6.2L vs. Ecoboost Towing Heavy
09-21-2013, 02:11 AM
#11
Senior Member
09-21-2013, 07:31 AM
#12
Don't let the numbers fool you. There is NO way I would use a 1/2 truck on a regular basis to tow 8k+ lb trailer. I got a Maxtow EB. I would recommend a Super Duty 6.2 or Diesel. These trucks suspensions are not able to handle these loads bouncing down the highway. If you did want a F150 I would recommend changing the shocks on F150. But I would recommend a 6.2 in a F150 to handle that load. Yes, the EB has a lower TQ curve but you got to really get RPM's up high to get the engine to perform. I like the feel of a SD, it really feels planted to the ground and in control of your tow load.
The following users liked this post:
jayandsam09 (09-22-2013)
09-21-2013, 08:37 AM
#13
Don't let the numbers fool you. There is NO way I would use a 1/2 truck on a regular basis to tow 8k+ lb trailer. I got a Maxtow EB. I would recommend a Super Duty 6.2 or Diesel. These trucks suspensions are not able to handle these loads bouncing down the highway. If you did want a F150 I would recommend changing the shocks on F150. But I would recommend a 6.2 in a F150 to handle that load. Yes, the EB has a lower TQ curve but you got to really get RPM's up high to get the engine to perform. I like the feel of a SD, it really feels planted to the ground and in control of your tow load.
I have over 8000 miles pulling my travel trailer and trust me when I say it pulls remarkably well at low rpms.
The following 4 users liked this post by 93Cobra#2771:
09-21-2013, 08:48 AM
#14
All 4x4, lariat, 4 dr 6.4's with under 40,000 miles
http://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-s...gIndex=1&Log=0
http://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-s...gIndex=5&Log=0
Even a custom FTx edition
http://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-s...49653478&Log=0
http://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-s...gIndex=1&Log=0
http://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-s...gIndex=5&Log=0
Even a custom FTx edition
http://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-s...49653478&Log=0
09-21-2013, 09:21 AM
#15
There is a few things to factor in, if you live at sea level and you don't tow at any elevation the 6.2 does have better power ratings. I live at 4500ft and go up from there. At this elevation the eb is the way to go. With the trailer that you are towing you might want to put air bags on the bag of your truck.
09-21-2013, 09:53 AM
#16
That's funny - I tow practically the same load with my EB at 55-60 mph turning 1500-1700 rpm. 2200 rpm max when I hit the smoky mountains. Most rpm I've ever seen pulling is 3500 pulling a 6% grade at 50mph. Right before it shifted into fourth and dropped substantially.
I have over 8000 miles pulling my travel trailer and trust me when I say it pulls remarkably well at low rpms.
I have over 8000 miles pulling my travel trailer and trust me when I say it pulls remarkably well at low rpms.
Don't get me wrong, the EB does pull and tow great. Its the way the load makes the trucks rear/front bounce more then my SD. It may be the shocks on my truck. I got the EB MaxTow 3.73,6.5 bed,off-road package CC. Maybe its my setup or bed length that causes the truck to bounce more but my SD was rock solid and never any play in the truck while hauling. I only tow a 21ft bass boat,tandem axle trailer. It is around 3500 +lbs. Maybe I need to replace the shocks on this truck for a stiffer suspension, but if I do that then I shoulda just stayed with the SD.
09-21-2013, 10:03 AM
#17
Member
09-21-2013, 10:20 AM
#19
Member
The following 4 users liked this post by rdkev:
09-21-2013, 12:26 PM
#20
Senior Member
Don't get me wrong, the EB does pull and tow great. Its the way the load makes the trucks rear/front bounce more then my SD. It may be the shocks on my truck. I got the EB MaxTow 3.73,6.5 bed,off-road package CC. Maybe its my setup or bed length that causes the truck to bounce more but my SD was rock solid and never any play in the truck while hauling. I only tow a 21ft bass boat,tandem axle trailer. It is around 3500 +lbs. Maybe I need to replace the shocks on this truck for a stiffer suspension, but if I do that then I shoulda just stayed with the SD.
The following users liked this post:
isthatahemi (09-23-2013)
