Difference between Std & Towing Pkg. Leaf Springs

[Katmandu]

Is there any difference(s) in the rear leaf springs from the Towing Package and the Non-Towing Package equipped Explorers ??

My 98 has the Towing Package and rides like a tank. Since I do no towing what-so-ever with it, I would really like to soften up the ride.

Suggestions please ??

 

[snocross1985]

There is no difference in the spring packs.

 

[Katmandu]

There is no difference in the spring packs.

Wow.... Then what does the "Towing Package" consist of then ??

 

[snocross1985]

Towing package on your explorer should consist of a factory hitch, aux transmission fluid cooler for automatic transmissions, and a limited slip (posi) rear differential. There should also be a trailer wiring harness under the passenger taillight (behind the bumper) I beleive.

 

[Katmandu]

Towing package on your explorer should consist of a factory hitch, aux transmission fluid cooler for automatic transmissions, and a limited slip (posi) rear differential. There should also be a trailer wiring harness under the passenger taillight (behind the bumper) I beleive.

Roger that.

So.... NO difference(s) in the suspension parts (spring rates/shocks) then ???

 

[snocross1985]

Correct. No differences in springs, shocks, or other suspension parts.

 

[Lee S.]

My 98 came with something called 'Trailer Tow Prep' which I assume is different from the 'towing package' you are asking about. Trailer Tow Prep came with the aux tranny cooler and the wiring for a trailer terminating under the driver's side tail light.... no factory hitch, limited slip (I have an open diff) or changes in any suspension parts.

 

[Brian_B]

Towing package on your explorer should consist of a factory hitch, aux transmission fluid cooler for automatic transmissions, and a limited slip (posi) rear differential. There should also be a trailer wiring harness under the passenger taillight (behind the bumper) I beleive.

My 01 has everything you listed, just no hitch. The wiring harness is still sealed in the factory bag in the side pocket.

 

[rizzjc]

I got my '97 AWD V8 with the trailer package. It did *not* include the hitch, so I made the dealer have one put on, so I didn't have to deal with it. It did have the trailer harness under the bumper, that you plug the pigtail into (which was included), the tranny cooler, and limited slip. I added Bilsteins, and it tows much better now. Upgraded brakes would be nice.

 

[aldive]

My '99 tow package had no hitch.