F150 w EcoBoost 2.7
Anybody else using one of these to tow? We are complete newbies, so forgive my lack of knowledge. I bought a 2021 F150 with all the tow packages, including the new tow-assist module (replacing wha...
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theoldwizard1 wrote:
I can't comment on the fuel economy, but 2.7 MPG is pretty bad for a <7000 lb trailer.
My choice would be a F250 with 7.3L gas.
THAT is funny, I don’t care who you are!
2.7EB engine, 7mpg was posted.
Use Tow/haul mode, downshifts earlier, up shifts later, staying in the power band. Stays out of the overdrives more. Also, lock out the upper 2-3 speeds, they are increasing overdrive speeds. Shooting for 65mph top speed should help. 60mph would be better for mpg when towing a massive wind block but traffic dependent. With any luck, you should be getting 9mpg or a fraction more.
Did you have a TT previously? Slower speed changes and not trying to get moving faster or more quickly makes a big difference.
