Is My Truck Powerful Enough?

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kjones4

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I've got a 5 x 13 double tandem trailer on order with a power washer, water & chemical tank on it. I was wondering do you think my 2004 f150 standard V-8 1/2 will be strong enough to pull it.
 
It depends. If you only have about a 225 tank, you should be okay. If I remember right it has a tow capacity of around 8000 LBS.
Unless you want a new truck, then it is definitely too small;)

Scott
 
The label on your drivers side door should state the vehicle's capability. Otherwise, contact a Ford dealer.

You will just have to be careful not to carry too much water. Water weighs about 8.34 pounds per gallon. Add to that the weight of the empty trailer, empty tank, power washer, hoses , reels, and don't forget how heavy chemicals can be.

Also, you will most likely need trailer brakes. Mine are electric, which require a brake controller unit to be added to the truck. It cost roughly $100. In my state, you are required to have brakes on every axle of the trailer..........depending on the trailer's weight. Check with a trailer dealer in your state, or the state Dept of Transportation.

Also, be careful to get a hitch that is properly rated for your trailer as well. If you get pulled over, they will check all of these things.

In 2003 I received significant fines for violations on my trailer...........they totalled $604!!! I got them reduced in court. $300 of those fines were for not crossing the safety chains. Lesson learned: never have an employee hook up your trailer..........I think it was the first time I ever didn't double check it myself......I was in a hurry. Figures.


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is my truck strong enough

Kjones, who did you order you equpiment from, if you dont mind me asking. :cool:
 
tunatussle is right. What is most important with any load is are you going to be able to stop faster than the dufus in front of you with the brand spanking new state of the art 4wheel disc brakes on his BMW that just decided to stop at a Yellow light.

You should have plenty of power. I see F150s and Regular cab trucks around Atlanta all the time with Big loads. I saw a guy once hauling a full blown hot water system with a huge tank with a Mazda extended cab.

But brakes should be the biggest concern or you might just be (F)ound (O)n (R)oad (D)ead.
 
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