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timmac
Sep 08, 2020Explorer
What year is the Explorer, does the 4 wheel tranfer case have neutral, if so you would be better off flat towing.
You will need to add a new class 3 hitch with 5000 lb rating and have the rear frame extension beefed up by a welder, the biggest weak spot is the added rear frame extension from Fleetwood.
A 4 wheel car hauler trailer will add about 2000 pounds, you cant do that even with a bigger hitch, you could do a tow dolly..
Or buy a smaller SUV or car that can be flat towed that weights under 4000 pounds..
You will need to add a new class 3 hitch with 5000 lb rating and have the rear frame extension beefed up by a welder, the biggest weak spot is the added rear frame extension from Fleetwood.
A 4 wheel car hauler trailer will add about 2000 pounds, you cant do that even with a bigger hitch, you could do a tow dolly..
Or buy a smaller SUV or car that can be flat towed that weights under 4000 pounds..
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