Anyone towing with an 2011+ ecoboost?
After searching the specs, I have realized the f150 have more payload capacity with the new ecoboost then the 5.0 engines. I was wondering for those that tow with it how the experience been? Any issue...
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I'm looking at a 2011 FX4 GVWR 7650, payload 1600lbs. It has the max tow package and 3.73 gears.
Golden_HVAC wrote:
My sister is very happy with her Ecoboost too. They tow a toyhauler travel trailer. She used to have a Expedition with a 5.4L and then they got a GMC 1/2 ton crewcab, but it really overheated on the hills around Phoenix AZ. So they bought the F-150 Ecoboost. I can't wait for the F-250's to come out with a Ecoboost. I just keep waiting.
I will probably be getting a Ford Transit with the same 3.5L Ecoboost engine in it. Production will start sometime this summer on the full sized Transit vans.
You have to be careful that you are getting the correct payload package when you plan on towing a 8,000 pound + travel trailer. You need the maximum GVWR and max tow package that also usually comes with a 3.73:1 rear axle ratio.
It is possible to get a lower GVWR and lower cargo rating, so that particular truck will not be able to handle 600 pounds of passengers as well as 1,000 pounds of trailer hitch weight in addition to towing a 8,000 - 10,500 pound trailer.
Ford puts huge oil cooler and engine air aftercooler on the larger capacity trucks.
Fred.
