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97 Expedition....camper question....


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Ok heres the deal...

After the untimely death of my 96 F150 :bawling: I picked up a real nice 97 Expedition Eddie Bauer, 5.4L, 4x4, yada yada.

I now have nothing (comfortable) to pull my 5th wheel with. Anyone used those dollies that plug into your reciver hitch? Or are they a no no?

I found a guy whos willing to trade for a 32 ft bumper pull, but i think that would be a bit much for the Expy, he pulled it with a 3/4 Chevy with a 305. He didnt give me an exact weight but im guessing somewhere around 6k.

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If this can be trusted, you're still well within the towing limits at 6k.
 

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I know of one person that pulled a gooseneck with one of the carts. approx 28' I think. Had a car up on the trailer. It was fine for carting around, but had some weird swaying issues at highway speeds. There was nothing to stabilize on his cart. maybe if they offer some sort of sway control on the dolly you get, you'd be in better shape.

The Expeditions can tow quite a bit, I wouldnt be worried about that part too much.
 

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The only thing i was kinda worried about with a 32ft is the fact its so much larger then the expedition itself, i dont want the tail wagging the dog so to speak.

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The only thing i was kinda worried about with a 32ft is the fact its so much larger then the expedition itself, i dont want the tail wagging the dog so to speak.

later,
Dustin

If loaded properly you will be fine. However, I am guessing a 32' camper weight a bit more than you bargain for. What year? Slideouts?

If it's loaded incorrectly, you will get sway.
 

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