2000 E350SD Cargo PSD Tow ratings - Diesel Forum

amolaver · 06-06-2007, 10:24 AM

I've got a totally stock E350SD cargo - no seats except driver/passenger, no carpet/headliner, etc. I was pulling an 18' open trailer that loaded weighed less than 5K - no problems there. I've upgraded to a 32' enclosed tri-axle. Empty weight is ~6500lbs (PO's statement, it has not been on a scale). I expect that loaded, it will be ~9500 lbs, assuming PO is correct. With the open trailer, I was storing stuff inside the van, but with the enclosed, I expect I'll have almost nothing in the van. Of course I have load range E on all 4 corners (and the trailer as matter of fact).

I'd like to load the trailer up and take it to the scales to see how it loads out. What numbers should I shoot for? I know its bad, but I don't know what rear axle ratio I have. While the GVWR for the trailer is 15K, I know I can't go over 10K with the Ford hitch. I'm using a Reese trunnion WD setup, but haven't added any sway control yet. I'll probably do the dual cam, but I haven't had it on the highway yet to see how she feels without it.

I think what I'm looking for is GVWR, GCWR, and rear GAWR - I thought I had a pdf with that info, but I can't find it. Any target numbers to shoot for would be helpful. Thanks!

ahm

toalpi · 06-06-2007, 10:43 AM

What does the door/pillar sticker say under axle code? The sticker will show the GVWR and the FAWR and the RAWR. Is this a regular body (RB) or an extended body (EB)?

amolaver · 06-06-2007, 10:45 AM

unfortunately, i'm away from home right now and can't check. i'll post it tomorrow afternoon when i get home. thanks!

ahm

amolaver · 06-06-2007, 10:45 AM

would you mind posting the different possibilities and how they play out with the tow ratings?

ahm

amolaver · 06-06-2007, 10:48 AM

and just to broaden this topic a little... now that i'm pulling a big'un, i'm considering adding guages - specifically EGT and trans temp. i'd prefer not to use an a-pillar pod, but will if that's the easiest way of mounting them. does anyone sell a package of gauges and mounting stuff for the van?

amolaver · 06-06-2007, 03:07 PM

missed the question earlier. don't know if its a RB or EB - its got the two doors on the side (not a slider) just like the rear doors. I didn't realize the GAWR was on the door sticker as well. Thanks!

ahm

MADVAN · 06-06-2007, 03:27 PM

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don't know if its a RB or EB - its got the two doors on the side (not a slider) just like the rear doors.

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Is this a regular body (RB) or an extended body (EB)?

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Answered [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif[/img]
Rear of van is longer past the axle [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif[/img]
(EB) pict link
http://photos.thedieselstop.com/show...amp;thecat=998

Bill

amolaver · 06-06-2007, 03:46 PM

Hopefully, this pic will help answer EB or RB...

http://www.awesome-oracing.com/images/encltrailer.jpg

[image]http://www.awesome-oracing.com/images/encltrailer.jpg[/image]

Comparing it to MadVan's, I'd guess its a RB.

ahm

MADVAN · 06-06-2007, 03:54 PM

Yup!
RB has a higher tow cap then EB. But not by much.
4.10 or 3.55 make a change in cap

Bill

AL_Fishing · 06-06-2007, 03:55 PM

Off Topic;

Bill,

What brand are the security locks on your van Doors?

Thanks, AL

MADVAN · 06-06-2007, 04:05 PM

AL
Tufloc
Canton Ohio
Here is a link.
http://www.esmet.com/

Bill

amolaver · 06-06-2007, 04:50 PM

Could someone post the possible different axle codes and what ratio they represent? Thanks!

ahm

carringb · 06-06-2007, 05:19 PM

4.10s = 20,000 GCWR, so minus your empty van, you can tow just about 14,000

3.55 = 16,000 GCWR ~ 10,000 pounds

I bought my 14k hitch from Hidden Hitch. I tow a 14,000# weekend Warrior (extra long FSW - 41'). My van is an extended moddel, adn it handles the trailer very well. I'm actually over the factory GCWR since I tow that much with a passengers and gear on the roof. My running weight is actually 24,000 combined.

MADVAN · 06-06-2007, 06:46 PM

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Could someone post the possible different axle codes and what ratio they represent? Thanks!

ahm

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ahm
Post your code in driver side door.
I might be able to pull it up.

Bill

AL_Fishing · 06-06-2007, 07:06 PM

Bill,

Thanks for the locks info, I want to install them on my van.

Did you buy the units that are smaller on one side , and does that part bolt to the door side?

Do they have medeco keys?

I like these units much more than those huge disc lock type.

They definatly tell crooks to try another vehicle.