Towing a uhaul cross country any tips?

[jmurph]

towing a big uhaul trailer across country, not my first choice of moving but it is what it is. I have only ever towed a few things in my f150 with all the towing stuff in it, will be my first in my XLT ranger. Thinking maybe rear shocks would make the ride better at a minimum.

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[TremorOwner]

Assuming it's within the tow limits of the truck... load it up and drive is my opinion... just drive safely.

 

[Leftcoast]

Follow the Ford towing towing guide and you’ll be OK. I wouldn’t worry about the suspension.

 

[Deleted member 1634]

I towed the largest size U-haul box trailer almost 1000 miles helping my brother move a little over a month after getting my truck. And I can tell you with absolute confidence that the Ranger has no issue with doing what you're about to ask of it. Obviously felt the trailer back there, but I still had plenty of passing power and control. I would guestimate the trailer, loaded up, weighed in at around 5500lbs. And I got around 15mpg over the trip as well over rolling highway hills.

Hook it up and go, don't worry about it. This truck can tow wonderfully.

 

[Big Blue]

As has been stated multiple times. As long as you are within the tow rating for your truck and packages your good. Uhauls normally have surge brakes, so no need for a brake controller. If you have the tow package your good for 7500 lbs. Without the tow package or an after market receiver hitch your limited to 3500 lbs. The truck will love the exercise. Drive at safe speeds for the conditions and enjoy the ride. Watch the fuel tank as it is small when towing.

 

[Porpoise Hork]

towing a big uhaul trailer across country, not my first choice of moving but it is what it is. I have only ever towed a few things in my f150 with all the towing stuff in it, will be my first in my XLT ranger. Thinking maybe rear shocks would make the ride better at a minimum.

Be sure to have plenty of gas...

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