Ray_2009
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- 2009 Explorer XLT
Hi all, Newbie here!
I have a 2009 4.0 with a class 2 factory hitch. Specs say it'll tow 3500 lbs. In Texas , electric brakes are mandatory over 3k lbs, so that's cool, as I'll have trailer brakes (will have to get a brake controller).
That I know of, the truck had no tow package (seems reasonable or it'd have a larger factory hitch).
Can my truck pull a trailer of that weight safely and without burning up? I'd be careful up long hills, etc., and don't plan to visit death valley in August...LOL.
So anyone towing a 3500 lbs travel trailer?
Thanks for any info/advice!
I have a 2009 4.0 with a class 2 factory hitch. Specs say it'll tow 3500 lbs. In Texas , electric brakes are mandatory over 3k lbs, so that's cool, as I'll have trailer brakes (will have to get a brake controller).
That I know of, the truck had no tow package (seems reasonable or it'd have a larger factory hitch).
Can my truck pull a trailer of that weight safely and without burning up? I'd be careful up long hills, etc., and don't plan to visit death valley in August...LOL.
So anyone towing a 3500 lbs travel trailer?
Thanks for any info/advice!