what is the towing capability of my truck, and i was thinking of getting a class 4, would it be bad to get one or would it make a difference, i see on sites that newer xlt f-150's can tow up to 6500 lbs, does that mean i need a class 4? i dont know squat about towing and tow accessories and such, thanks for the help.

 

Dragon child, If your worried about taking good care of you truck do like I did and run full synthetic mobil one 5-20. If your truck has a factory tow package and your not over loading the weight than you have nothing to worry about. Just run the 5-20. Oh yea, use the Motorcraft filter over others unless you want to spend the money to get a hight dollar k/n type oil filter. The Motorcraft filter has a better anti-drain valve than the comps on the shelf.
Enjoy your truck

 

hey white, believe me i did look at the mobil 1 5-20, but the price on it is just way to high, maybe later ill try it when i want to spend $15 more on oil, but today i channged the oil , all motorcraft, and as far as towing goes, mine didnt come with a hitch, im just looking for one to tow the trailer i will be using and im just lloking for suggestings on what i should use. thanks for the responses.

 

I had a 2002 supercab with the 4.6l 3.55ls rear it had 17" wheels. This info is needed to get the tow rating. My truck came with the factory tow package and this info calculated my tow rating at 6,200lb.

Look in your owners manual for info on tow ratings.
use your engine size, axle size and your wheel size to determine your tow rating

I don't see any reason why you couldn't put a class IV hitch or even a class V. Just don't exceed the tow rating. Your going to do some towing, get a transmission cooler. It comes standard with a tow package. Also your at 25k miles you should get the tranny flushed soon. These transmissions can shudder if not serviced regularly.

Good luck with your move.[sm=pcwhack.gif]

 

ok, first how do i know my axle size? also im not very smart when it comes to engines, where does the transmission cooler go so i can see if imine has one stock? pictures or something. and i was planning to change the transmission fluid and filter before my trip. when i bought my truck it looked like it had hitch before but im not sure. thanks for all the help.

 

if the transmission cooler is the min radiator looking thing, then yes i have one, lol. its about 3" wide and almsot as long as the radiator. engine size, 4.6 v8 not sure of axle sixe. thanks for the help.

 

That sound like you got one. check this out. This should help.[sm=bicker.gif]

http://www.fordf150.net/howto/decode.php

Vehicle Sticker Decoder
Need help decoding what axle or transmission you have? Look no further, because here are the answers.

** To decode the VIN, please go here **

Here is an example of the vehicle sticker you will find in the driver's side door jamb:




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Here is what each of the items are (corresponding numbers):

Exterior Paint Code
Region Code
Domestic SpeciaOrder Code
Wheelbase Code
Brake Code
Interior Trim Code
Tape/Paint Pinstripe Code
Radio Code
Axle Code
Transmission Code
Spring Code
I won't decode each of these items, but I wildecode the popular ones. If you want more help in decoding your tag further, just post a message in our forums.

Now for the decoding:

Axle Codes (LS=Limited Slip / Traction Lok):
F-150:
19 – 3.55 Non-LS
18 – 3.08 Non-LS
H9 – 3.55 LS
B6 – 3.73 LS

F-250:
27 – 3.31 Non-LS
26 – 3.73 Non-LS

Ranger:
84 – 3.45 Non-LS
86 – 3.73 Non-LS
87 – 4.10 Non-LS
89 – 4.56 Non-LS
F6 – 3.73 LS
F7 – 4.10 LS
92 – 3.08 Non-LS
R5 – 3.55 LS
91 – 3.27 Non-LS
96 – 3.73 Non-LS
R6 – 3.73 LS

Transmission Codes:
U – Automatic 4R70W (F-150, F-250)
E – Automatic E4OD (F-150, F-250)
M – 5 speed manuaoverdrive (F-150, F-250, Ranger)
D – Automatic 5 speed (Ranger)
T – Automatic 4 speed (Ranger)

Spring Codes

 

hey thanks alot whitecrystal, thats alot of help, well if i got anymore questions i will post them, thanks alot ppl.

 

I have an '05 F-150 and have used nothing but Amsoil 0W30 oil in it since it turned 1,100 miles. the amsoil oils are top notch.

 

use retella-t 15w-40. i have owned a 97 4.6 f-150 and never had any problems. i start it up every day and its been -4 the last 4 days. still runs great. any questions just ask me.