Similar to your Rig?

Babamartha learned the hard way which is always expensive.
Yes, Chuck, same engine but the Explorer is front wheel drive and a unibody. Big difference between your F150 and the Explorer.

Ford towing guides show the Explorer with the 3.5 EcoBoost, the same engine as in my Expedition. Is that right?

-- Chuck

D2Forever wrote:
We are looking at a 2016 StarCraft 187tb with our Ford Explorer V6, factory tow package, TV - anyone have success with similar rigs? Anyone have this hybrid - like it? don't like?

I had a similar situation a few years ago, new Jayco Kiwi and a Chevy TrailBlazer. All the numbers looked fine, but then the day came for me to hook up and I said no. The trailer was just to much for me to feel comfortable towing. Could it tow it? You bet, but if I got into any trouble I would have been at the mercy of the trailer. So I pulled out my old F150 and eventually upgraded that truck.

Until recently, I towed a 3700 lb Kodiak 160SVT with my Explorer V6. It had the standard tow package. I had an auxiliary fan installed, along with the brake controller and larger hitch receiver.

I'm sorry to say, I wore my Explorer out. I initially had trouble with overheating. I wore my brakes out. Finally, I was told that the rear end was shot.

I recently replaced it with a Ford F-150. My first trip with this combo is next week.

It’s a v6. Payload is 1558. I’ve done the math. Not much wiggle room. I was really curious if anyone had experience with a similar situation.

D2Forever wrote:
Hey Chuck 2016 Explorer with class iii tow package. 5000 max tow so all in we are up at the limit.

is it the 2.7 ecoboost v-6 and what's the car's payload capacity?

Hey Chuck 2016 Explorer with class iii tow package. 5000 max tow so all in we are up at the limit.

Without getting into wheelbase issues, 500/5000 is why I’m not towing with an Explorer or Traverse, OP. And you and your family shouldn’t either.

What year Explorer and what V6? Factory tow package or factory HD tow package -- there's a difference.

-- Chuck

Starcraft has always had a pretty good rep, with their hybrids.
that model is about as small as a 3 bunk end hybrid can get.