Can the Ecoboost Tow My Tractor
08-28-2013, 09:13 PM
#32
Have my truck it's great
My truck with the HD payload package has come in and I'm really enjoying it. I haven't done any towing yet, though - I'm looking at options for equipment trailers to tow my tractor. It's a green Lariat with Adobe interior. I'll try to post pics.
Regarding the ride of the F150 with the HD Payload Package versus the non-HD, I'd say that the HD payload package is a bit stiffer, but still comfortable. It feels maybe half-way between a regular F150 and an F250, both of which I test drove at dealerships. I like it. It doesn't feel wish-washy - feels firm like a truck should be.
I would say that I'm aware the back-end has some stiffnes and spring to it. I bet this thing drives particularly well when trailering something.
I was concerned about not getting the 20 inch wheels, but the 17 inchers look just fine. I actually like the wheels better than many of the other options available - they look traditional / timeless, not trendy.
Regarding the ride of the F150 with the HD Payload Package versus the non-HD, I'd say that the HD payload package is a bit stiffer, but still comfortable. It feels maybe half-way between a regular F150 and an F250, both of which I test drove at dealerships. I like it. It doesn't feel wish-washy - feels firm like a truck should be.
I would say that I'm aware the back-end has some stiffnes and spring to it. I bet this thing drives particularly well when trailering something.
I was concerned about not getting the 20 inch wheels, but the 17 inchers look just fine. I actually like the wheels better than many of the other options available - they look traditional / timeless, not trendy.
11-17-2013, 08:38 PM
#33
Truck Towing Tractor
This weekend I did 2 test drives with the trailer/tractor hooked to the truck. One in my neighborhood, the other out on the interstate and another 55 MPG highway.
I ended up buying a trailer that weighed more than I planned, so the whole rig weighs in at about 10,800 lbs.
The truck pulled it just fine, and I felt in control the whole time. Going up decent sized hills I had to push my foot on the gas to maintain speed, but the Ecoboost was responsive, even though you could tell it was working. As another person said, it wasn't a rocketship, but it did the job. It manages a lot of power at low RPMs - 1500-2000. I'm planning on a longer trip next weekend so will have more to share.
Again, I have the max trailer tow and heavy duty payload package with Ecoboost.
If I was towing every week, I might consider a 3/4 or 1 ton diesel. Disclaimer: I've never towed this much weight, and never owned a diesel, so can't compare.
I ended up buying a Load Trail 14k trailer, and an Andersen Weight Distribution Hitch.
Here's a photo of the whole setup.
I ended up buying a trailer that weighed more than I planned, so the whole rig weighs in at about 10,800 lbs.
The truck pulled it just fine, and I felt in control the whole time. Going up decent sized hills I had to push my foot on the gas to maintain speed, but the Ecoboost was responsive, even though you could tell it was working. As another person said, it wasn't a rocketship, but it did the job. It manages a lot of power at low RPMs - 1500-2000. I'm planning on a longer trip next weekend so will have more to share.
Again, I have the max trailer tow and heavy duty payload package with Ecoboost.
If I was towing every week, I might consider a 3/4 or 1 ton diesel. Disclaimer: I've never towed this much weight, and never owned a diesel, so can't compare.
I ended up buying a Load Trail 14k trailer, and an Andersen Weight Distribution Hitch.
Here's a photo of the whole setup.
Last edited by jack12345; 11-17-2013 at 08:50 PM.
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11-18-2013, 12:20 AM
#35
Keepin' the lights on!
