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Old Aug 7, 2006 | 05:22 PM
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towing package

What all does the towing package consist of ???
 
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Old Aug 7, 2006 | 06:34 PM
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When I bought mine, it consisted of: 7 pin trailer connector, class 3 frame mounted receiver hitch, Heavy duty electrical/cooling group( I think it is a trans cooler and maybe a better alternator?), heavy duty shock absorbers.


I think that is the basics.....
 
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Old Aug 8, 2006 | 10:29 AM
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In '97, larger radiator, heavier leaf spring in the rear, bigger alternator as well.
 
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Old Aug 8, 2006 | 12:55 PM
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trailer tow package

In 1997, my F250 light duty XLT 4wd 5.4L came with the following:
option code 535 Trailer Towing Group which includes
- 3.73 rear axle
- 7-wire trailering harness
- Class III hitch
- H.D. Service package (option code 53C) which includes
- 130 amp alternator
- 78 amp battery
- super engine cooling (larger radiator)
- Auxiliary transmission Oil Cooling (with auto trans)
 
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