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Forum: On The Road... 03-20-2019, 12:54 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 11,224
Posted By Snerf
May be I can help add some perspective. Wife...

May be I can help add some perspective.

Wife owned RX330 for 10 years. gave it to my mom. Flawless perfection still.

Weve had a Sienna for 11 years. Son is taking it when he returns from...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-18-2019, 04:45 AM
Replies: 112
Views: 13,924
Posted By Snerf
A lot of loaded XLT 4x4 Screw I've personally...

A lot of loaded XLT 4x4 Screw I've personally seen are around 1600-1800 lbs. Your report is good news about the 6.5 Scab. I've found a few actual MT configs online, but I need to call and see if a...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-17-2019, 11:56 AM
Replies: 112
Views: 13,924
Posted By Snerf
I should add that both std and max tow F150 tires...

I should add that both std and max tow F150 tires are 245/70R17 all season. Max tow rear is 3.55.

$1,500 STX Sport option is 275/55R20 all season.

$1,500 max payload (requires 8' box) are LT...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-17-2019, 11:01 AM
Replies: 112
Views: 13,924
Posted By Snerf
Andy, thanx for the input. Being one never to...

Andy, thanx for the input. Being one never to miss a chance pestering an expert (I've read your papers and watched a few videos), let me ask you this question:

Assume a completely blank slate....
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-17-2019, 03:46 AM
Replies: 112
Views: 13,924
Posted By Snerf
Andy, I assume you like 20" for sidewall...

Andy, I assume you like 20" for sidewall rigidity. You can get these as regular all terrain on the 2019 F150 Sport model.

What about 18" LT offered on F150 with payload option? In comparison max...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 03-12-2019, 02:46 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 19,457
Posted By Snerf
Like Rome, all roads lead back to Randy. :D ...

Like Rome, all roads lead back to Randy. :D

When I replaced my old Parallax single stage 7 years ago, everybody suggested I "talk to Randy". Well I did, and he set me up with a PD4645 that...
Forum: Our Community 03-11-2019, 05:01 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,166
Posted By Snerf
Feel free to think of it as complementary to...

Feel free to think of it as complementary to Gypsy's general cautionary observation above:

And that my friends, is the problem with RAM and Toyota 1/2T...if your not careful! Many posts here about...
Forum: Our Community 03-11-2019, 04:37 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,166
Posted By Snerf
Payload comparisons

For your perusal, a couple of actual payload rating stickers (found in the driver's side door jamb).

1. F150 3.3l 4x2
2. F150 3.5 eb 4x4 + payload/max tow
3. F150 3.5 eb 4x2
4. F250 6.2 gas
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 03-10-2019, 10:22 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 19,457
Posted By Snerf
Very nice. Is this your 24' or 34'? Where are...

Very nice. Is this your 24' or 34'? Where are these located? Do you have a diagram available? Did you go with AM or DIY?

Again, looks top notch.
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 03-09-2019, 10:32 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 19,457
Posted By Snerf
Single stage is 80-90s technology. I didn't even...

Single stage is 80-90s technology. I didn't even know they were still available, much less installed on brand new AS up till last year. THOR strikes again? No wonder people were immediately swapping...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 03-08-2019, 04:05 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 19,457
Posted By Snerf
Hey, what's the story with people swapping out...

Hey, what's the story with people swapping out stock converters that come with 201x AS for PD? I have a 90s Lazy Daze class C*, and Randy helped me out 6 years ago upgrading the very old single stage...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-03-2019, 08:58 AM
Replies: 185
Views: 45,443
Posted By Snerf
F250 specs

I wonder if some of the stability issues have to due with reduced payload capacities? If more features and accessories are being added to traditional chassis, is it fair to compare modern trucks to...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 03-02-2019, 06:57 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,111
Posted By Snerf
Cat

Speaking of scaling, how often do you guys & gals weigh your rig?

Take rig fully loaded, dial in WD, get the readings, and stick with that? Or experiment on load (eg water tank semi full vs empty)...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-01-2019, 05:14 PM
Replies: 185
Views: 45,443
Posted By Snerf
Sway

I spent a lot of time reading and listening to what Andy Thompson at Can Am has to say about towing; both in general and specific to AS. After I finally understood the point(s) he was attempting to...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 02-28-2019, 03:51 PM
Replies: 278
Views: 36,485
Posted By Snerf
Well, at the risk of derailing the thread, that's...

Well, at the risk of derailing the thread, that's what the Dexter disk brake and Tuson brake controller are all about. Of course, it's another $2k; so add that on top of the $8k premium the F150 3.5...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 02-27-2019, 09:38 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 12,141
Posted By Snerf
That was a nice explanation. However it can be...

That was a nice explanation. However it can be presented in even simpler terms.

There is an X, Y, and Z axis. Length and balance between 3-4 axles (WD) can be observed from the side view.
...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 02-27-2019, 04:11 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 12,141
Posted By Snerf
Force them to take it back as a deposit on a...

Force them to take it back as a deposit on a properly equipped F150 with the heavy duty payload package (HDPP) and max tow options:

HDPP $1,500
Max tow $1,195

If HDPP is not available on...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 02-27-2019, 04:04 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 12,141
Posted By Snerf
I posted this reply earlier on another somewhat...

I posted this reply earlier on another somewhat related thread:

https://www.airforums.com/forums/f238/time-for-a-new-tv-tundra-or-sierra-190333-20.html#post2214455

I guess my point was somewhat...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 02-27-2019, 02:37 PM
Replies: 278
Views: 36,485
Posted By Snerf
You're absolutely correct, of course. I guess my...

You're absolutely correct, of course. I guess my point was somewhat akin to the classic Patton line "... I read your book!" That is, once you figure out the player's game, it all makes perfect sense....
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 02-26-2019, 09:27 PM
Replies: 278
Views: 36,485
Posted By Snerf
Take a look at my attached handwritten notes that...

Take a look at my attached handwritten notes that summarize the different F series payload ratings. These are all taken off actual door jamb stickers. I went to a few different local dealers and...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 02-26-2019, 08:34 PM
Replies: 318
Views: 52,135
Posted By Snerf
The actual stickered payload number for the F350...

The actual stickered payload number for the F350 crew 8' box is from my neighbor's work truck. He's a tile & stone contractor - worked up the ranks so now just does client interface while riding herd...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 02-26-2019, 12:52 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 12,141
Posted By Snerf
If you go to 'next steps' and then search on...

If you go to 'next steps' and then search on inventory from the link above, you will see dealer prepped HDPP trucks are as rare as unicorns:
...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 02-26-2019, 12:15 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 12,141
Posted By Snerf
Yep, it took me a few days of research to finally...

Yep, it took me a few days of research to finally come to the dawning realization that the 25' is the cross over length. Anything shorter, and you can get away with a 1/2 ton like a F150, especially...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 02-26-2019, 11:03 AM
Replies: 318
Views: 52,135
Posted By Snerf
F250 Specs

Scott, the reason I would pick the 8' box for the XL Supercab is for both function and form. The longer WB will by its very nature tow better; albeit with reduced non-tow driveability. The rationale...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 02-25-2019, 11:59 PM
Replies: 318
Views: 52,135
Posted By Snerf
F250 Specs

Hey OP, great thread. Curious to see how you're enjoying your new ride so far. Liked seeing the payload number for the F250 Crew 6.2 4x4; I've added it to my notes.

Almost all the F250 trucks at...
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 02-25-2019, 05:13 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,120
Posted By Snerf
Gvwr

Switz, what are your thoughts regarding running a TT near/over the GVWR? The only information I could find on the 23' D lists GVWR @ 6,000 lbs with a base of 4,761 lbs. Do you think the CCC is...
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 02-25-2019, 04:13 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,120
Posted By Snerf
Love this kind of super detailed technical...

Love this kind of super detailed technical information. Print off and put in my notes binder. Thanx again. :)
Forum: Tow Vehicles 02-25-2019, 09:50 AM
Replies: 185
Views: 45,443
Posted By Snerf
Wolf, I posted a photo of some notes I took for...

Wolf, I posted a photo of some notes I took for the F series payload ratings on this thread:

https://www.airforums.com/forums/f463/2019-2020-truck-wars-here-we-go-192280-6.html#post2213580
Forum: Tow Vehicles 02-25-2019, 09:46 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 14,636
Posted By Snerf
F series payload ratings

That's pretty much it. I took a photo of my notes on the various F series payload capacity ratings, as well as some quick calcs comparing the F150 HDPP with a generic F250 gasser for purposes of...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 02-25-2019, 09:37 AM
Replies: 185
Views: 45,443
Posted By Snerf
That is excellent information and really shows...

That is excellent information and really shows the process of dialing in a rig with actual CAT readings. Wolfwhistle had a very good post as well discussing exactly the physics at play.

The quick...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 02-24-2019, 05:09 PM
Replies: 185
Views: 45,443
Posted By Snerf
Yeah, those factory options are already reflected...

Yeah, those factory options are already reflected in the official payload warning sticker. A lot of people don't realize that the load value for each and every vehicle made, including various options...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 02-24-2019, 04:51 PM
Replies: 185
Views: 45,443
Posted By Snerf
Is it 4x2 or 4x4? Here's the payload capacity...

Is it 4x2 or 4x4? Here's the payload capacity sticker for a 2019 XLT F350 4x4, 6.7L diesel, Supercrew 6.75" box, 160" wheel base.

The second photo is from a 2017 XLT F350 4x2 6.2L gas, Supercrew...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 02-24-2019, 04:44 PM
Replies: 185
Views: 45,443
Posted By Snerf
Do you have F250 4x2 6.2 gas or 4x4 6.7 diesel? I...

Do you have F250 4x2 6.2 gas or 4x4 6.7 diesel? I posted the payload capacity sticker above for the F250 XL 4x2 6.2 gas Super cab, 8' box, 164" wheel base.

Here's a photo of the payload sticker...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 02-24-2019, 04:36 PM
Replies: 185
Views: 45,443
Posted By Snerf
F250 4x4 6.7L Powerstroke

Oh, I was just trying to be almost ridiculous in overstating weight. Typically, most people are surprised by how close (or over) they are to GAWR & GVRW. Rather than play around on the margins, for...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 02-24-2019, 11:13 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 14,636
Posted By Snerf
Doing the math

Using the maximum payload capacity ratings above, we can do a quick back-of-the-envelope calculations regarding trailer weights.

Being very conservative, let's assume 1,000 lbs for passengers,...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 02-24-2019, 10:52 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 14,636
Posted By Snerf
F150 vs F250

For those that like the math, here are some photos of actual 2019 payload capacity ratings.

The first is for the F150 XLT Screw 4x2 6.5' box 3.5L eco boost 10 spd 157" wb.

The second is for the...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 02-24-2019, 10:22 AM
Replies: 185
Views: 45,443
Posted By Snerf
Can you take a photo of the maximum payload...

Can you take a photo of the maximum payload capacity sticker located in the driver side door jamb? Here's one for the 2019 F-250 6.2L gasoline 4x2. Using a basic trucker's rule-of-thumb, the math...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 02-23-2019, 05:46 AM
Replies: 4,638
Views: 1,111,513
Posted By Snerf
23D Rear bed mod

Boom! There it is - I knew the mod had to exist. It's such an obvious way to increase both physical and visual space. A very old trick on boats - and some RVs. That is a really beautiful rig BTW.
...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 02-23-2019, 05:29 AM
Replies: 4,638
Views: 1,111,513
Posted By Snerf
23' D Bed modification

Thanks for the quick follow up. Yes, the LD is a labor of love. It and AS seem to be the two RVs that have the highest cult following and greatest brand recognition among experienced travelers.

A...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 02-22-2019, 06:41 PM
Replies: 4,638
Views: 1,111,513
Posted By Snerf
Modifying 23' D rear bed

Wow, 220 pages to read through. Perhaps I can ask a very specific question first, and maybe someone can direct me to the page(s) if it's already been answered.

First, some background: my wife & I...
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