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Mar 25, 2007 | 06:36 AM

coyote0003

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I will soon be towing a 10' landscape trailer with a 2000 Explorer Sport 2WD. I don't expect loads to be too heavy, maybe 2500 lbs at the most.

I have two questions:

The rear has single leaf spring pack. I know this is good for almost nothing. I am thinking of installing either air shocks or a coil over shock. Does anyone have experience with either or both?

Also, I see that there is a factory remote trans cooler. Is this one large enough to tow with or should I replace it with a larger aftermarket piece?

Thanks for all advise given.

Mar 25, 2007 | 10:38 AM

aagitch

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I would think as long as you don't tow over your weight limit you should be fine with your current trans cooler.

Mar 25, 2007 | 11:30 AM

aquanaut20

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I installed 'AIR SPRINGS" to cure my towing sag.

Mar 25, 2007 | 07:40 PM

coyote0003

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What are "air springs" ???

Mar 25, 2007 | 07:46 PM

quicklook2

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rubber bags that add capacity to your stock spring rate.

Mar 25, 2007 | 08:07 PM

Steina

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Don't install air shocks; the mounts aren't designed to handle the loads these shocks put on them. Here's some info on air bags: http://www.suspensionconnection.com/.../air_bags.html

Steve

Mar 26, 2007 | 10:26 AM

aquanaut20

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I have had these on my truck for 5 yrs now with no problem,

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Mar 26, 2007 | 07:32 PM

Steina

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If your towed weight estimate is right, multi-leaf springs would probably be overkill. Plus, your Ex will ride rougher when not towing. Try the bags first.

Steve