Ford F-150 Ecoboost 3:55 vs. 3:73
Looking for a used (2012-2014) Ford F-150 ecoboost to pull my 27 ft Jayco 27BH, and am only finding ones with the 3:31 or 3:55 rear end. Would love to find one with a max payload package (3:73 rear e...
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My 3.55 Eco does just fine but our TT weighs 4800# empty and it's just DW & me.
Actually, with the non-max tow option the 3.55 and 3.73 Eco have the same tow rating. I asked Ford about what gave the Max tow the higher tow rating and they replied that the Max tow got a bigger radiator.
As soon as I see bunkhouse I have to ask - how many people, and is it a crew cab? If you can't find a max payload F150 I'd hold out for a max tow one.
Actually, with the non-max tow option the 3.55 and 3.73 Eco have the same tow rating. I asked Ford about what gave the Max tow the higher tow rating and they replied that the Max tow got a bigger radiator.
As soon as I see bunkhouse I have to ask - how many people, and is it a crew cab? If you can't find a max payload F150 I'd hold out for a max tow one.
