Is carrying around 950 lbs going to have any adverse effects

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Old 10-11-2021, 10:36 PM
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Is carrying around 950 lbs going to have any adverse effects

I'm carrying a slip tank for work so at the end of the day I'm carrying around an extra 950 lbs (give or take)
Is there any adverse effects to carrying this extra weight for a long period of time? Should I add something to the rear end (add a leaf or air bags etc)
I was thinking of getting airbags with a compressor so I could adjust it between empty and loaded but if it's not necessary I won't waste the cash
 
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Truck details, please?
 
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Old 10-11-2021, 11:24 PM
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Truck details, please?
2015 f150
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Crew cab short bus I mean box (145 wheelbase I think)
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Most importantly the color is bronze fire
 
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Old 10-11-2021, 11:48 PM
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What is the max payload rating on the door jamb sticker? How much stuff (approximate weight) are you carrying in the truck and bed other than the tank and your body? Are you towing anything?
 
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overall, no detrimental effects. But extra weight will hurt brake performance, brake pad life, hurt fuel economy, handling, etc etc
 



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