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Mar 16, 2004 | 01:31 PM

panelguy

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Hello I have a 97 f150 with a 4.2, manual trans and its been great so far. I am planning to tow a trailer this summer one that is about 2000 pounds.I will put a proper hitch to make it safe. Any of you guys towed with your trucks and how was it on hills etc. Thanks

Mar 16, 2004 | 02:41 PM

true4.2

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From: Lufkin

You should be fine as long as you don't tow in overdrive up hills and stuff like that. Always keep it in the lower gear.

Mar 17, 2004 | 05:17 AM

sigma

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Your truck will do fine with a 2,000 pound trailer.

Here is a link to another towing thread...
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/s...=%25252BTowing

Mar 26, 2004 | 11:18 AM

david.brady

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From: Deep East Texas

I was very surprised with my 4.2. I moved from Central Texas to Colorado Springs, CO and pulled second to largest uhaul trailer packed to the hilt with no problems. Once I got to Colorado I noticed that on the hills it would have to kick down (auto tranny) but other than that it was great. Never pull in O/D and you'll be fine. I drove at 75-80 the whole way (not the safest).

Do you have a tow package? I believe 5500lbs is the max you want to pull according to specs. I would recommend the Class III anyway.