Towing Limits of 7.3 Powerstroke
As my wife and I look at making the transition from a Truck Camper to a 5th wheel, the question about the suitability of our truck for the job comes into question. Someday a new truck with all the bel...
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I lived in and towed 16k lbs -- a 36' Alpenlite -- for 10 years with my 2001 Ford F250 7.3L. Yes, some people are going to freak out about this but maybe it will put your mind at ease about towing 14 or 15k lbs. It had air bag support in the truck but no other special modifications. I later upgraded the transmission cooler. I had to keep an eye on the engine/transmission temps while towing in the mountains. It's a tough truck but pretty weak pushing loads in reverse. I once had to push my rig uphill into a narrow space at a private house down in Escondido, CA and could only do it if I got a run at it and steered like my life depended on it. It would just stop part way up. But towing forward -- it's a champ. I always felt safe. I guess if I changed anything I would have gotten the transmission cooler upgrade sooner. Regular brakes on the trailer felt like more than enough. Just down-shift on long downward grades and take your time.
Actually, I did have an Edge chip on it most of that time which probably helped.
Actually, I did have an Edge chip on it most of that time which probably helped.
