How much Ice you Need for and F150?

[Ears]

How much ice would you feel safe to drive and F-150 on the lake? I am reading some sites and most say about 12". What are your thoughts?

[Ed Carlson]

4" of new clear ice is the minimum thickness for travel on foot

5" is minimum for snowmobiles and ATVs

8"- 12" for cars or small trucks

(Remember that these thicknesses are merely guidelines for new, clear, solid ice. Many factors other than thickness can cause ice to be unsafe.)

[beer batter]

I usually start driving my F150 out at 14 inches. I've been on 12 and was a bit wary.

[Mankato-Ice-Man]

My F-150 stays on solid ground until there is 14-16 inches of ice. I'm sure its fine for less then that, but I like my truck more then I like avoding excersise (but its close tho'!)