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**Palf70Step** · 06-15-2021, 03:34 PM

FX4 or 4x4 are rated for less towing than the 2WD F150s. Hopefully the door jam still has the GVW/towing sticker. I would assume you are on the lighter or around 8K max. AS mentioned on of the big things is tongue weight. I believe most bumper hitches are only rated/recommended for 100 to 150 lb tongue weight. That normally equates to 1500 to 2000 lb towing load. Do we do more than that with a bumper hitch, yes, but definitely not recommended, especially from a business perspective. Check your state laws, as I know some mandate trailer brakes above certain weight loads. Definitely use a load leveling hitch. They truly help. Your truck has the power to pull, I just debate it's ability to slow the loads you are talking about.

06-15-2021, 03:34 PM	#16
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 46,697	Re: Towing questions FX4 or 4x4 are rated for less towing than the 2WD F150s. Hopefully the door jam still has the GVW/towing sticker. I would assume you are on the lighter or around 8K max. AS mentioned on of the big things is tongue weight. I believe most bumper hitches are only rated/recommended for 100 to 150 lb tongue weight. That normally equates to 1500 to 2000 lb towing load. Do we do more than that with a bumper hitch, yes, but definitely not recommended, especially from a business perspective. Check your state laws, as I know some mandate trailer brakes above certain weight loads. Definitely use a load leveling hitch. They truly help. Your truck has the power to pull, I just debate it's ability to slow the loads you are talking about. __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!