Who's towing an enclosed trailer with an f150
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Originally Posted by rsa
Does anyone have any experience or thoughts on towing 20 ft or so enclosed trailer with the Touareg V10 TDI?
The V8 gets around 12mpg driving 80+ mph. The V10 should get 16 or so. When the 2008 TDIs come out, that will be my next tow vehicle.
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I pull my enclosed Trailex with an F150, and it is effortless. I have 8 tires/wheels and 25 gallons of gas in the back, and a 993 with tools, generator, compressor, etc. I am about to get another F150 lease, and wouldn't consider a diesel unless I had a heavier trailer. The Toureg TDI may take its place if they ever become available again, but having the bed for tires and gas sure is nice. The F150 drives like a car, and the only down side is the poor mileage when towing. It is rock solid, though, and I think it is very comfortable.
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Originally Posted by Chuck Price
The Toureg TDI may take its place if they ever become available again, but having the bed for tires and gas sure is nice.
2007s are also at dealers in 45 states
2008s due in the US in April 2007...according to the latest scuttlebutt.
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Originally Posted by Kevin
With the Chevy gas powerplants you have tuning options for greater torque. Within the first 2K miles I cracked open the trans valve body and re-springed and shimed all the shift points....
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Greg, do you have the 6.0 ltr? I'm sitting at 400HP and similar torque.. You know how you get a lazy 2nd and 3rd?? The valve-body needs a re-program kit, I installed a Trans-go kit.. It saves the bands from glazing from being slipped into the next gear. You can go to a real firm shift.. I went middle of the road with my spring and shim selection.. I wish I went stiffer.. Since new I average 13.8 miles to the gallon..
I wouldn't take your shift kit into a regular wrench.. You can do it yourself if you are technical.. It's a job! If you can't do it, take it to a "good" tranny shop.. The ECU is sent out and re-programmed to your driving needs..
I wouldn't take your shift kit into a regular wrench.. You can do it yourself if you are technical.. It's a job! If you can't do it, take it to a "good" tranny shop.. The ECU is sent out and re-programmed to your driving needs..
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The 03 and 04 and some 05 models had problems with turbo's, electronics, and injectors. Many lemons from this bunch. That said, I have an 06 and sold my trusty 7.3 to get it. I could not be happier. Don't believe the hype! I would *NOT* wait for the 07.5 or 08 6.4's because they, again, will be a new engine, and this one will be much different because of ULSD. My suggestion if one is looking at Ford Diesels, get a 7.3 or a 06/07 6.0. Ford has a $5000 rebate on the 06 models right now, so you can get into one for < 40k if you shop hard.
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The 6.0's have had problems with head gaskets. It seems like the guys that add a performance chip seem to have trouble. I have 59,500 on mine and the only issue I've had was a fuel pump that went out a couple of weeks ago. Ford fixed it under warranty ($100.00 deductible) Some people have had trouble with injectors as well. Overall I love my F 250. I would wait till the new one's come out if you want a Ford. All of the manufactures are giving great deals right now. My friend who bought the Dodge got a fully loaded 4 door truck for just over $40,000. I'm not a big Dodge fan, but the new diesel is very impressive.
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Here is a link showing towing capacities. Just a note is to watch your GVWR. Because generally a 20ft trailer is, what 3k, plus 3k for the car, plus tools, wheels, etc. That adds up. I personally would not go > 90% of GVWR. Engine power is just 1 element to towing. GVWR and braking are very important as well. Being safe towing is better for everyone out on the hwy not just the person towing..
http://www.fordf150.net/2007/2007-fo...ifications.php
I am not sure how heavy you plan to load the trailer, but a F250 is the safe bet. I DD mine, and get just above 20mpg (see sig). Can't beat that. Hope this helps.
http://www.fordf150.net/2007/2007-fo...ifications.php
I am not sure how heavy you plan to load the trailer, but a F250 is the safe bet. I DD mine, and get just above 20mpg (see sig). Can't beat that. Hope this helps.
Originally Posted by 1957 356
I know there are a lot of threads on towing and which vehicles/trailers are best, but I'm curious if anyone here is currently pulling a 20ft enclosed trailer (aluminum or steel) with a newish f150 (5.4 v8) and what the experience has been like. I'm contemplating an 06. I'd also love to know what suggstions or lessons learned on setup you might have.
Thanks,
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Thanks,
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IMO a half ton like a F150 is a poor choice for serious towing , a 3/4 would be much better . I tow with a Duramax 1 ton Dooley Crewcab (sometimes with a fifth wheel) and believe it is the best choice plus you simply cannot beat the TQ of the diesel coupled with the 6speed Alison.
Even when I max out or even exceed (sometimes substantially) the recommended tow weight I hardly feel it is there.
Even when I max out or even exceed (sometimes substantially) the recommended tow weight I hardly feel it is there.
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I agree that towing with a diesel is the best route. I have towed with a Duramax and the Allison 5spd and an 05 Ford 6.0 diesel with 5spd auto and both were great, much better than the older 4spd auto boxes. I now have a 98 Dodge with a 5spd manual and can't be happier. I get 18mpg towing an open trailer.
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Originally Posted by Kevin
Greg, do you have the 6.0 ltr? I'm sitting at 400HP and similar torque.. You know how you get a lazy 2nd and 3rd?? The valve-body needs a re-program kit, I installed a Trans-go kit.. It saves the bands from glazing from being slipped into the next gear. You can go to a real firm shift.. I went middle of the road with my spring and shim selection.. I wish I went stiffer.. Since new I average 13.8 miles to the gallon..
I wouldn't take your shift kit into a regular wrench.. You can do it yourself if you are technical.. It's a job! If you can't do it, take it to a "good" tranny shop.. The ECU is sent out and re-programmed to your driving needs..
I wouldn't take your shift kit into a regular wrench.. You can do it yourself if you are technical.. It's a job! If you can't do it, take it to a "good" tranny shop.. The ECU is sent out and re-programmed to your driving needs..
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I just ordered a 3/4 ton Yukon XL (Suburban). For my needs, and for use as a daily driver as well, a diesel crew cab pickup was too "trucky". I loved the Duramax/Allison combination the most--it drove like a 6,000 pound muscle car & could burn rubber in its first 3 gears from a stop--but I needed a bit more comfort & a bit nicer interior for daily/business use. In addition, around here, diesel is still 30-40 cents per gallon more expensive that 87 octane. Since I am not hauling a 10,000 pound trailer, a gasser 3/4 ton with all the HD towing stuff was the best compromise.
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I would think that the Suburban, with towing options, a good brake controller (I used the Prodigy) and a Reese Dual Cam Sway Control setup would do just fine as long as you keep the max. weights at 70% of capacity or lower.
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Dave, I have been struggling with the same problem. I love my Denali, but could use more towing power (and better mileage) and the diesel trucks, even with the mega cabs are still not as convenient. Of course I could always just screw the mileage and get the 500 hp upgrade from Lingenfelter. It includes a full engine rebuild, supercharger, and trans rebuild for $18K.
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Larry...sweet. That thing have a Hemi?
Gary, I plan to put a Prodigy in it when it arrives. With the 4.10 rear, it is rated at 9,200 pounds for towing. My current payload is a ~3100 pound car + a trailer yet to be purchased, but which will not exceed 2,500 pounds.
Gary, I plan to put a Prodigy in it when it arrives. With the 4.10 rear, it is rated at 9,200 pounds for towing. My current payload is a ~3100 pound car + a trailer yet to be purchased, but which will not exceed 2,500 pounds.