Suspension upgrade for pulling travel trailer

[MikeDianeFranklin]

So if you have a vehicle that's capable of pulling 7500 lb from the factory and you're questioning if you can even pull 6000 lb wouldn't you think that lack of skill might be the issue? Not trying to be an ass here but I'm trying to put a small point there. Yes the ranger is plenty capable. It has a nice tow rating for what it is. If you know how to tow you should be fine without doing any suspension modifications especially if you're not trying to take your truck off road and don't want to do a leveling kit.

With that said I won't argue that the shocks are something you might want to look at since everyone on this form has already confirmed that the factory shocks suck LOL. A good option for shocks if you're not wanting to level or lift the truck would be either eibach or Bilstein shocks. If you don't feel like changing that leave the truck alone and make sure you have the proper weight distribution hitch and a brake controller needed for the trailer

Mr 'not trying to be an Ass', thanks for your opinion. Your point is 'pointless', hence the reason why I joined this group. Figuring the righteous folks were in another groups. I'm not asking if I can pull, I did just fine last pulling the TT 1500 miles.

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[Frenchy]

Mr 'not trying to be an Ass', thanks for your opinion. Your point is 'pointless', hence the reason why I joined this group. Figuring the righteous folks were in another groups. I'm not asking if I can pull, I did just fine last pulling the TT 1500 miles.

If you did just fine pulling the trailer 1500 miles then what exactly did you not like that makes you want to upgrade it then? You initial post has you asking about upgrades to the suspension as if the Ranger cant do the job when its well within capacity.

 

[McDeuce]

I have the Ford brake controller and used Tow mode. Pulled a car trailer last week.

 

[Byngsboys]

Good evening:
Welcome to the world of towing. You are going to get a ton of conflicting opinions!

I will be pulling a 24ft 5000lb Jayco with a 2020 Ranger XLT FX4. I've added a brake controller and will be using a WD system. Beyond that I agree with the gentleman above said, add as needed, not just because it is in the catalogue. I've RVs for about 15 years, but I do not claim to be an expert.

Take care and safe travels!

Kris

PS you might find this useful. Trailer Calculator

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