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May 16, 2016Explorer
6500 pounds dry will not be well within your tow rating. That is 7500+ pounds loaded with 1000 pounds of tongue weight. I had a 2003 F-150 Supercrew 5.4L/3.73 and towed 1200 pounds lighter TT. It was acceptable for 2 seasons. That's is borderline combo for a new 2000 Expy with 5.4L/3.73. And now that is an 16 year old vehicle.
If you insist on towing with that Expy, then you should confirm your axle ratio, confirm or upgrade the trans cooler, flush all the fluids, and probably replace the receiver.
If you insist on towing with that Expy, then you should confirm your axle ratio, confirm or upgrade the trans cooler, flush all the fluids, and probably replace the receiver.
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