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Re: Best SUV for towing
The Nissan Armada cannot be beat in its class for towing and payload (look at my sig). The Suburban 3/4 ton is a great TV if you have the money. One other option would be to look at a van. They are generally cheaper and can tow more. Ahh, I forgot about a used Ford Excursion.523Views0likes0CommentsRe: 2013 f150 Ecoboost is a Tracer 3150BHD to much??
cman88 wrote: Ok scale update. Went to a certifed cat scale with whole family and all gear (bikes, coolers, ect) and this is where we are. 2013 F-150 fx4 Ecoboost GVWR-7200lbs GCWR-15500lbs RGAWR-4050lbs Payload-1162lbs Maximum loaded trailer weight rating-9600lbs Maximum tongue weight rating-1050lbs Actual Weights GVW-6480 F-3636 R-2844 Now I know the tracer is out of the question, but if I laoded all the stuff I put in the truck box and put it at the back of a trailer would I not gain extra payload?? I estamate 125Lbs of the 6480 was gear. Also we have 2 autos so if we had to I could deduct 125lbs (gear) and 275lbs (wife,2kids) from gvw,payload and put in second auto. So with all that, what is the max trialer I can haul. Found another one that fits our needs It comes in at around 5900lbs dry with a 750lbs hitch weight. Sorry for spelling errors, Thanks. I do not think your payload number is correct. I did not see that low of number for your truck on the Ford site. http://www.ford.com/trucks/f150/specifications/payload/541Views0likes0CommentsRe: Equalizer vs Dual Cam
I am surprised you have had a poor experience with Equalizer. I have several friends that use it and have nothing but good things to say. That is why I bought one. The Equalizer has been built since the 60s. If it did not work, it would not have lasted this long. Could it be possible that other factors could have been at play like poor hitch setup and/or trailer loading if you had sway issues with the hitch? It seems this is just like another Ford vs Chevrolet discussion.334Views0likes0CommentsRe: Equalizer vs Dual Cam
I just got a new 12k Equalizer for my setup. I will be installing it at the end of this week. From all the research I have done, "all the small parts" really is no big deal. Get a parts kit to keep on standby. Most people have never had to use theirs. Other reasons I chose the Equalizer is that I also like the simplicity of the hook and unhook of the Equalizer. The Equalizer is tried and true. It also is American made if that matters to you. Look at some videos on both hitches to find what will work best for you. As stated before, you can not go wrong with either hitch.97Views0likes0Comments
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