TV part 3 the Saga Continues

[urnmor]

I was ready to pull the trigger today on a Ford 250 diesel. I had driven it, liked it especially the interior, however, I promised to show my wife before I bought. She also liked the interior and how it road but it is to high for her.

She has bad knees and found it extremely difficult to get in and out of the passenger seat without grimacing. She is not tall and the floor even with the step is almost 18 inches off the ground. So it appears to be a no go unless the team has some viable suggestions. I already mentioned a small step ladder but lets just say a lead ballon will fly higher then that idea.

So just wondering what you all do especially seniors like us.

Should I look at GMC

Thanks

John

[vswingfield]

OK, since you start a new thread rather than continue your old ones, I'm relying on memory instead of checking out what you are shopping for. As I recall, you are looking at 4WD trucks, right?

Maybe you should consider 2WD ones. They typically aren't as high off the ground.

If I'm wrong about that, never mind.

Of course you could also consider aftermarket running boards to provide a step.

[purman]

My neighbor had the same problem, He went with a one ton GMC as he has a fifth wheel.. It is lower to get into..

[urnmor]

By thanks to both of you.

We will look at the GMC to see if they are lower. I do want four wheel drive but will also look at the supercap in 2 wheel.

I did look at some aftermarket steps however they did not look like they would work.

Again thanks

John

[RLS]

Would something like this help?

Running Boards, Power Running Boards & Electric Running Boards for Trucks

[Road Ruler]

Originally Posted by urnmor

She also liked the interior and how it road but it is to high for her.
She has bad knees and found it extremely difficult to get in and out of the passenger seat without grimacing.

Your not the 1st to come across this problem with "sitting high" vehicles. We find our Mini Van the perfect height for entering and exiting. Our car ( main vehicle and TV) takes a bit more effort getting out, but not so much getting in, because it sits low. The 2WD pickup may be a good height for your wife. There may be other options too. Got to keep those girls happy.

[urnmor]

After looking at the pros and cons of the F 250 diesel and the F150 ecobooster I will go with the 150. I am looking at the lariet F150 4X4 with the ecobooster with the 3.73 limited slip axle along with both the HD payload and max tow package

[pappy19]

There you have a great setup in the F-150, but I would urge you also look at the 5.0 V-8 along with the Ecoboost.

Pap

[SteveH]

I also looked at an F250 Diesel, four wheel drive, and noticed the added height over my GMC of simular specs. I also noticed the smaller seat in the Ford, but other than those objections, it was a nice truck. With my back in the condition it's in, the seat is a show stopper for me.

[slowmover]

With my back in the condition it's in, the seat is a show stopper for me

There is the aftermarket: ROHO, Oregon Aero and maybe some others to help with posture, pressure points, etc.

[war eagle]

2013 Ram 1500 can be equipped with an air suspension that allows the truck to reduce its height by 2 inches for easier entry/exit to/from the cab as well as easier loading of the bed area - details available on their website.

Best wishes on your search!

Steve

[SteveH]

Originally Posted by REDNAX

There is the aftermarket: ROHO, Oregon Aero and maybe some others to help with posture, pressure points, etc.

I have no problems what so ever with my GMC's seat. I can drive it all day long in comfort, but a Ford truck kills me if I drive it around the block.

So, why would I go aftermarket when my GMC seat is good?

[Denis4x4]

Traded a 2012 Silverado 4x4 crewcab 2500 HD with 3400 miles on a '13 Grand Cherokee with 7200 towing capacity simply because it was easier to get in and out!

[TouringDan]

Denis

New solutions have new problems. Your Jeep GC may allow for easy entry and exit and may have a 7200 lb towing capacity, but how about the GVWR spec and the rear axle spec. My 08 Tundra has over a 10,000 lb trailer towing spec, but after I hookup my 66 Tradewind that weighs 4,700 lbs and load my TV with 2 adults, dog, full gas, full water, full propane, bed cap, generator, bicycle, tools, camping stuff and hitch, I am slightly over the GVWR of 6,900 lbs (1,680 payload) and only 300 lbs under the rear axle rating (4,100 lbs)

Dan

[Denis4x4]

Safari 25 tips the scale at 6240# with propane, water, clothing and food. Torque is rated at 390 ft lbs. The hemi with a six speed is rated at 360 HP. Going to 4x4 drops the tow rating from 7400 to 7200 pounds. Also opted for the off road suspension package. There's a grand Cherokee site with info that gives me plenty of confidence that it will do the job.

Fortunately, we only take our iPads, iPhones and adult beverages...no bikes or camping gear. Different strokes for different folks.

[slowmover]

Yup, that GC will be able to handle 650-lbs of TW as it is distributed on the two axles (given .135 TW on 6240-lbs), and back to the TT axles per a 75/25 split. As always, the scale is our friend!!