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Jul 16, 2016 | 08:49 PM

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VanyaWatson

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1985 E-150 towing

I have a 1985 E-150 with the 4.9 online 6 and a 4 speed manual transmission. I don't know the axle ratios or anything like that. Any ideas what the recommended tow capacity is and what the max allowable tongue load is? I've been towing my car on a dolly but I want to buy a car trailer but I worry about the tongue load. Any experience towing with this van?

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Jul 17, 2016 | 07:34 AM

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jayro88

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Does the door sticker have axle codes on it? Maybe use the VIN decoder to get more vehicle info. We need more info to give you an answer.

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