I have a 2000 expedition with the 4.6 V8. I use this to tow a 21ft
Maxum which weights about 5k lbs. Do you guys think this is a safe rig.
And is there anything I can do to improve my expedition's towing
capacity. Thank you

I don't know what the specs are, you can probably find them in your owners
manual.
If the frame/hitch can handle the weight, the next concerns are the
transmission and the brakes. If you have a tow package, you probably have a
transmission cooler, so that should be OK, as long as you're not very
overweight. That's a heavy load and I don't know if the brakes are included
in a tow package. I'd drive carefully, and avoid having to brake hard.
"maxumcruiser" wrote in message
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I have a 2000 expedition with the 4.6 V8. I use this to tow a 21ft
Maxum which weights about 5k lbs. Do you guys think this is a safe rig.
And is there anything I can do to improve my expedition's towing
capacity. Thank you

maxumcruiser wrote:

I have a 2000 expedition with the 4.6 V8. I use this to tow a 21ft
Maxum which weights about 5k lbs. Do you guys think this is a safe rig.
And is there anything I can do to improve my expedition's towing
capacity. Thank you


Here is the maximum with a towing package installed:

2000 Ford Truck Expedition 4x2 4.6 V-8 5900
Requires Trailer Towing Package.
Requires weight-distributing hitch.
Requires 16-inch tires.
Requires 3.31:1 axle ratio.


Year Make Model Engine Tow Limit
2000 Ford Truck Expedition 4x4 4.6 V-8 6000
Requires Trailer Towing Package.
Requires 3.55:1 axle ratio.
Requires weight-distributing hitch.
Requires 16-inch tires.

Source:
http://tinyurl.com/apdk7

Dan

My trailer is a dual axel trailer but does not have breaks. The
Expedition doesnt have a towing package. I usually have no problems
towing in the city but have not used it for towing in long trips. Can I
add after market parts to make the Expedition a better tow vehicle.

"maxumcruiser" wrote in message
ups.com...
My trailer is a dual axel trailer but does not have breaks. The
Expedition doesnt have a towing package. I usually have no problems
towing in the city but have not used it for towing in long trips. Can I
add after market parts to make the Expedition a better tow vehicle.


About the only thing on the Exp is a tranny cooler. Most states require
brakes on a 4500# boat trailer. Look at www.championtrailers.com in
slidell, LA. Good people, fast shipping, and reasonable.

Thanks for the Info

maxumcruiser wrote:

My trailer is a dual axel trailer but does not have breaks. The
Expedition doesnt have a towing package. I usually have no problems
towing in the city but have not used it for towing in long trips. Can I
add after market parts to make the Expedition a better tow vehicle.


Breaks in any trailer would be a disaster with, or without, an "axel"!

Dan

Notice how he capitalizes the name Maxum, but not Expedition. Give
respect where due, I always say...
JR

maxumcruiser wrote:
I have a 2000 expedition with the 4.6 V8. I use this to tow a 21ft
Maxum which weights about 5k lbs. Do you guys think this is a safe rig.
And is there anything I can do to improve my expedition's towing
capacity. Thank you



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