2000 280 ss towing


mannycuban

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Hello, I have a 2000 280 ss with a loadmaster dual axel trailer. Can I use a 2005 Ford F-150 V8 extended cab to tow boat and trailer?
 
It will tow it, What engine and rear end gearing does the truck have and is it limited slip? Limited slip will help getting up the ramp when pulling boat out of the water.

Make sure that the surge brakes work and work well on the trailer. The truck brakes are too small to stop both the truck and trailer/boat if you had to panic stop or stop going down a steep grade.

A F250 or 2500 series truck will do you better, larger brakes, stiffer rear springs less sag in the rear.

But yes it will tow it just not the best on the truck.
 
Dry weight on a 2000 280SS is 6300 with single engine. if twins could add another 850lbs and trailer could weight 1500lbs.

7800lbs single engine and no Fuel or gear. 8650lbs twin engine no Fuel or gear. Add passangers to the truck.

You Just exceeded the tow waiting of your F150.
 
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