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Re: towing heavy with a one-ton van
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and has a ten foot beam.
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It varies from state to state, but in Florida 108" is max width for trailers without needing oversize permit.Towing and Hauling Forum may have more input on that aspect of it. If you do this with a van be sure it has a 4.10 rear.With the van full of family, coolers and gear you will likely be at or over the GCVWR(Gross combined Vehicle Weight rating).Your Tow capacity is the lesser of the Max rating or GCVWR-GVWR for the Van loaded which usually ends up being a number less than the max tow rating.
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Is the 10,000# tow limit on E-350's a firm limit or a reccomendation?
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This would depend on how good your lawyer is at explaining why you thought it would be safe to exceed the manufacturers recommendations.
Towing overweight is always a potential liability. You would need to determine your risk tolerance for that.
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While I love diesels, I don't need one, and unfortunately, after much deliberation its a hobby I currently cannot afford.......... Gone but not forgotten:
1999.5 F250 CC SB XLT 4WD, 7.3 PSD, First F,2nd Diesel, nice but still liked the van better.
2003 E-350 Super Duty Chateau (Club Wagon)7.3PSD, 3rd Clubwagon,First diesel, Never should have sold it....
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