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VA_Camper1
Explorer
Feb 14, 2019

F150 with a new Travel Trailer

I have a 2006 Ford F150 FX4 Supercrew with the following specs.

5.4L V8 Engine
3.73 gearing
139" wheel base
5509 curb weight
7200 GVWR
9200 Towing
With passengers, bikes, wood, etc. I would say that we have about 1000 pounds in the truck. Mainly because typically my wife and kids come later in a different vehicle. It could be more if we all ride together.

The trailer I am looking at has the following specs
2019 Heartland Pioneer 270BH
7700 GVWR
680 Hitch weight
32'-3" long back to tongue

The way I have it calculated is that I have combined trailer weight of 14189 with a GCWR of 16400. So, I have a reserved of 2211 pounds. So, numbers wise I should be fine. With a good WDH. I know the truck is capable. We have a 19 foot camper that it pulls fantastic. I have pulled a 24' camper with half ton trucks in the past without an issue. I am just wondering if it will pull it without damaging a 13 year old truck.

Opinions are welcome, please let me know what you think.
  • goducks10's avatar
    goducks10
    Explorer
    Feb 14, 2019
    Depending on how far your trips are it may be doable. I mean that because the 2006 5.4 is a big dog even with the 3.73 gears. BTDT. I had an 08 5.4, 3.73 gears and towed a loaded 7200 lb 31' TT. The 4sp is not your best friend when towing. I'm guessing you'll be as heavy as I was since the TT's dry weight is around 6400 lbs.
    If you're short hoping to nearby campgrounds then I suppose the shortcomings of the tuck will be tolerable. However if you're looking to put a full days worth of towing in then I would imagine you'll hate it.
    Also your 139" WB is going to give you fits with that 32' 7000+ lb TT.

    If you've kept it in tip top shape and are short hoping to CG's then it should be fine. You don't say how many miles are on the truck.
  • Hank85713's avatar
    Hank85713
    Explorer
    Feb 14, 2019
    I would not worry IF you have made sure all components are OK. Ignition, trans service (maybe bigger oil pan on trans?), differential (s) serviced good universals all that type of stuff. I have an 04 F350 and that is our travel vehicle of choice when not out in RV. I have had all services done and just go for it. My son has an 04 f150 4x4 like you and had over 150000 on it and has no issues except some fair wear and tear items.

    So get a clean bill of helath and go for it, why spend $50-60K on a new truck?

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