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Re: Towing small TT with Ford Sport Trac
Searching_Ut wrote: How does it feel when you're towing? I put as much if not more faith in the how I find the setup to handle than I do in manufactures ratings or opinions of others. I towed a very similar TT behind a 2000 dodge Dakota which has a similar weight and wheelbase. I ended up covering around 15 thousand miles in the mountain west, driving on many of the roads you hear people being concerned about on these forums. The combo always felt good and handled well even on the mountain passes in the snow. That said, it always felt like I was pushing the drivetrain too hard, and the transmission did start to go out so I sold the truck, leading to a new diesel, resulting in too much truck for the trailer, thus a new TT. It can be expensive to upgrade the truck. If the handling and braking are good, and you're inside the manufacture specs for towing I'd have no concerns. Thanks Searching_Ut, The handling seems fine to me, steering is a little quick so I am careful not to oversteer. Power and braking seems great. I don't know how strong the tranny's are in these little trucks but not having any problems over heating. As I said, I never tow in overdrive and my RPM's are around 2800 at 60 MPH. I do drop a gear on a steep grade but no loss of speed. Most of my towing in the Carolina's is fairly level roads. I have not gone to the Mountains of NC yet but planning to try it in the near future. That will be a true test for me and the Sport Trac. I have just read so much on needing a 1/2 to 3/4 ton truck to do ANY safe towing I started 2nd guessing my setup. Thanks for your input.263Views0likes0CommentsRe: Towing small TT with Ford Sport Trac
Grandpere wrote: According to this web site: http://auto.howstuffworks.com/auto-parts/towing/towing-capacity/vehicle/towing-capacity-chart9.htm your maximum towing capacity is 3500 pounds. 3500# is standard without towing pkg. With towing Pkg it is rated at 5300#. I also have a 4.10 rear-end. I have had no problems power wise. The little 4.0 V6 is rated 210 Hp and 240# torque @ 3000 rpm.263Views0likes0CommentsTowing small TT with Ford Sport Trac
I would like to get your opinions on my TV and setup. I have a Palomino 18frb TT with a dry weight of 3306# and GVWR of 4750#. I never tow with full tanks (except Propane, 1 tank). I have a tongue weight rating of 410 #. My TV is a 2005 Ford Sport Trac, 4.0 V6 automatic. I have a tow pkg class 3 with tranny cooler. I always tow with overdrive OFF. The Sport Trac has 125" wheel base which is about 12" more than an Explorer. It is just Me, my Wife, and a 7# Yorkie in the TV. I load one Ice chest (aprox 30#) and a 15# gas grill in the covered bed of the truck. I use a 600# WDH and friction sway bar. This setup seems to work fine to me as far as towing power and stopping has not been a problem, including a quick stop to avoid hitting a deer last trip. But I have read so much on this site about the right size TV and safety and over taxing your TV, that I began to have concerns. I would really appreciate your input good, bad, or other, on my setup. Has anyone else towed with a Sport Trac? Thanks1.8KViews0likes8CommentsRe: South Carolina suggestions
http://southcarolinaparks.reserveamerica.com/campgroundDetails.do?contractCode=SC&parkId=10110 This is another Beach front State CG that we find very enjoyable. Located between Myrtle Beach and Hunting Island (Beaufort, SC) Go before June or after mid Sept. Make Reservations EARLY in the year if you expect to get choice sites.519Views0likes0CommentsRe: 2003 Jayco Hybrid Travel Trailer 18F
http://www.rvingplanet.com/brands/jayco/kiwi/expandables/ Check this out for Specs. I think 5K would be a reasonable price in good condition. NADA says $5045. Average cond. Be sure to check for water damage around front bunk. http://www.rvingplanet.com/models/jayco/kiwi/18-f/501Views0likes0CommentsRe: Help me name this critter!
How about TERRI or TERRY? Because of her size you could call her LITTLE BIT, or P-NUT. She is a little doll. We have a Yorkie and his name is Drake. I'm sure she can be a handful from the Yorkie blood lines she has, but so much fun and Soooo Smart!!! Our Yorkie does not know he is a Little guy, he will stand up to and tussle with dogs 3X his size. Enjoy!!!!!!164Views0likes0CommentsRe: I need a new grill
We have the Charbroil Grill 2Go. We love it. Best part is it's infrared. Heats up quick, sears meet great, cooks fast and holds in juices. Easy clean up and uses very little gas. Thermometer, and electric start. Heck, I now use it at home more than our big Weber grill. http://www.charbroil.com/grills/portable-grills/grill2go-x200-gas-grill-with-carry-all-tote-bag-12401734-a1.html I ordered mine from Wally world to get best price. I think it was like $149.00.180Views0likes0Comments
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