Towing Advice

[Shawnh]

Hello,

I am currently looking at a Jayco SLX 264 BHW travel trailer. Specs on the trailer, as built weight of 4702 and GVWR of 6000.

My possible tow vehicles (own already) are as follows:

2012 Ford Expedition 4x4 EL, 5.4, HD tow package, CCW 1407, tow rating 8700.

2016 Ford F-150, 4x4, 2.7, Super Crew, tow package, CCW 1467, tow rating 7500.

Anyone see any problem with this set up? I'd prefer to tow with the Expedition but could use either vehicle. Thanks.

Shawn

[Lwiddis]

Both are too close for me. Look for a lighter TT or also buy a tuffer TV too. What about those times where you don't take two vehicles?

[Shawnh]

I'm hoping tongue would be 600-780 based upon load. I would of course have a WD hitch and sway control. Dealer suggested "or sells" Centerline 4 point hitch.

[Shawnh]

Most camping will be within 100 miles and will likely involve two vehicles. So, I can limit payload to some degree. I believe the expedition includes a driver - don't think the F150 does.

I won't carry water or firewood in tow vehicle. Think it's doable?

[Old-Biscuit]

CCW of 1407# and 1467# are going to be limiting factors.

How much of that payload will you have after weight of passengers, stuff and hitch are subtracted from that CCW?

Tongue weight could be 900#.....