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Explorer

Apr 23, 2019

Suggestions on what vehicle to pull 18-20' trailer?

We just sold our older Class C and looking at used trailers from 16-20' and now want to shop for either a PU or SUV type tow vehicle. We spotted a used 2007 Forest River 19' trailer, dual axle, (Salem model), GVW on sticker says 7,440lbs, that's attractive. Anyone care to comment on Forest River trailers, please do. Thoughts on a older (2005-2010) Durango/Yukon/Tahoe/Excursion vs a used PU for towing? We are on a budget to keep vehicle cost under $15,000. Thanks in advance for advice.

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LanceRKeys
Explorer
Apr 23, 2019
If you want to stay half ton, get an F150 with the max payload and max trailer packages. It should have plenty of payload and the 3.5ecoboost will pull better than most v-8s .
romore
Explorer II
Apr 23, 2019
Have a look at the door sticker for maximum tow capacity then take 80%. If the trailer is within that you are good to go if the tow vehicle is properly set up. You can go higher but after our first towing experience I don't recommend it.
jimx200
Explorer
Apr 23, 2019

Was trying to post pic of sticker, but don't know what I'm doing.