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03-02-2015, 10:20 AM
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Ford F250 pulling the Raptor 415 sitting really low
Just hooked up my 415 to my truck and it sat really low when we took it to Ohio. Anyone have any tricks to make the 2013 f250 tow better?
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03-02-2015, 10:31 AM
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Outside of unscrewing the radiator cap and sliding an F350-F450 dually under it I got nothing.. 
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03-02-2015, 10:32 AM
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YA I can believe that, CONGRATS I think you now have the record in my eyes. 2500 linked up to a Raptor 415. Solution: attach a 3500 Dually to it. Your TV Raptor combination is way out of align.
By The way Welcome to The Forum From Western PA.
Recommend you read some posts describing weight calculations of TV and trailers. Use the search feature on the forum try payload, GVWR, Towing
Be Safe and Happy Camping
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03-02-2015, 10:39 AM
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I'm thinkng I'll just put the firestone air bags on.
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03-02-2015, 10:44 AM
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Originally Posted by Raptor415ts
I'm thinkng I'll just put the firestone air bags on.
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Adding air bags might level out the two units but will do nothing to increase the towing capacity. If it were me, I'd have a real close look at whether or not your 250 is capable of safely towing that "beast". It will tow it but are you overloaded? My guess, without seeing any numbers of either unit, is that you are.
I think Javi's suggestion is spot on!
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03-02-2015, 10:54 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Festus2
Adding air bags might level out the two units but will do nothing to increase the towing capacity. If it were me, I'd have a real close look at whether or not your 250 is capable of safely towing that "beast". It will tow it but are you overloaded? My guess, without seeing any numbers of either unit, is that you are.
I think Javi's suggestion is spot on!
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I am 19,000 loaded in the trailer and my hitch is 4,000lbs pin weight empty
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03-02-2015, 11:07 AM
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Daaaaammmnn..... You really have a 250?
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03-02-2015, 11:13 AM
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This rig is amazing!!!!
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03-02-2015, 11:19 AM
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Please tell us the specs/about your truck
I grabbed some chairs and a ice chest.... ready...
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03-02-2015, 11:25 AM
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Quote:
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Please tell us the specs/about your truck
I grabbed some chairs and a ice chest.... ready...
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2012 crew cab w/ 6" lift. book says my payload is 2,320 lbs
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03-02-2015, 11:31 AM
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gas,diesel,2x4,4x4? Nice trailer for sure... you have any pics of your set up?
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03-02-2015, 11:34 AM
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Quote:
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gas,diesel,2x4,4x4? Nice trailer for sure... you have any pics of your set up?
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oh, sorry. Deisel 4x4 short box
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03-02-2015, 11:35 AM
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Quote:
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2012 crew cab w/ 6" lift. book says my payload is 2,320 lbs
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Using your numbers:
TV payload capacity 2320 lbs
19K load at 22% approximate Raptor pin weight 4180 lbs
Do you see any problems 
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03-02-2015, 11:37 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by PARAPTOR
Using your numbers:
TV payload capacity 2320 lbs
19K load at 22% approximate Raptor pin weight 4180 lbs
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Not with air bags, no I don't
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03-02-2015, 11:40 AM
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Not with air bags, no I don't
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As I previously stated ...installing air bags will do absolutely nothing to increase you towing capacity or payload. The air bags may smooth out the ride or help make the two units sit more level ---- that is it.
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03-02-2015, 11:41 AM
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Are we on Candid Camera....
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03-02-2015, 11:48 AM
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Are we on Candid Camera....
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YES, Do you still have your adult drink
This is a follow up commercial for the TOYOTA pulling the Challenger "I CAN PULL THAT" 
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03-02-2015, 11:57 AM
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F-250 CC SRW 4WD 6.7L V-8 TD ..... 15,200
PARAPTOR.... while your up, grab me another one
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03-02-2015, 11:57 AM
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or "Hold my beer" haha
I see 250's / 2500 everywhere pulling big toy hauler and RV's. It can do it. Why is this a hot button for you folks?
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03-02-2015, 12:11 PM
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You can do it... well, you are. but man.. that is a lot of weight. I am surprised your front wheels aren't off the ground. I think you said 19K loaded? What part of this wonderful USA are you from?
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