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Taco
Jun 02, 2013Explorer
from the looks of fords site you should have 1520 payload and 9600 tow capacity. It is likely that that payload is optimistic.
You have plenty of engine for that load. the deciding factor will be payload and stability.
I think you will probably be right at but most likely over on payload. The stability may be lacking with the softer springs and passenger tires on a 1/2 ton.
You could put LT load range d or e tires, airbags and a good weight distribution hitch and sway control and probably be better off than most of the campers heading down the road that never read this forum and just listen to salesmen.
Or you can find a lighter trailer.
You have plenty of engine for that load. the deciding factor will be payload and stability.
I think you will probably be right at but most likely over on payload. The stability may be lacking with the softer springs and passenger tires on a 1/2 ton.
You could put LT load range d or e tires, airbags and a good weight distribution hitch and sway control and probably be better off than most of the campers heading down the road that never read this forum and just listen to salesmen.
Or you can find a lighter trailer.
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