F150 tow vehicle
Hi All, I need a little advice, just got a 2001 ford f150 ext cab. with a 5.4L motor. GVWR 6300 lbs. I think it has the 3.31 rear end. it also has the full towing pkg. hitch,shocks,cooling,etc. lo...
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Check the door sticker. The axle code is probably on it.
Also check the payload. Payload = maximum weight of occupants and cargo.
An estimate of the maximum trailer weight is
Max trailer weight = (payload - wt. of all occupants and cargo - 80 lbs. hitch wt.)/0.13
Example: Trailer wt. = (1400 - 600 - 80)/0.13 = 720/0.13 = 5538
Also check the payload. Payload = maximum weight of occupants and cargo.
An estimate of the maximum trailer weight is
Max trailer weight = (payload - wt. of all occupants and cargo - 80 lbs. hitch wt.)/0.13
Example: Trailer wt. = (1400 - 600 - 80)/0.13 = 720/0.13 = 5538
