My 5.4 can tow over 8k lbs. I am satisfied. If you need something more get an F-250/350 - But please stop whning on the forums.

 

So is that why we have traction control and ABS too? People dont have to know how to brake or control a slippage? No. ~Its called *Progression*.
The reason is because this is the 22nd century and advancements in technology make it possible to have a Auto trans. that can handle the load of towing. The only reason the older trucks had more capy. with the manual was because of the Lack of technology to make a Auto. do it. Anyone that thinks a manual trans. is ~Thee~ way to tow is thinking backwards.

 

p.s.

Back to my original example; towing on a slippery launch ramp.

I drove a stick for many years and COULD control a stick on a launch ramp, but why? Drop that Auto. in 1st and ease on out

******ADVANCEMENTS!

 

If you dont like it, you dont have to read it...

 

I don't see how thats any better than dropping the 5 speed into 2nd and pulling it out.

 

19 replies so far and everyone skirts the question of the original post.

Why is Ford's max towing 70% of the Chevy and 51% of the Dodge?

If the answer is Chevy and Dodge can build a clutch and Ford can't then just say it.

 

Ok, the answer is:

Very few people care about the tow ratings of the stick. The auto. is where it matters and that is where Ford Shines.

 

Ok, to each his own again.

I prefer electric windows, locks and everything else. The only real use for a Stick IMO, is in a sports car. (And thats only cuz its funner, not faster than a Auto.)

 

those that do would buy a chevy or dodge


that's where Ford's bottom line shines, as the auto is a $1100 option.

 

Go look at the data, see how many manual tranny F150s are sold, and how many auto tranny F150s are sold. It is called ROI, no return, no investment. Bidness is Bidness

 

I'll believe you, whats the data say? How many sticks to autos?




~~ If someone wants to explain to me go ahead, but I dont see any advantage of a stick to a auto. as far as towing is concerned.

 

I would say its because the auto trans Ford builds today knows precisely when to shift based on speed and torque. The average driver can't compete with it. Remember, for everyone who says they can, there is someone who is worse than the average with a stick. One common problem is being in too high of a gear, which is hard on the valves.

I believe Ford has a tendency to use $s to sway the buyers decision one way or another. I think the V6 5sp will tow more than it is rated for, but Ford does not want to warranty any more that it is rated for.

What does the rating really mean. How much can be towed up hill, at 55, with the A/C on against the wind in 5th gear? You could pull a larger trailer down a flat road, but as was stated, you might be vulnerable in court in the case of an accident even though the vehicle itself is rated to handle more weight once you get it rolling.

 

kysard, you might have done better to post this in the Towing Forum. Here in General Discussion there is a tendency to philosophize and chronic thread wandering.

I don't have an answer for you but, wish you well because I was almost in your shoes. I bought a Full Size truck to tow and I wanted a stick. Fortunately, I found this site before I purchased and soon learned I couldn't have both otherwise, I would be driving a 4.6L 5 speed and pissed because I was technically over the limit everytime I hooked my boat to it.

 

Ill tell you this after 4 auto crap trannies in my 250 Ill never get one again. I only got this one due to the fact I couldnt find one with a stick I liked. My next one will definatley be a manual.

 

In the SD series, the manuals are rated to tow as much as the autos.