Question for the ecoboost owners..
I have looked on Ford's website at ecoboost trucks. I see that there are a number of options for the engine (and transmission). Can the regular ecoboost tow a travel trailer or does a body need the ...
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Atwowheelguy & Grit Dog have a good handle on it.
To add to their thoughts:
Consider towing your trailer and what is most important...
Most like to have some extra or buffer for their vehicle and not push it to it's limits at all times. Giving your truck 20% extra towing capability than the intended trailer is said to be a good idea. IE: If the truck is rated to pull 7600 lbs, keep the gross trailer weight to about 6000 lbs. This will ensure that the truck is more than capable to pull the load.
Motors:
The fuel economy between the 2.7 and 3.5 (when the truck is empty), is relatively small. It's 1 mile per gallon different in both city and highway driving; almost unnoticeable. Also, the inital price difference is about $1600 between the two motors if buying a brand new truck.
Transmission:
On the Ford site, it looks like the 3.5 comes with a 10 speed and the 2.7 comes with the 6 speed. Both are good transmissions; however, the 10 speed will have more gear options to optimize the engine RPM "sweet spot" for towing.
Differential:
The 3.55 is a very common differential gear and can be used to successfully tow. The 3.73 allows the truck to pull with more ease.
Tow packages:
Spend the extra money on the tow package for your truck. Ford has done a nice job integrating the trailer brake controller, transmission cooler, and towing equipment all in one. Within specifications, the F150 Ecoboosts are very capable 1/2 ton trucks for towing small to medium bumper pull trailers and small 5th wheels.
To add to their thoughts:
Consider towing your trailer and what is most important...
Most like to have some extra or buffer for their vehicle and not push it to it's limits at all times. Giving your truck 20% extra towing capability than the intended trailer is said to be a good idea. IE: If the truck is rated to pull 7600 lbs, keep the gross trailer weight to about 6000 lbs. This will ensure that the truck is more than capable to pull the load.
Motors:
The fuel economy between the 2.7 and 3.5 (when the truck is empty), is relatively small. It's 1 mile per gallon different in both city and highway driving; almost unnoticeable. Also, the inital price difference is about $1600 between the two motors if buying a brand new truck.
Transmission:
On the Ford site, it looks like the 3.5 comes with a 10 speed and the 2.7 comes with the 6 speed. Both are good transmissions; however, the 10 speed will have more gear options to optimize the engine RPM "sweet spot" for towing.
Differential:
The 3.55 is a very common differential gear and can be used to successfully tow. The 3.73 allows the truck to pull with more ease.
Tow packages:
Spend the extra money on the tow package for your truck. Ford has done a nice job integrating the trailer brake controller, transmission cooler, and towing equipment all in one. Within specifications, the F150 Ecoboosts are very capable 1/2 ton trucks for towing small to medium bumper pull trailers and small 5th wheels.
