Kev Bob
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Hello everyone new guy here.
I love my Expedition but I have got a towing problem and I am hoping someone in this forum could help me out.
I have a 2017 Ford Expedition XLT. After reviewing the Specification from Ford it appears I have the base XLT with Equipment Group 200A and the only added option I have is the Power Moon Roof. The Specifications detail a "Heavy-Duty Trailer Tow Package" as an "Available Option & Package".
The specifications list the following items as included in the "Heavy-Duty Tow Package"
The "2017 Expedition Trailer Towing Selector" shows that a Ford Expedition XLT 4x4 with the 3.31 Axle Ratio can tow 9,300 lbs (GCWR 15,200 with a 150 lbs driver and no cargo) if it has the optional Class IV Heavy Duty Trailer Tow Package. (6,600 lbs GCWR of 12,300 lbs without it).
The Trailer Towing Selector includes a list of items included in the "Trailer Towing Package" that mirrors the items included in the "Heavy Duty Trailer Tow Package" from the specifications. Can anyone confirm that these are the same packages and that there are not more items included in the "Heavy Duty Trailer Packages" versus the "Trailer Tow Package"?
I purchased a 26' Jayco Feather Light Trailer this past Summer (5,500 empty with full propane cylinders)
Unfortunately as my vehicle stands it appears that I am not quite rated to tow this with the family and all of our camping gear.
(I know what you are thinking as you are shaking your head...all I can say is that mistakes were made).
After running the numbers it appears that I need a GCWR of close to 14,000 lbs between the loaded Expedition and Trailer.
Am I correct in assuming that if I can get a Heavy Duty Auxiliary Transmission Oil Cooler and a Heavy Duty Radiator installed I would have essentially added the "Heavy Duty Trailer Towing Package to my Expedition" and would be good to tow my trailer?
*(Note I have already installed the 7 Wire Harness, Electronic Brake Wiring Kit and Trailer Brake Controller and the vehicle came standard with the Class IV Hitch Receiver and Trailer Sway Control)
Even though the "2017 Trailer Towing Selector" shows that a Ford Expedition 4x4 XLT with the 3.31 Rear Axle Ratio and the Heavy Duty Trailer Package can tow 9,300 lbs should I be towing with an Expedition that has a rear axle ratio of 3.73 instead of the 3.31 I have now?
Is there anything different about the body frame of the Expedition if it was meant to have the Heavy Duty Tow Package?
Should I have different Suspension?
I believe by adding the HD Auxillary Transmission Oil Cooler, HD Radiator, Transmission Temp Gauge and Timbren Package I should be able to safely tow my trailer. Any insight would be much appreciated. I screwed the pooch once...I don't want to do it again.
I love my Expedition but I have got a towing problem and I am hoping someone in this forum could help me out.
I have a 2017 Ford Expedition XLT. After reviewing the Specification from Ford it appears I have the base XLT with Equipment Group 200A and the only added option I have is the Power Moon Roof. The Specifications detail a "Heavy-Duty Trailer Tow Package" as an "Available Option & Package".
The specifications list the following items as included in the "Heavy-Duty Tow Package"
- Class IV hitch receiver (please note that this is also listed as a Standard Feature only with a 4 pin connector)
- 7 & 4 pin connectors
- Heavy Duty Auxiliary Transmission Oil Cooler
- Heavy Duty Radiator
- Electronic Braking Wiring Kit
- Integrated Trailer Brake Controller
The "2017 Expedition Trailer Towing Selector" shows that a Ford Expedition XLT 4x4 with the 3.31 Axle Ratio can tow 9,300 lbs (GCWR 15,200 with a 150 lbs driver and no cargo) if it has the optional Class IV Heavy Duty Trailer Tow Package. (6,600 lbs GCWR of 12,300 lbs without it).
The Trailer Towing Selector includes a list of items included in the "Trailer Towing Package" that mirrors the items included in the "Heavy Duty Trailer Tow Package" from the specifications. Can anyone confirm that these are the same packages and that there are not more items included in the "Heavy Duty Trailer Packages" versus the "Trailer Tow Package"?
I purchased a 26' Jayco Feather Light Trailer this past Summer (5,500 empty with full propane cylinders)
Unfortunately as my vehicle stands it appears that I am not quite rated to tow this with the family and all of our camping gear.
(I know what you are thinking as you are shaking your head...all I can say is that mistakes were made).
After running the numbers it appears that I need a GCWR of close to 14,000 lbs between the loaded Expedition and Trailer.
Am I correct in assuming that if I can get a Heavy Duty Auxiliary Transmission Oil Cooler and a Heavy Duty Radiator installed I would have essentially added the "Heavy Duty Trailer Towing Package to my Expedition" and would be good to tow my trailer?
*(Note I have already installed the 7 Wire Harness, Electronic Brake Wiring Kit and Trailer Brake Controller and the vehicle came standard with the Class IV Hitch Receiver and Trailer Sway Control)
Even though the "2017 Trailer Towing Selector" shows that a Ford Expedition 4x4 XLT with the 3.31 Rear Axle Ratio and the Heavy Duty Trailer Package can tow 9,300 lbs should I be towing with an Expedition that has a rear axle ratio of 3.73 instead of the 3.31 I have now?
Is there anything different about the body frame of the Expedition if it was meant to have the Heavy Duty Tow Package?
Should I have different Suspension?
- I spoke with some who suggested installing a Timbren Package to beef up the suspension and help put more weight on the front of Expedition while towing. (Seemed like a good idea no mater what we are towing.)
I believe by adding the HD Auxillary Transmission Oil Cooler, HD Radiator, Transmission Temp Gauge and Timbren Package I should be able to safely tow my trailer. Any insight would be much appreciated. I screwed the pooch once...I don't want to do it again.