Tested out towing a 2900 lbs trailer with 2.7 Badlands w/ tow package

[Kaopeterson]

Tested out the towing yesterday and in general it was great. Had to switch hitches to my weight distribution hitch since it is longer and the spare was in the way for my short trip hitch. Found out it has sway control. Didn’t add my brake controller because I couldn’t find the plug or maybe it’s different but the trailer weighs 2900 lbs so just under the required weight for needing one. I’ll get one added before I head into the mountains as it gives some good piece of mind.

Specs: 2.7 Badlands high package w/ tow package

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[KnoxGnater]

Thanks for the pics, I hadn't thought about the spare interfering, I'll need to check that out.

Great looking rig BTW. Report back on highway manners when you can please.

 

[Gr8Hortoni]

I commented on your fb post over the weekend. Beautiful ride! I think this might help alleviate how close and tight everything is.

https://www.harborfreight.com/12-in...MI_LiGkc218gIVxfrICh05egJIEAQYASABEgL4EvD_BwE

 

[Lakelife36]

Looks like it didn't squat much either. Do you have an estimate on the tongue weight of that trailer?
And I second the request for a report on highway road manner!

 

[combatninja]

That little thing weighs 2900 pounds!? I have a 20' R-pod that I have pared down to 3150 without water and propane onboard. Looks nice and level, do you know your tongue weight? I am assuming around 350 pounds. Looks like the Bronc rear suspension is taking it like a champ.

 

[Kaopeterson]

I commented on your fb post over the weekend. Beautiful ride! I think this might help alleviate how close and tight everything is.

https://www.harborfreight.com/12-in...MI_LiGkc218gIVxfrICh05egJIEAQYASABEgL4EvD_BwE

Thanks. The weight distribution hitch was long enough that it didn’t cause have the same issue but that extension would be handy for those short moves.

 

[Kaopeterson]

Looks like it didn't squat much either. Do you have an estimate on the tongue weight of that trailer?
And I second the request for a report on highway road manner!

It had a little squat. Noticed when I sat back in to drive off that I was leaned back, lol. Not much but could tell it did. Highway drive was great. Went on some bouncy roads as well and it settled quickly.

 

[JakeC]

Can I ask which engine?

 

[Paul Gagnon]

Now imagine what a saggy ass it would have if it sat level when unloaded.

 

[Djstang2011]

How about a few glamour shots of the Bronco?
Looks like my build, would be nice to see what it will look like. (if it ever gets built)

 

[M&M Beer]

I plan on adding the trailer brake to my Bronco now that I see they have one that we can order that is plug and play.

 

[NC_Pinz]

Looking good. I had to deal with the same issue on my FJCruiser with the spare sticking out. Your trailer is the right height and everything behind the Bronco.

 

[Dads_bronze_bronco]

About how much clearance between the top of the trailer coupler and the bottom of the spare?

(Edit): Thanks for posting this - especially with a two door. Like others: very interested in your experience.

 

[Kaopeterson]

Can I ask which engine?

2.7 BL High package with tow

 

[Flourman]

As people tow with these, especially when getting near the max tow, keep an eye on the water temp on long grades. The 2.7 shouldn’t have much of an issue as it’s oversized for the tow capacity but the 2.3 might see some issues.

When the ecoboost motors run, they like to shift up to still keep fuel Econ’s, even in a tow/haul mode. What this leads to, when pulling a large grade, is lots of boost being pushed and the water pump not turning very fast. The turbos are water cooled so the extra boost means extra heat.

It may not even be an issue with the Bronco’s but I know my 2nd gen 3.5EB in my F150 will run warm on big grades. I’ll lock out 8/9/10 to keep out of the overdrive gears and keep the RPM’s spinning when towing. Long grades or trying to pull hard acceleration on grade will warm it up too. I’ve never went into limp mode (251 water temp I believe) but I’ve seen 241 several times. The motors have the power but not the cooling for high boost, low coolant movement.

I’m curious to see how the bronco’s fair when towing and water temps.

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