Magus2727
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- December 26, 2017
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- City, State
- Utah
- Year, Model & Trim Level
- 2018, Explorer Sport
Is the unibody construction on the Explorer the limiting reason for only 5,000 lbs? When the 3.5l EcoBoost is the same it in a F-150 that has more than 2x the tow capacity?
I am trying to balance a car trailer that can haul a track car (Ford Focus) and possibly a Jeep Cherokee. The 5,000lb "limit" is finding it quite difficult that can handle a enclosed trailer with a 3,500lb vehicle to weigh less than 5,000 lbs.
Most enclosed aluminum trailers weigh in from 2,200 to 2,600 depending on size and options. Open trailers cut about 500lbs but then it's not as multifunctional.
I am interested in the possible reasoning behind the Explorer having the tow capacity it does. Hear those who have towed at or even over the limit.
I live in Utah area so have mountains in all directions when I tow.
I have a 2018 Sport, so comes with the tow package. Are there any other upgrades people would recommend when towing a closer to max capacity? Another extra trans cooler? Larger oil cooler? Different intercooler? Other performance mods? Different hitch than the class 3 from Ford?
Thank you for any and all towing input you can provide.
I am trying to balance a car trailer that can haul a track car (Ford Focus) and possibly a Jeep Cherokee. The 5,000lb "limit" is finding it quite difficult that can handle a enclosed trailer with a 3,500lb vehicle to weigh less than 5,000 lbs.
Most enclosed aluminum trailers weigh in from 2,200 to 2,600 depending on size and options. Open trailers cut about 500lbs but then it's not as multifunctional.
I am interested in the possible reasoning behind the Explorer having the tow capacity it does. Hear those who have towed at or even over the limit.
I live in Utah area so have mountains in all directions when I tow.
I have a 2018 Sport, so comes with the tow package. Are there any other upgrades people would recommend when towing a closer to max capacity? Another extra trans cooler? Larger oil cooler? Different intercooler? Other performance mods? Different hitch than the class 3 from Ford?
Thank you for any and all towing input you can provide.