powerstrokeaaron

Hey guys I know the towing topics have been beaten to death but just can't decide. The 2 trucks I am looking at are a 2010 F150 Lariat 5.4L with 3.73 and a 2013 F150 XLT Ecoboost with 3.55 rear end. Both have 305/55/20 tires. Do you think either of these would do okay towing a 8k (loaded weight) travel trailer? Largest hill I have to pull on camping trips is an 8 mile 7% grade. I am looking for an ecoboost with 3.73 but they aren't as readily available on the used market and this is one of the few eco's that is in the budget. I am upgrading from a 2010 F150 4.6L with 3.73, had stock tires but a 3 inch cat back so I know I lost a ton of low end but it would only do 30 mph pulling that hill and trans got real hot. Thanks for any input.

mark waller

I would lean to the ecoboost but what is the payload of each truck?

acdii

Hands down the 3.5 is the towing king, BUT, as Mark mentioned, payload of the trucks will matter most. The XLT "should" have the higher payload of the two since Lariat trims tend toward being heavier. However, since we don't know all the details of each truck, such as cab type, bed size, etc. you need to look at payload, and whether or not they have at the very least a tow package.

powerstrokeaaron

Where would I find pay load does it list it on the driver's door jamb sticker? Both are super crew 5.5 beds

acdii

Yes, there is a yellow tag stating capacities. Its next to the build sticker.

Norotso

The one with highest payload cap. since you want to tug 8k behind you. Pending the numbers neither may be adequate for the job...

johndeerefarmer

Ecoboost without a doubt. If you are using a weight distributing hitch which moves part of the load to the front axle I wouldn't be worrying about payload so much

jp360cj

Payload is still important with a WDH, as you will most likely go over GVWR before RAWR.

But I would lean towards the EB as well. Also other advantages to the 2013 over the 2010 (especially the select shift for towing). To find an EB with 3.73, you'll probably have to find one with Max Tow package, or a 2011/2012 FX4 (or 4x4 offroad package).

BRUTE448

agreed with all on 3.5 eco wayy over 5.4, but heavily agreed payload is a biggie for pullin 8K lbs

powerstrokeaaron

I'm going to check it out today will check the payload. Do you think the ecoboost will have any power issues pulling that big grade with 3.55's and the 33's on it?