expedition with 4.6 power question
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expedition with 4.6 power question
I have a 99 expedition with a 4.6 full time 4wd. Will de using it to tow a car and trailer about 1000 miles. And I will be using it on other fishing trips and such with a heavy boat.I know I can do something with a computer chip or something to get more power and torque out of it. But is it a noticeable difference. I know that at times you can get better gas milage to by doing this, I believe?? Can anyone help give me some insight on this??? I sure would appreciate it. Can this motor take the trip towing car and trailer that far without pushing it to far???? Thanks
Last edited by Mikes67F250; Apr 6, 2006 at 08:14 AM.
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So long as you are within the factory towing limits, you should be fine.
Do you know what your rear-axle ratio is?
I may sound like a broken record, but rear gears play a big - and definitely noticeable - role in towing. Especially if you have a 4x4 with large, oversized tires.
Do a quick search, there's a few posts on how to determine what your rear-axle ratio is.
Do you know what your rear-axle ratio is?
I may sound like a broken record, but rear gears play a big - and definitely noticeable - role in towing. Especially if you have a 4x4 with large, oversized tires.
Do a quick search, there's a few posts on how to determine what your rear-axle ratio is.
