ok, so we got a 24ft toy hauler.. Towed it home with a 2015 F150 Eco boost. Truck pulled it fine.. I think its just to lite. Could feel the trailer surging the truck and Im not a fan. So with that said. I was originally looking at a used F250. Now the girlfriend is fixated on the excursions. Something we can get her kids and mine in and it be comfy. So can anyone tell me what to stay away from in an excursion? Im thinking that that tow rig will be a much better "feel" going down the road opposed to feeling like the back end of the truck is on skates. I would prefer to go with the diesel too.

Sounds like your hitch may not be set up properly but there is nothing wrong in wanting more truck. If your looking for Excursions, the good ones can be tough to find. Easy question though....stay away for the 6.0 and try to find a 7.3 if your only looking at a diesel. Enjoy the camper.

Can be hard finding clean Excursions nowadays and when you do they're expensive. I'd look for a single rear wheel 3500-series Crew Cab from any of the big three. If going 6.0 td, I'd be wary of the 04 and 05s.

Let's put first things first...what you have now...If you feel the trailer surging you do not have the brake controller set aggressively enough...the trailer should not push you at all since it has its own brakes. Second...ensure your weight distribution hitch is set properly. (You are using a weight distribution hitch right?)As for Excursions...stay away from the 5.4 V8 and the 6.0 PSD...look for a V10 or a 7.3 PSD... Just know that both are going to feel like slugs compared to your Ecoboost. Another option is a Suburban 2500...you can find them with the 8.1 liter big block or the 6.0 Gas V8...later model Suburbans 2500 have a five speed transmission that does very well. Congrats on the trailer and good luck on the tow vehicle!Thanks!Jeremiah

If you like the modern 2015 F150 Ecoboost, you might not like driving an Excursion. Excursions are great, but they have not been made since 2005. Since a 24 ft trailer is not huge, you might get by with a newer Expedition or Suburban if you need room for people.

I would agree with the other posters! If the 24 ft trailer was causing issues for you, it may have been brakes issues, WDH issues, or both! Having written that, get what you feel comfortable with and what's best for the family! Good luck !

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wpsharpshooter
Explorer
May 06, 2016
Dropped the EX off at the shop today... Hopefully I will feel the difference in something other than the wallet.
wpsharpshooter
Explorer
May 03, 2016
dodge guy wrote:
Good. Funny, I just put the 2 together. You also posted on FTE! I didn't even think, I just thought I seen them both here, but then realized you posted at both forums. Good for you! Once you get the X sorted out it will be an excellent tower! It took me a while to get mine to tow as good as it does now. I can tow up to 12 hours before I get tired! When I first bought my X I was ready to trade it after a month. After joining FTE and doing some research here I got it dialed in perfect.

LOL, small world huh.. Yeah I think with a few tweaks here and there the EX will suit our needs well. We loaded up with 6 people and 2 dogs over the weekend and everyone had plenty of room... I think after the gears are in, it will be even more enjoyable to tow with.
dodge_guy
Explorer II
May 03, 2016
Good. Funny, I just put the 2 together. You also posted on FTE! I didn't even think, I just thought I seen them both here, but then realized you posted at both forums. Good for you! Once you get the X sorted out it will be an excellent tower! It took me a while to get mine to tow as good as it does now. I can tow up to 12 hours before I get tired! When I first bought my X I was ready to trade it after a month. After joining FTE and doing some research here I got it dialed in perfect.
wpsharpshooter
Explorer
May 03, 2016
Yeah Dodge, I got a price on the swap yesterday for 4.56's
dodge_guy
Explorer II
May 03, 2016
If you still have the stock gearing (probably 3.73) with the larger tires, the V-10 will definitely struggle. you will want a minimum of 4.56 with larger tires. I went from 3.73 to 4.30`s with stock size tires, and I definitely could see me running 4.56`s with stock tires. towing anything over 8k lbs will require 4.30`s with stock size tires.
You definitely want 4.56`s! and then get a tune from 5 star!
wpsharpshooter
Explorer
May 03, 2016
It never made it into overdrive lol.. I've narrowed it down to gears.. Looking at swapping them out in the next couple of weeks
Hannibal
Explorer
May 02, 2016
Great! I like reading success stories. It makes a good looking combo as well. Are you running in O/D and feeling the lack of HP on the inclines? 2500=3000rpm is about where you should be "in my humble opinion" for towing a TT with a gas engine. If locking out O/D puts you in that range, I would go that route and keep the taller final gear ratio for better mileage running empty in O/D.
wpsharpshooter
Explorer
May 02, 2016
Headed out Friday.. The EX did the job. I did find out that the gearing is off and it wanted to fall on its face going up some incline, so that's the next order of business. But after addressing that I think it'll be good to go. The ride was good, no sway, no surge from bumps. Overall it was a pretty enjoyable experience.
Hannibal
Explorer
Apr 28, 2016
Looking forward to your towing report!
wpsharpshooter
Explorer
Apr 28, 2016
Got the brake controller in, Everything so far is checking out. The brakes look good the front suspension looks good, With the exception of replacing the steering stabilizer and shocks. I think Ill be able to tow the camper this weekend with it.

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