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Old 03-20-2002, 06:38 PM
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Towing with 2002 F150 and Class III Tow Package

well you may be alright but then again you may be "pushing" it a little with that 6300# empty trialer F-150 7700# paylod package rig (or it may be pushing you when the trailer is loaded that is)

You have to look at much more then just empty trailer weight.

Have you estimated the weight of the equipment/goodies you will be loading into your trailer/truck combo when setting off on your camping trip? What type of terrain will you be towing in and how often? How many miles will you be subjecting your truck to these towing conditions at a strech?

Remember a family of four can easily be in the 500-700# range (Pop=200, mom=140, sis=100, lil bro=80) and that doesn't include lugagge! Now add your camping gear and, well it won't be long before your draggin the equavilent of 8000# or more of tailer, people and gear.

Petrol