2007-11-18 02:16:26 · 4 answers · asked by cyberdik56 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Safety
Yes. Your F-150 should handle that combination with no problems, but you might want to check your capacities again... The new trucks may be different, but I thought a bumper hitch was only good for 3500 lbs. (Class II hitch)
A 5000 GTW hitch would be a class III hitch, and usually requires a frame-mounted receiver.
2007-11-18 02:39:51 · answer #1 · answered by JetDoc 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would never bumper pull any trailer. New bumpers are built very cheap and don't offer much stability to handle a trailer let alone protect the vehicle in a collision.
A tow hitch receiver and a hitch are the best way to go, and will allow you to get the most out of the towing capability of your truck. A tow hitch receiver can be installed by UHAUL for a couple hundred bucks. Save yourself the trouble and get the right equipment.
2007-11-20 12:58:48 · answer #2 · answered by Bill S 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't do it with a bumper hitch!!!!
Do yourself a favor and get a receiver installed, or rent a car/truck with a towing package.
The F-150 should handle it with NO problem as it is rated for 11,000 lbs towing - but I'm pretty sure this is with a receiver.
2007-11-20 11:03:28 · answer #3 · answered by Salami and Orange Juice 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm a U-Haul Dealer and I looked it up. 2007 F-150 2 wheel drive, needs a 3500 rated hitch of higher to tow a 6X12 enclosed trailer.
2007-11-18 02:56:17 · answer #4 · answered by Frank P 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋