Towing a 6000 lbs TT with F150
Hi, How well would a F150 tow a 5350 lbs dry/6900 GVWR/550 lbs hitch weight travel trailer. It's a total of 28 ft long. I think I will be at most 6000 lbs loaded. F150 is a 2016 crew cab with th...
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MFL wrote:
No reason it can't work for you, just don't overload the truck with people, gear, and bed full of firewood. The 5.0 is a strong engine, don't be afraid to let it rev, when needed. Your truck should have some sway control built in, to aid in towing. With a good WDH, set up correctly, you should have a good towing experience.
You are right to be concerned, as you are approaching your towing limit. If you see a 32' 8,000 lb trailer you like, it may be too much.
Happy camping,
Jerry
Fords sway control kicks in only during a severe sway event and uses the brakes to get it under control and greatly slow the rig down.
It isn't a cure for a sway problem.
