Towing with the 4x4 auto

[cguay]

Anyone know if there is anything besides an aux tranny cooler that you can do to the v6 explorer so you can tow more? I have a camper that weighs 3300 lbs and it seems to be just a little too heavy for my exploder. I have looked at other vehicles to tow with, but don't really want to get rid of my explorer. any help would be appreciated.

1994 Explorer Limited 70,000 miles.......power everything!!!!

 

[Alec]

Besides an aux tranny cooler and shift kit, there isn't much. Lower gearing in your differentials would help, but on a 4x4 that is an expensive proposition just for towing help.

How far are you gonna be towing this 3300 lbs? That is within the tow rating of the truck, but I wouldn't do it for more than 250 miles at a time. Also, your rear leaf springs are going to sag if you tow that much weight enough. You'd need to get new ones or an add-a-leaf kit to fix that.

 

[AlaskanJack]

Can't argue with Alec on those points. On another note Welcome I was reading your post then realized that it was your first. There is a lot of information on here. Also a lot of great and helpful individuals that just love thier Explorers.