Ford Expedition Towing Problems
Hey everyone, I am new here. I need some wisdom. I have a 2011 Ford Expedition with the heavy tow package, 2WD. Max trailer weight is 9,200lbs. We have a 94 Gulfstream Innsbruck and from what I ca...
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Wise advice above, let's take a quick look at the Expedition itself.
From the 2011 brochure page (4) addresses towing;
2011 Expedition Brochure
The 5.4L does it's best work in medium to higher RPM.
310 HP @ 5,100 RPM
365 FT/Lbs torque @ 3,600 RPM
Generally speaking to get the most out of that engine, you want to be at or above the max torque rpm and "in the neighborhood" of your max HP rpm at the same time when pulling heavy, or in the hills. i.e. 4,000+ or so would be fine. The 5.4L likes to rev, put it to work.
Also check your VIN here to see what gear ratio you have, higher number is better. 3.21 vs 3.73. (you'll get every other build detail on your truck as well).
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From the 2011 brochure page (4) addresses towing;
2011 Expedition Brochure
The 5.4L does it's best work in medium to higher RPM.
310 HP @ 5,100 RPM
365 FT/Lbs torque @ 3,600 RPM
Generally speaking to get the most out of that engine, you want to be at or above the max torque rpm and "in the neighborhood" of your max HP rpm at the same time when pulling heavy, or in the hills. i.e. 4,000+ or so would be fine. The 5.4L likes to rev, put it to work.
Also check your VIN here to see what gear ratio you have, higher number is better. 3.21 vs 3.73. (you'll get every other build detail on your truck as well).
Ford etis vehicle lookup
