Just ordered this.

[Davexxxx]

Fair enough, that's true from a legal/scale perspective. And adding weight in wheels has a small effect on power which is why it's in that payload calculation. But the PB has so much power, from a practical standpoint, you're not really going to notice except in MPG change over a long time.

From a real-life towing/physics perspective, you should worry much more about sprung weight in the bed and on the hitch. If I'm pushing up close to the max payload, a set of well-built wheels, heavy LT tires or all-terrains is going to make the truck safer. Less true if that same weight is in the bed or on the hitch.

I won't argue that certain add ons can't be worth their weight re handling loads but as I've seen some order their dream trucks, only to find out too late, that the 80 grand they just spent, won't (legally) do what they need it to do, I don't want to be one of those guys.

And "legally" does matter, if in a serious accident, while "illegally" overloaded. Don't want to be that guy either.

So, work to maximize available payload within reason on the truck order and make decisions on what next, later.

For the record, the 4x4 comes with AT tires so, we'll see.

I hear good things about Sumo Springs. Anyone tried them?

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[Davexxxx]

Got my window sticker yesterday.

The Ford tracker pg. still hangs up for me but the one on this site worked, at least enough to view the sticker.

Blend date is 5/4, transportation by truck.

 

[Buyer2021]

Got my window sticker yesterday.
...
Blend date is 5/4, transportation by truck.

Congrats!

 

[Davexxxx]

Congrats!

Thanks. Really looking forward to it.
Wish there was a way to confirm the payload.

If it comes in as I expect, to be in the 1650 range, that will make all the previous study worth it.

 

[dmac]

https://shop.ford.com/configure/f150/config/paint/Config[|Ford|F-150 F-150|2023|1|1.|501A.W1E..PYZ...89S.SS5.CCAB.AWD.99D.50N.477.779.U34.]

Ordered it from Granger.

No one local would come close to touching their price.

I'm expecting (hoping?) this build yields a payload of 1650 ish, (Thanks EricR) as it's whole purpose is to pull and occasionally power, this.

https://forestriverinc.com/rvs/travel-trailers/surveyor-legend/252RBLE/4853

I think it should be a near perfect match.

My truck is way too old for Ford pass. How long before I can get signed up for that and get verification of scheduling, payload etc.?

Fyi this was the Powerboost I got rid of. Had 1665lbs payload on the sticker. I think you're good.

 

[Buyer2021]

Thanks. Really looking forward to it.
Wish there was a way to confirm the payload.

If it comes in as I expect, to be in the 1650 range, that will make all the previous study worth it.

I know the 'anxious about payload' feeling ..... I did lots of study hoping to at least match the 1730# of my 2005 XLT which had proven to be just fine for my 5th wheel RV rig.

Chip @ Granger texted me a pic of the payload sticker the morning after they got it, I was thrilled to see 1848# on the new Lariat with many more (but carefully selected) features including the 36 gallon tank and full-powered tailgate.

Our trucks are quite different, but I hope your expectations, not just payload but all of them, are exceeded, too.

One thing for sure, you're enjoying the Granger experience which is just stellar all the way around. Now almost a year after pickup I'm still loving everything about mine, not only the best dealer / buying experience in my 70 years but the best truck I've ever owned.

 

[Samson16]

I know the 'anxious about payload' feeling ..... I did lots of study hoping to at least match the 1730# of my 2005 XLT which had proven to be just fine for my 5th wheel RV rig.

Chip @ Granger texted me a pic of the payload sticker the morning after they got it, I was thrilled to see 1848# on the new Lariat with many more (but carefully selected) features including the 36 gallon tank and full-powered tailgate.

Our trucks are quite different, but I hope your expectations, not just payload but all of them, are exceeded, too.

One thing for sure, you're enjoying the Granger experience which is just stellar all the way around. Now almost a year after pickup I'm still loving everything about mine, not only the best dealer / buying experience in my 70 years but the best truck I've ever owned.

My GVWR is #300 more than yours at #7350, but my payload is #224 less than yours at #1624. That clearly points out a difference between the EB and PB right there. Choices we make. Both great trucks imo

 

[Davexxxx]

Just got my payload numbers per the towing calculator on the, my vehicle dashboard.

This truck,

Yields this payload.

"Max Payload 1,658 lbs"

I can work with that. Plenty of capacity for a rollup tanneau, bed mat, floor mats, mud flaps and running boards (if needed), WDH, basic tools and still have plenty of room for expected tongue weight.

Thanks for everyone who helped with their inputs.

 

[Samson16]

Did they delete your trailer brake controller?

I also wondered what this was:
The CHMSL Camera Removal is the camera by the third brake light that aims towards the cargo area/bed of the truck. Ford has been deleting features due to the chip shortages and many of these deletes cannot be added on after the truck is built, which is obviously not ideal and pretty poor on Ford's side.Feb 7, 2023

Ouch!

 

[Samson16]

I don't have nav or adaptive cruise control. Gnaws at me that my $40,000 Subaru Outback Touring XT has that and more. Napa leather seats. Heated and cooled front seats. Heated, reclining rear seats. Heated steering wheel etc.

 

[Davexxxx]

Did they delete your trailer brake controller?

I also wondered what this was:
The CHMSL Camera Removal is the camera by the third brake light that aims towards the cargo area/bed of the truck. Ford has been deleting features due to the chip shortages and many of these deletes cannot be added on after the truck is built, which is obviously not ideal and pretty poor on Ford's side.Feb 7, 2023

Ouch!

I knew about the bed camera. Not that worried about it. I use a tonneau. I haven't heard of anyone mentioning a brake controller delete but if they've removed it, that will not make me happy.

 

[Samson16]

I knew about the bed camera. Not that worried about it. I use a tonneau. I haven't heard of anyone mentioning a brake controller delete but if they've removed it, that will not make me happy.

Gotcha it’s hard to decipher sometimes

 

[Samson16]

For me anyway

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