theblackpearl
Active Member
Hi folks - I own a 2020 RWD Expedition Max, without the HD Towing package - so 6300lbs tow capacity and 1600lb payload capacity (from the label on the door jab). I've read all 4th gen threads so far as well, using the search function, but want to get y'all's feedback.
I am looking at a trailer (Jayco 224 bh) with 4500lb dry weght, and 5500 GVWR.
Family weighs 500lbs. We'll mostly drive with the tanks empty, and for majority of the trips, I'll just carry one propane tank to shed some weight.
So with a Weight distribution hitch (Equal-i-zer 4 point), I am within spec. But I want to see if I can be comfortable with the tow.. Any advices? Should I downsize the trailer? Especially if I want to climb hills? Worried mostly about transmission temp and sway control etc.
As for upgrades (I will still be under spec for non-HD towing, but want to try and get as many HD Towing upgrades as possible):
- Ford OEM brake controller install
- Possibly shocks + sumo springs
- Powerstop truck towing brakes and rotors
- Better cooling - all 4th gens have trans cooler. But need beefier radiator. I wish there was more knowledge around here on beefing up the radiators (either from the HD towing package or aftermarket). I read all the threads here, but looks like no one has done anythng
The larger real axles and 3.73 diff - well I cannot change that. But I will be within payload and towing specs. So hopefully not an issue
I am looking at a trailer (Jayco 224 bh) with 4500lb dry weght, and 5500 GVWR.
Family weighs 500lbs. We'll mostly drive with the tanks empty, and for majority of the trips, I'll just carry one propane tank to shed some weight.
So with a Weight distribution hitch (Equal-i-zer 4 point), I am within spec. But I want to see if I can be comfortable with the tow.. Any advices? Should I downsize the trailer? Especially if I want to climb hills? Worried mostly about transmission temp and sway control etc.
As for upgrades (I will still be under spec for non-HD towing, but want to try and get as many HD Towing upgrades as possible):
- Ford OEM brake controller install
- Possibly shocks + sumo springs
- Powerstop truck towing brakes and rotors
- Better cooling - all 4th gens have trans cooler. But need beefier radiator. I wish there was more knowledge around here on beefing up the radiators (either from the HD towing package or aftermarket). I read all the threads here, but looks like no one has done anythng
The larger real axles and 3.73 diff - well I cannot change that. But I will be within payload and towing specs. So hopefully not an issue