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[a/s] Towing capacity
I have a 1993 Ford Explorer with a 4.0 Liter EFI V-6 engine, 4WD and
automatic transmission. There is a 1964 AIRSTREAM 20' Safari for sale
that just may be that starter trailer I want. It weighs about 4000
pounds. Now the question of towing capacity has come up.
Here are the specs from the door on my truck:
GVWR: 5280
Front: 2540 LB
Rear: 3000 LB
Transmission: T
Axle: 41
Springs: NU
Type GVM U34V
Using the manual, I find that the trailer weight is rated at 3200
pounds—I think this is for the bumper hitch. If I were to install a
class III hitch under the vehicle and use a weight distribution system
what would my capacity be?
Does anyone on the list have a similar vehicle or know how I can resolve
this question?
Thank you,
Peter E Kaiser