aftermarket tow package - ford edge 2009
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aftermarket tow package - ford edge 2009
I need to add 3,500 lb or more towing to my ford edge. Obviously I need the hitch and harness but do I also need an oil and cooler? How about a transmission cooler?
I don't want the receiver/hitch to hang too low and look poor. Do I need to get the FORD OEM receiver/hitch in order to make sure it doesn't hang too low?
I don't want the receiver/hitch to hang too low and look poor. Do I need to get the FORD OEM receiver/hitch in order to make sure it doesn't hang too low?
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The first question is what do you plan on towing with it? The Edge only has a 2000-3500 lb towing capacity depending on the model, and will probably have frontal area limits as well. it will not take much to put an edge over towing limits and your comfort level. You will definitely want a transmission cooler, and brake controller as well.
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I need to add 3,500 lb or more towing to my ford edge. Obviously I need the hitch and harness but do I also need an oil and cooler? How about a transmission cooler?
I don't want the receiver/hitch to hang too low and look poor. Do I need to get the FORD OEM receiver/hitch in order to make sure it doesn't hang too low?
I don't want the receiver/hitch to hang too low and look poor. Do I need to get the FORD OEM receiver/hitch in order to make sure it doesn't hang too low?
Trade it in on an excursion?
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The first question is what do you plan on towing with it? The Edge only has a 2000-3500 lb towing capacity depending on the model, and will probably have frontal area limits as well. it will not take much to put an edge over towing limits and your comfort level. You will definitely want a transmission cooler, and brake controller as well.
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I'd check your payload first, it will be on your door sticker. Take that number and subtract the weight of everything in your edge that didn't come from the factory including people. To see what kind of hitch weight you can handle. If the hitch weight of your boat is similar to that of trailers you can expect a tongue weight of about 525 lbs my google puts the payload of the edge at 900 lbs giving you 375 lbs for people and cargo in the car.
If you are within that range you will want to install the hitch and brake controller. The edge should have a transmission cooler in the radiator but double check. If you have the sport the towing capacity is only 2000 lbs (bigger wheels less ground clearance). You will probably want a weight distribution hitch to keep the front tires on the ground.
Anytime you tow at the upper limit of your vehicles towing capacity you will have challenges. Take it easy on it, give yourself lots of space to stop, try to avoid traffic, only use good boat launches (your boat will almost weigh as much as your car), and get a FULL SIZE SPARE TIRE.
If you are within that range you will want to install the hitch and brake controller. The edge should have a transmission cooler in the radiator but double check. If you have the sport the towing capacity is only 2000 lbs (bigger wheels less ground clearance). You will probably want a weight distribution hitch to keep the front tires on the ground.
Anytime you tow at the upper limit of your vehicles towing capacity you will have challenges. Take it easy on it, give yourself lots of space to stop, try to avoid traffic, only use good boat launches (your boat will almost weigh as much as your car), and get a FULL SIZE SPARE TIRE.
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