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Originally posted by legion
My questions are:
What equipment do I need? All I can think of is a hitch ball, a ball mount, and chains.
How do I determine what size drop I need on the ball mount?
Any hints, tips, recommendations?
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Per the Uhal site:
Your towing vehicle:
* Must be equipped with a hard top if it is an SUV. U-Haul does not allow any type of sport-utility vehicle not equipped with a hard top to tow U-Haul equipment.
* Must weigh at least 3,500 lbs. (curb weight)
* Must have Class 2 tow hitch (3,500 lb. minimum weight-carrying rating)
* Must have 1-7/8", 2" or 2-1/8" hitch ball (3,500 lbs. minimum)
* Must not exceed maximum allowable hitch ball height 25"
* Must have external mirrors on both sides
* Must have fully operational lighting
* Trailer lighting must be operational at all times, day and night
* Maximum recommended speed is 45 MPH
Correct on the round plug as the electronic brake controller. However, Ford did not supply the electronic controler in the vehecile until 2004/05. You need to purchase one. It plugs in under the dash on the driver's side.
You will have no probelm towing with the 6 banger. Although I have the 5.4l, I've towed 40' trailers with my F150, lifted, 35" tires and stock gears.
That';s the same trailer I have reserved for my move to Florida, but I changed out the R&P for the long drive.
Good luck.