can my f-150 tow this boat safely. - The Hull Truth

frankliekefet · 04-14-2005, 11:32 PM

im looking into possibly buying a 24 blackfin console/cuddy. the boat i believe wieghs 5500. has anyone every towed this boat? what type of trailer would you recommend?

rotordriver · 04-15-2005, 12:00 AM

I think you will need twin f150's for a boat that size.

Drifter · 04-15-2005, 12:30 AM

Consider the additional weight of a full gas tank, along with other gear, and be sure to get a trailer rated to haul the loaded weight. And the trailer will likely weigh 1200#+-. Then check to see what your truck is rated to tow...

mtcfish · 04-15-2005, 06:59 AM

The New F150's can haul around 8800 lbs. I have towed my old 25' 7000 lb Chris Craft Tournament (Twin 350 inbords) and 26' Regulators. You should be ok. I was using an 8000 lb trailer that weighted 1700 lbs wiyh a total GVE of 9700.

ReelWork · 04-15-2005, 07:58 AM

You could, but I would not recommend it..

You do know that F-150's come with 3 eingine packages, 2 V-8's and a V-6. When asking a question like this, try to be a little more informative. I mean you mentioned what type of boat, but failed to mention anything about the trailer (tandem or triple axle, brakes?) - the type of F-150 is more important since that is what you are concerned about, right???

Anyways, if you have the v-6, then not a chance. If you have the 4.6 V-8, that's better and OK for short trips, but the only one I would actually tow it with would be the 5.4 with OD off and you should have a 4x4 or at least a limited slip..

bbogue · 04-15-2005, 08:01 AM

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ReelWork - 4/15/2005 6:58 AM

You could, but I would not recommend it..

You do know that F-150's come with 2 eingine sizes and when asking a question like this, try to be a little more informative. I mean you mentioned what type of boat, don't you think the type of F-150 is just as, if not more important???

Anyways, if you have the v-6, then not a chance. If you have the 4.6 V-8, that's better and OK for short trips, but the only one I would actually tow it with would be the 5.4 with OD off and you should have a 4x4 or at least a limited slip..

...and at least the 3.73 differential.

Bill

okletsfish · 04-15-2005, 10:02 AM

I installed air bags on my 1500 chevy to eliminate rear end sag,to pull my 228 Grady.The truck had a 305 ,and 373 rear .It did ok on flat ground,but squalked when pullin hills and merging onto the interstates.I have since moved to a 3/4 ton.

prockvoan · 04-15-2005, 12:36 PM

You didn't say how far you will be towing?If its down the street,yes!100 miles,maybe,1000 miles at a time,NO!

capecodder86 · 04-15-2005, 01:27 PM

time to trade upto the v-10 or powerstroke

Joe · 04-15-2005, 01:29 PM

You're gonna need a diesel dually 4x4 for that. Maybe even a small Freightliner/Kenworth. with 18 fwd speeds, You won't even know it's back there!

roundtuit · 04-15-2005, 01:49 PM

And don't forget the extended warranty for that Ford to repair the transmission. Been there and done that TWICE! But on MY dime!

Afishinado · 04-15-2005, 01:50 PM

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Joe - 4/15/2005 1:29 PM

You're gonna need a diesel dually 4x4 for that. Maybe even a small Freightliner/Kenworth. with 18 fwd speeds, You won't even know it's back there!

I was waiting for that!

frankliekefet · 04-15-2005, 05:50 PM

looks like i will stick with a 24 albemarle. the most i would be towing either boat would be 120 miles down to o.b.x.my truck has a 351 yes it is a 4x4 with limited slip. what ever trailer i get will have disc brakes. thanks for the comments guys.

SWL7 · 04-15-2005, 09:51 PM

Frank:

I'm currently looking for a truck to tow my Parker 2520XL so i can share with you what I've learned so far....The 05 F150 4X2 Supercrew is rated to tow 9500#, 4x4-9200#. If you have a regular cab, 4x2-9900#, 4x4-9500#. As stated above, you will need a minimum of a 3.73 differential axle if you have the 4x2. If your rig fits this criteria, you should be fine with 5500#...just weigh your boat fully loaded to determine total weight(including trailer). I weighed mine today at a public scale and was off by 500#'s from my estimate. There are folks on the forum with far more knowledge than me so this is just my $0.02.

capecodder86 · 04-16-2005, 12:30 AM

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SWL7 - 4/15/2005 8:51 PM

Frank:

I'm currently looking for a truck to tow my Parker 2520XL so i can share with you what I've learned so far....The 05 F150 4X2 Supercrew is rated to tow 9500#, 4x4-9200#. If you have a regular cab, 4x2-9900#, 4x4-9500#. As stated above, you will need a minimum of a 3.73 differential axle if you have the 4x2. If your rig fits this criteria, you should be fine with 5500#...just weigh your boat fully loaded to determine total weight(including trailer). I weighed mine today at a public scale and was off by 500#'s from my estimate. There are folks on the forum with far more knowledge than me so this is just my $0.02.

once again we bring up the topic of the engine... is it the 4.6, 5.4, v-10 or powerstoke diesel?

welder · 04-16-2005, 10:37 AM

frankliekefet · 04-16-2005, 12:20 PM

my f 150 has the 3.73 gears with a 5.8 motor. extended cab.the farthest i will only be towing would be 100 miles.

Seacat FL · 04-16-2005, 12:30 PM

Straight from the 2005 Ford Towing Guide I got from my local Ford Dealer:

4 x 2 F150 Super Cab 3.73 gears and 5.4l V8
132.5"Wb = 8,100 lbs
144.5"Wb = 9,500 lbs

Reduce by 500 lbs if you have 18" wheels

Your mileage may vary, I don't work for Ford

Seacat FL · 04-16-2005, 12:32 PM

Straight from the 2005 Ford Towing Guide I got from my local Ford Dealer:

2005 4 x 2 F150 Super Cab 3.73 gears and 5.4l V8
132.5"Wb = 8,100 lbs
144.5"Wb = 9,500 lbs

Reduce by 500 lbs if you have 18" wheels

Your mileage may vary, I don't work for Ford

Sandtiger · 04-16-2005, 02:24 PM

Seems he already has the truck. The specs for a new truck might not even apply to his setup. frankliekefet, Does your truck have a factory tow package and are you sure? What year is the truck?

There are too many unknowns in your question to answer it with any accuracy.