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canuckystan
Explorer
Mar 13, 2018

Do I have enough margin for safety with towing setup?

Looking at a 2017 Rockwood Roo 21BD dry 4891, payload 1442, hitch 633. 2012 Ford Expedition Limited w/Premium Class IV heavy duty tow package 8900 pound capacity. Family of 4, 1 dog, fair bit of stu...
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coolmom42
Explorer II
Mar 13, 2018
See page 23 of the Ford 2012 towing guide to get your exact ratings. If you have the heavy duty towing package (option 536) you should be good on the tow weight. Check your door sticker for info on the cargo capacity. Your trailer tongue weight is part of your cargo, and it should be 10-15% of the trailer loaded weight.

2012 Ford towing guide

Check the VIN with your dealer to find out for sure if you have that package.

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