Using f150 for towing

[Krlpj05]

Hi all, looking at the XLR model an wanting to tow it with my 2013 f150! Looking for opinions?? Here's the specs on my 2013.

F150 (2013) supercrew 4x4
Engine = 6.2L
Transmission = 6 speed auto
3.73 rear end

[Play Harder]

Will tow it but those 3.73 gears might bog you down in the steeps --- used my dad's ecoboost w max tow 4:10 gears and couldn't believe how much torque the ecoboost has - it could from a dead stop climb any hill and get you to 60 -65 with no problems ---- the only downside was the fuel Milage when towing - also over 65 mph had to pay Attention to sway the f150 is pretty light


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2008 Can Am Spyder
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[oldgold]

Originally Posted by Krlpj05

Hi all, looking at the XLR model an wanting to tow it with my 2013 f150! Looking for opinions?? Here's the specs on my 2013.

F150 (2013) supercrew 4x4
Engine = 6.2L
Transmission = 6 speed auto
3.73 rear end

Hyperlite, Nitro, Thunderbolt ? Might want to throw a model number in this equation. There is a fairly large swing between weights from a smaller Hyperlite XLR to the big 5th wheels.

I know there is a lot of back and forth on this site about F150s... I have owned probably 7 or so F150s. My last 150 was the Ecoboost. My last 2 trucks have been F250s. I'm liking the 250 way better and I even commute 50 miles into Atlanta everyday. This has all been in the last 15 years or so. Ford likes me cause I drive 60 to 70k a year.

Post up what model you are looking at...
Also, which GCWR does your truck have 13,500 or 17,100?

One issue you may have is tongue weight, especially if you are towing without a toy in the back. Our nitro has a tongue weight of about 1100 lbs completely dry, without propane, the genny, water, or anything else. It's closer to 1400 or 1500 loaded.

[davel1971]

payload is the limiting factor most of the time with 1/2 tons. Most of the newer 1/2 tons can be equipped to be very capable pullers. Just can't handle the payload that comes with the trailers they advertise they can tow.

[meandmylabs]

I've had both Ford and Chevy half tons and presently a Chevy 2500. Half tons have the power but if you are purchasing, a heavier duty truck will give you a much better towing experience. Stability, power and general handling issues are far superior imo.

[Happy Vibe]

I did not think you can get a 6.2l in a Ford. It would be a 5.0 or 3.5 ecoboost.

[davel1971]

Originally Posted by Happy Vibe

I did not think you can get a 6.2l in a Ford. It would be a 5.0 or 3.5 ecoboost.

Raptor model has a 6.2

[Krlpj05]

Originally Posted by Happy Vibe

I did not think you can get a 6.2l in a Ford. It would be a 5.0 or 3.5 ecoboost.

Yes it's a 6.2 same as the raptor.


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[lbrjet]

What does your driver side door sticker say for payload?



2010 F250 5.4L 3.73
2011 Flagstaff 831FKBSS
Equal-i-zer 4pt 12K

[B and B]

This might be a SVT truck and the payload might suffer due to options. I know with my 2013 King Ranch SCREW Eco I had 400 lbs less payload due to options. I still towed 9500 lbs and 1750 pin weight. Worked OK but long term I would have toasted the rear axle.

[Play Harder]

I was assuming you where tying to pull a Hyperlight model with my Can-Am Spyder and full tanks - fuel and water my Hyperlight 29hfs weights 8600lbs at wheels hooked to truck ----

I have a lead foot and really had to pay attention to sway over 65 - had the automatic sway system kick in a few times in the F150 max tow - nice feature.

I currently use a 2002
Chevy 1500 silveraldo quadrasteer 6l - w 300k - never any sway issue in any conditions- "with the Quadrasteer- maybe cause the back tire are wider than the front or the trailer Quadrasteer option -

I really love the quadrasteer and would by a new truck if they would bring back this option - hard to give up a feature that let park a trailer anyway with ease

[47chevy]

my big question is WHY try to tow with a1/2 ton..........these new trucks are designed for comfort hauling your lawn clippings..........seems like everyone wants to push the limits with a 1/2 ton ! ! ! Just go with a 3/4 ton and forget it..................don't forget the tail wagging the dog theory !

[davel1971]

Originally Posted by 47chevy

my big question is WHY try to tow with a1/2 ton..........these new trucks are designed for comfort hauling your lawn clippings..........seems like everyone wants to push the limits with a 1/2 ton ! ! ! Just go with a 3/4 ton and forget it..................don't forget the tail wagging the dog theory !

I feel the same way. Want a truck, get a TRUCK. When I bought a new 2014 1 ton diesel, most of the 1/2 tons on the lot cost more. I'll take the big one please

[Krlpj05]

Hi if I read the book correctly its 17100. Based on engine 6.2 and max trailer tow package. Also side door says 7700# package. Hope this helps?


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[tenttotrailer]

Originally Posted by 47chevy

my big question is WHY try to tow with a1/2 ton..........these new trucks are designed for comfort hauling your lawn clippings..........seems like everyone wants to push the limits with a 1/2 ton ! ! ! Just go with a 3/4 ton and forget it..................don't forget the tail wagging the dog theory !

I agree, when I first bought mine I knew nothing about truck weights, payload, tongue weight, trailer weight, CCC etc etc, I bought the Ford F150 as the Toyota dealership would not serve me the day we went, I guess it was the track pants on a Saturday, and Ford was the dealer who had 0% financing out of the big three. Now it is six years later and I know better, don't push the limits get a 3/4 or 1 ton and tow in safety.

Kevin

[Play Harder]

You ask why - if that's what you got then that's what your gonna use ---


If you have not tried a quadrasteer - you don't know what your missing

No truck will handle -backup or change lanes better than a quadrasteer-

That why I bought a Hyperlight 1/2 towable😜

[Ford Idaho]

F150!

Would you like to Super Duty that today sir?

[Play Harder]

Why stop at a 1 ton and why not get a Kodiak 4500 because in reality most 1tons are barely in specs towing that monster 5th wheel - if you do the calculations

There is always something bigger

[breezyhillfarm]

Originally Posted by Ford Idaho

F150!

Would you like to Super Duty that today sir?

I "Super Duty-ed" my Chevy 2500HD gas to an F450 dually diesel. Like night and day.


2014 XLR27HFS
2006 Ford F450 Diesel Dually
2015 Harley Freewheeler Trike (Tara)
2004 Harley Road King Custom (Gemma)

[oldgold]

Originally Posted by Krlpj05

Hi if I read the book correctly its 17100. Based on engine 6.2 and max trailer tow package. Also side door says 7700# package. Hope this helps?


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Which model trailer?