Tested the 4K tow package by towing 25' pontoon boat

[JTBII]

Got my first real test of my little truck and the 4K tow package. I had hauled a couple of U-Haul trailers from Indiana to Black Hawk Colorado with the heaviest being 3,250lbs. But today I hauled my 25’ pontoon boat that really made my Mav look pretty small. It dwarfed my 2024 XLT 4K F4 Ecoboost. But I was happily impressed in Tow mode it was almost like I didn’t have anything behind me until I looked in my mirrors. The Mav never ceases to amaze me. One of the best vehicle decisions I’ve ever made
JTBII

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[KeithNC]

But I was happily impressed in Tow mode it was almost like I didn’t have anything behind me until I looked in my mirrors.

I've had the same experience with a 25 Hybrid, also 4k tow package. My boat and trailer weigh in at 3,700 lbs. Towed over a thousand miles last year... smooth as could be.

 

[Grabbs]

That is nice looking classic boat

 

[Glen Baker LLC]

Got my first real test of my little truck and the 4K tow package. I had hauled a couple of U-Haul trailers from Indiana to Black Hawk Colorado with the heaviest being 3,250lbs. But today I hauled my 25’ pontoon boat that really made my Mav look pretty small. It dwarfed my 2024 XLT 4K F4 Ecoboost. But I was happily impressed in Tow mode it was almost like I didn’t have anything behind me until I looked in my mirrors. The Mav never ceases to amaze me. One of the best vehicle decisions I’ve ever made
JTBII

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Were you moving to Blackhawk from Indiana?

 

[JTBII]

Were you moving to Blackhawk from Indiana?

Were you moving to Blackhawk from Indiana?

Were you moving to Blackhawk from Indiana?

No Glen I was hauling remodeling material to work on my son’s mountain house just outside of Black Hawk. I spend a few months a year there.
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[Glen Baker LLC]

Thank you for the reply.
Last time I was in Central City/ Blackhawk was before gambling was there.

 

[matmondro]

Impressive with the 25 footer! How was it width-wise? Did you feel you needed mirror extenders or was visibility okay?

 

[Hunters Edge]

Got my first real test of my little truck and the 4K tow package. I had hauled a couple of U-Haul trailers from Indiana to Black Hawk Colorado with the heaviest being 3,250lbs. But today I hauled my 25’ pontoon boat that really made my Mav look pretty small. It dwarfed my 2024 XLT 4K F4 Ecoboost. But I was happily impressed in Tow mode it was almost like I didn’t have anything behind me until I looked in my mirrors. The Mav never ceases to amaze me. One of the best vehicle decisions I’ve ever made
JTBII

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I've had the same experience with a 25 Hybrid, also 4k tow package. My boat and trailer weigh in at 3,700 lbs. Towed over a thousand miles last year... smooth as could be.

Thanks for posting, I totally agree. Just wished Ford could increase it to 5K and a huge disappointment is the tremor max 2k. I would have liked the option of lockers but couldn't deal with just 2k towing. Ford should work to get the tremor equal towing options available.

Besides the obvious offering extending or telescoping mirrors. I don't know if I would want to go larger if the reduction in fuel economy takes a tank when not towing. I don't see how extending or telescoping mirrors would be detriment to fuel economy when not extended. It would just make it safer and also increasing self confidence for the driver, when towing.

 

[Bandwagon]

Thanks for the photos and details on how the 4k package is working! That is very impressive and helpful to know, it gives me confidence. I have the 4k package but have been to chicken to try it out so far!

 

[Jmcc]

Got my first real test of my little truck and the 4K tow package. I had hauled a couple of U-Haul trailers from Indiana to Black Hawk Colorado with the heaviest being 3,250lbs. But today I hauled my 25’ pontoon boat that really made my Mav look pretty small. It dwarfed my 2024 XLT 4K F4 Ecoboost. But I was happily impressed in Tow mode it was almost like I didn’t have anything behind me until I looked in my mirrors. The Mav never ceases to amaze me. One of the best vehicle decisions I’ve ever made
JTBII

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[Jmcc]

Very nice, I have a 2025 Tremor package. I need to tow about 3800 pounds boat and trailer. Adding a class III hitch 7 pin connection and air bags for rear springs. I am hopeful this will work!

 

[JTBII]

Thank you for the reply.
Last time I was in Central City/ Blackhawk was before gambling was there.

Wow Glen, it has changed a lot for sure since the Casinos came in. My son’s mountain house is about 4 miles out of Black Hawk. I love that area.

 

[JTBII]

Impressive with the 25 footer! How was it width-wise? Did you feel you needed mirror extenders or was visibility okay?

I believe the mirror extenders would be better for sure. The boat is almost 8’ wide so it was centerline to sideline all the way.

 

[JTBII]

Thanks for posting, I totally agree. Just wished Ford could increase it to 5K and a huge disappointment is the tremor max 2k. I would have liked the option of lockers but couldn't deal with just 2k towing. Ford should work to get the tremor equal towing options available.

Besides the obvious offering extending or telescoping mirrors. I don't know if I would want to go larger if the reduction in fuel economy takes a tank when not towing. I don't see how extending or telescoping mirrors would be detriment to fuel economy when not extended. It would just make it safer and also increasing self confidence for the driver, when towing.

Yes I would definitely have the Tremor if it had 4K. I like the lock in drive mode , especially in the mountains. I traded a F-250 Super Duty diesel 4 wheel drive for the Mav. So far it has really worked out for me. I love the Maverick.

 

[Hunters Edge]

Yes I would definitely have the Tremor if it had 4K. I like the lock in drive mode , especially in the mountains. I traded a F-250 Super Duty diesel 4 wheel drive for the Mav. So far it has really worked out for me. I love the Maverick.

Similar coming except half tons, F150 no mountains but out back and mud n snow. I love my Maverick as well, what's not to love. Just would have went the Tremor except the 2000lb tow rating killed that option for me.

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