Why not get a 5th wheel and a F350?

 

A few years ago, I saw a few larger motorhomes (not familiar w/ classes) pulling some Fords. One was an 06-08 F150 KingRanch Screw, another was a new Expedition w/ paper plates and have seen several Escapes behind smaller motorhomes.

 

Good point about the Escape. I have seen a few of those being flat towed as well. Not sure what their configurations were as far as FWD vs. 4WD.

To the OP, if you're looking for a good run about 4x4 (really AWD) SUV to scoot around in while camping, look at the Escape. I have an 08' XLT 4wd with the V6. That thing will go thru snow like it's nothing. There isn't a ton of room in them, but it works well for my small family of 4 (including my 85lb yellow lab.) I've never considered flat towing my Escape, so I dunno what the manual says as far as towing it with the 4wd system.

 

I found this site which makes it easier, www.blueox.com As far as using a Jeep, I wanted to stay with Ford if possible.

 

Car dolly+Fiesta..

 

yea, chrysler is the only thing i know of that still has a neutral spot in the transfer case

 

flatbed or disconnect the DS

 

on the Range Rover there is a fuse you can install in the fuse panel that puts the T-Case in Neutral and will allow for flat towing....

Not sure if Ford's electronic T-Cases offer anything like that

 

I had a 2000 Durango that had a manual transfer case but I wouldn't recommend them to anyone. It was a piece of junk though!

 

Just find a 4x4 or 4x2 pickup truck with a standard shift transmission with a manual transfercase if it's 4x4.

My best opinion is getting a 97-04 heritage F-150, with the 4.6l v8, 5 speed manual, manual 4x4, and supercab short bed. Not only do you get some power out of it, but you don't have to worry about anything breaking, plus you've got plenty of room.

 

^^ not everyone wants to drive a standard.