I'm looking to purchase a 2011 F150 EcoBoost. As some of you may know I work for a Chrysler dealer, but we have no used Ram trucks, I cant afford a new one right now due to my wifes medical problems (needs a liver transplant). But the good news is the company I work for also has a ford dealership and a Toyota dealership. We have 4 or 5 ford trucks on hand . Is there anything I should look for, any weakness. I will be towing a 2015 Viking FQ17 weight loaded is less that 4k hitch weight around 650. Right now I tow it with a 2005 jeep liberty with no real problems other than could use a little more power, it kinda struggles when on the interstate. I travel the interstate quite often when we need to go to Cleveland clinic for her dr appointments and take the TT and stay a campground near the clinic.

First off, my absolute best wishes and prayers for a bright future for your wife!Now, the F-150 with the ecoboost will make very short work of your RV. Comparing it to the TV you have now.....well, there is no comparison. I don't know them well enough to speak of the possible issue's with that particular year model. But, the ecoboost has proven a real performer that has garnered lots of praise for its ability. I'm sure someone will be along shortly with more info!

Thoughts and prayers for you and your wife. Cleveland Clinic is about as good as they come.No complaints on my EB. It's a 7200# GVW version with the tow package (not Max tow) and it handles our 21FBS easily. I like the ride better than DW's Toyota. It's certainly not lacking for power.

I only see one problem with that combination. You'll constantly be looking behind you to make sure that trailer is still there.The 2011 and 2012 ecos were more prone to the condensation issue in the CAC. If you live in a high humidity area, that might be a concern. Otherwise the engines have been pretty bullet proof. http://blog.bluespringsfordparts.com/245/ecoboost-shudder/

Prayers for the wife, and yes the ecoboost is a good choice. So far I have heard good things from friends who own them.

A buddy of mine had an '11 Ecoboost and it was in the shop a fair amount although I don't recall the specifics. He liked the truck overall except it had a tiny fuel tank. Now he has a '14 Ecoboost with a 36 gallon tank, and it hasn't seen the shop yet. With the size trailer you're pulling, an Ecoboost would pull it really well. Best wishes for your wife.

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kw_00
Explorer
Aug 18, 2015
Prayers for the wife, and yes the ecoboost is a good choice. So far I have heard good things from friends who own them.
Samsonsworld
Explorer
Aug 18, 2015
I only see one problem with that combination. You'll constantly be looking behind you to make sure that trailer is still there.

The 2011 and 2012 ecos were more prone to the condensation issue in the CAC. If you live in a high humidity area, that might be a concern. Otherwise the engines have been pretty bullet proof.

http://blog.bluespringsfordparts.com/245/ecoboost-shudder/
mbopp
Explorer
Aug 18, 2015
Thoughts and prayers for you and your wife. Cleveland Clinic is about as good as they come.

No complaints on my EB. It's a 7200# GVW version with the tow package (not Max tow) and it handles our 21FBS easily. I like the ride better than DW's Toyota. It's certainly not lacking for power.
Greene728
Explorer
Aug 18, 2015
First off, my absolute best wishes and prayers for a bright future for your wife!

Now, the F-150 with the ecoboost will make very short work of your RV. Comparing it to the TV you have now.....well, there is no comparison. I don't know them well enough to speak of the possible issue's with that particular year model. But, the ecoboost has proven a real performer that has garnered lots of praise for its ability. I'm sure someone will be along shortly with more info!

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