high, and I needed more weight on the tongue.
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Re: Trailer hitch receiver for F-250
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10/28/19 02:34 AM
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grout-scout
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I looked at some f250 & 350s today at the dealership in Three Rivers, I sure do like the looks of them. But the price . When the new gas motor comes out, Iโm going to do some serious thinking, my diesel has always gotten horrendous mpg. By looking at them Iโd think 5โ or 6โ would be right. Did you get rid of your 1/2 ton or is your wife going to drive it? What color is your f250? 6.7L or 6.2L?
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Re: Trailer hitch receiver for F-250
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10/30/19 01:40 AM
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Slow Drifter
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Single or dual axle trailer?
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Re: Trailer hitch receiver for F-250
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10/30/19 11:49 PM
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DanD14
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Did you get rid of your 1/2 ton or is your wife going to drive it? What color is your f250? 6.7L or 6.2L? [/quote]
Traded the F150 as it was inadequate for towing our travel trailer. White. 6.7, since itโs a proven engine, although I seriously considered waiting for the new gas V8.
Last edited by DanD14; 10/30/19 11:50 PM. Reason: Omission
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Re: Trailer hitch receiver for F-250
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10/31/19 12:56 AM
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Measure trailer wheel height from hub to ground. Thatโs where you want the you the tongue. Measure your receiver height and then figure how much drop you need. Add extra drop to compensate for ball height.
Cast I have a short attention spa
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Re: Trailer hitch receiver for F-250
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10/31/19 01:40 AM
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grout-scout
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Did you get rid of your 1/2 ton or is your wife going to drive it? What color is your f250? 6.7L or 6.2L? Traded the F150 as it was inadequate for towing our travel trailer. White. 6.7, since itโs a proven engine, although I seriously considered waiting for the new gas V8. [/quote] Nice! My 6.7 is on 91k and has only had 1 shop day and that was for a sensor replaced under warranty. Really good trucks. My buddy Minner Bucket, just bought a 6.7 also. You guys are making me envious.
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Re: Trailer hitch receiver for F-250
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11/01/19 12:59 PM
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I got the 5" which was a little difficult to find here in San Antonio and hooked up the boat, boat seems to still be a little high, smh! Now where to find a 6"? I really don't want an adjustable hitch, just a one piece.
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Re: Trailer hitch receiver for F-250
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11/01/19 03:57 PM
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Ordered a 6" through E-trailer, seems 2 1/2" receivers are difficult to find.
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Re: Trailer hitch receiver for F-250
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11/01/19 06:29 PM
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Big_Country01
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Ive seen 6" Drop 2.5"s in at TSC before, but it is hit and miss. They dont always have them.
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Re: Trailer hitch receiver for F-250
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11/02/19 11:43 PM
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SkeeterHunter
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try the B&W tow and stow and have yourself some adjustment to play with.
2019 Skeeter ZX250
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Re: Trailer hitch receiver for F-250
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11/04/19 02:46 AM
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grout-scout
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Ive seen 6" Drop 2.5"s in at TSC before, but it is hit and miss. They dont always have them. Yep, Tractor Supply or Northern Tool. Prob smart to have ordered it instead of driving around until you found one.
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Re: Trailer hitch receiver for F-250
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#13338549
11/11/19 01:59 PM
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I have a 4 inch lift, Level though. Imagine a stock truck with the rake it has would be the same. I use a 4" drop on my F250. Think it depends on the boat as to what is the right height.
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