$ difference between 2.7 and 3.5
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$ difference between 2.7 and 3.5
Doing some build and price. Putting together a RWD Screw Lariat 502a, Max Tow on the 3.5, max tow pieces on the 2.7 since Max Tow not an option, Tailgate step, bed extender, tow mirrors, and sport package.
Difference between the two, the 3.5 costs $481 more. That is how much the Max Tow package saves when trying to outfit the least expensive engine option to match.
If I order one, I now know exactly what to order. I really like the way it looks too.
Difference between the two, the 3.5 costs $481 more. That is how much the Max Tow package saves when trying to outfit the least expensive engine option to match.
If I order one, I now know exactly what to order. I really like the way it looks too.
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The hitch is different with max tow. The steering is a different ratio with max tow and the springs are different with max tow. You can't outfit your truck with any of these unless you make a trip to your friendly ford dealers parts counter.
Right from the ford order guide.
Right from the ford order guide.
MAX TRAILER TOW PACKAGE (53C)Usage:
● Max Towing capability 13,200 lbs.Availability:
● Optional on XL, XLT, Lariat, King Ranch® and Platinum
Not available with:
● 122.5” Wheelbase
Requires:
● 3.5L V6 EcoBoost® engine (99G)
Includes:
● 3.55 Electronic-locking rear-axle (3.73 Electronic-locking rear-axle
with Heavy-Duty Payload Pkg. 627)
● 4-pin/7-pin wiring harness
● Class IV hitch receiver
● Smart Trailer Tow Connector
● Auxiliary transmission oil cooler
● Pro Trailer Backup Assist with Trailer Hook Up Light (Optionnal on XL Base)
● Integrated Trailer Brake Controller
● Upgraded Front stabilizer bar
● Upgraded Radiator
● Upgraded Rear bumper
Optional Equipment Note:
● Max GCWR/Max Tow achieved on SuperCrew® when equipped with 20” Wheels
NOTE: Trucks with Max Tow configuration above will also come
equipped with max springs, steering gear and upgraded
stabilizer bar for this configuration.
● Max Towing capability 13,200 lbs.Availability:
● Optional on XL, XLT, Lariat, King Ranch® and Platinum
Not available with:
● 122.5” Wheelbase
Requires:
● 3.5L V6 EcoBoost® engine (99G)
Includes:
● 3.55 Electronic-locking rear-axle (3.73 Electronic-locking rear-axle
with Heavy-Duty Payload Pkg. 627)
● 4-pin/7-pin wiring harness
● Class IV hitch receiver
● Smart Trailer Tow Connector
● Auxiliary transmission oil cooler
● Pro Trailer Backup Assist with Trailer Hook Up Light (Optionnal on XL Base)
● Integrated Trailer Brake Controller
● Upgraded Front stabilizer bar
● Upgraded Radiator
● Upgraded Rear bumper
Optional Equipment Note:
● Max GCWR/Max Tow achieved on SuperCrew® when equipped with 20” Wheels
NOTE: Trucks with Max Tow configuration above will also come
equipped with max springs, steering gear and upgraded
stabilizer bar for this configuration.
Last edited by Bluetoy; Apr 16, 2018 at 10:00 AM.
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I think the reason MT is only on the 3.5 is because it maintains it's power regardless of altitude. Now drop a Whipple and the 5.0 can do it as well. When I said to get the options to match MT, I meant available options such as 36 gallon tank, locking 3.55 rear, tow package, and ITBC. Of course if you want true max tow, adding all the other items from over the counter and now you are seriously way above the $481 difference of the 3.5.
One other item to note that I discovered later. You cannot get the tech package on RWD. Like WTH Ford!?!? In order to get it you have to spend another $3500 for the 4WD. bastriches
One other item to note that I discovered later. You cannot get the tech package on RWD. Like WTH Ford!?!? In order to get it you have to spend another $3500 for the 4WD. bastriches
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come down to the XLT sport package - add the rear and the gas tank options. I don't even know if you can do that.
On the steering thing - IIRC standard truck is a 2.8 turns lock to lock steering gear where max tow is something like 3.2 turns lock to lock. Gives you finer control a lower speeds - and the EPAS is calibrated differently.
On the steering thing - IIRC standard truck is a 2.8 turns lock to lock steering gear where max tow is something like 3.2 turns lock to lock. Gives you finer control a lower speeds - and the EPAS is calibrated differently.
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8300 lbs towing on my XLT SCrew 4x4 Sport, Payload Package helps but my moonroof lowered it. I'm sure it would be even lower on a Lariat unless you don't get the moonroof. Tows 7500 lbs just fine but I wouldn't do it every weekend, or through the rockies. But my 5000 lb travel trailer tows easily every weekend of the summer anywhere I go. I have the regular tow package (not max-tow) and the payload package with 3.73 gearing.