expeditionDrvr
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Hi -
I have a new to me (9K miles) 2021 Expedition XLT. It has does not have the max tow package, so here are the configurations:
- 7,200 GWAR with 1760 max cargo weight.
- 3.15 Rear Axle
- 4x2
Hitch Details:
- 4 Pin and 7 Pin
- Weight Carrying Max of 6,000 pounds with tongue weight of 600 pounds.
- Weight Distributing Max of 9,000 pounds with tongue weight of 900 pounds.
Details on towing:
I also purchased a 2019 Solaire Palomino 240 BHS. It has a "Dry Weight" (includes LP, but no fluids) of 5,210 pounds. I don't plan to tow it with fluids, but lets assume it will be 6,000 pounds to be safe. GWAR is 6,710. Hitch dry weight of 566 pounds. It has a weight distributing hitch.
Dilemma: I plan to do a long road trip (thousands of miles, hills etc.) I am trying to understand if I can safely modify the SUV to alleviate some towing issues without trading in for a Class IV Heavy-Duty Trailer Tow Package (536). Here are the upgrades I'm aware of:
- 3.73 rear axle. This cannot be altered on the XLT as I understand it's a complete different process.
- Trailer Brakes. I think this would be an easy installation by myself or the dealer?
- Radiator Upgrade. Is this just auxiliary transmission or a full radiator upgrade? Is auxiliary transmission fairly straight forward to install?
- Backup Assist - Not Required
- Upgraded Sway Bar? Part Number?
- 4x4 - Can't upgrade.
- I miss anything?
I have a new to me (9K miles) 2021 Expedition XLT. It has does not have the max tow package, so here are the configurations:
- 7,200 GWAR with 1760 max cargo weight.
- 3.15 Rear Axle
- 4x2
Hitch Details:
- 4 Pin and 7 Pin
- Weight Carrying Max of 6,000 pounds with tongue weight of 600 pounds.
- Weight Distributing Max of 9,000 pounds with tongue weight of 900 pounds.
Details on towing:
I also purchased a 2019 Solaire Palomino 240 BHS. It has a "Dry Weight" (includes LP, but no fluids) of 5,210 pounds. I don't plan to tow it with fluids, but lets assume it will be 6,000 pounds to be safe. GWAR is 6,710. Hitch dry weight of 566 pounds. It has a weight distributing hitch.
Dilemma: I plan to do a long road trip (thousands of miles, hills etc.) I am trying to understand if I can safely modify the SUV to alleviate some towing issues without trading in for a Class IV Heavy-Duty Trailer Tow Package (536). Here are the upgrades I'm aware of:
- 3.73 rear axle. This cannot be altered on the XLT as I understand it's a complete different process.
- Trailer Brakes. I think this would be an easy installation by myself or the dealer?
- Radiator Upgrade. Is this just auxiliary transmission or a full radiator upgrade? Is auxiliary transmission fairly straight forward to install?
- Backup Assist - Not Required
- Upgraded Sway Bar? Part Number?
- 4x4 - Can't upgrade.
- I miss anything?