towing an enclosed trailer
01-13-2009, 02:38 PM
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towing an enclosed trailer
I have a 2006 F-150 4x4 w/ the 5.4l. I am looking into buying an enclosed trailer probably 24 - 26 foot long to haul atv's. What upgrades would I need to be able to haul it safely? Would I need a chip, suspension air bags, pretty sure electric brake hookups?
01-13-2009, 04:41 PM
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yeah, I have an arctic cat prowler which is 9' long and a four-wheeler about 7' long and I wanted to build a bathroom/shower are in the front.
But yes I do have the tow-package, so you think all I'd need is the brake controller, no air bag suspension or anything?
But yes I do have the tow-package, so you think all I'd need is the brake controller, no air bag suspension or anything?
01-13-2009, 08:01 PM
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Dude I hauled a 14 footer loaded with 3 quads and 1 in the back of the truck to the dunes a while back. Bout 600 miles one way. The best mileage I got was a little over 8. Prepare for a gas bill with that trailer. I'd borrow someones diesel.
01-13-2009, 08:14 PM
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Get the trailer manufacturers recomendation. At the very least, I'd want a heavy duty transmission cooler (you may already have this if your truck has the optional towing package).
I'd also look into a hitch that has the auto leveling ability to compinsate for tongue weight.
I'd also look into a hitch that has the auto leveling ability to compinsate for tongue weight.