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    Posted: 20 Feb 2023 at 7:15pm
Originally posted by gpokluda

We have the 3.5 Ecoboost with the Max Tow package so our TC is 14,000lbs. Like GlueGuy said, it is very comfortable. The MTP includes a 36gallon fuel tank. It's nice to be able to get gas when you want to and not when you have to.


I do miss the 36 gallon fuel tank.  On my '94 F-150 with 322,000 miles and a 2011 F-150 - both had 36 gallon fuel tanks.  On the 2017 F-150 with the 3.5 EB, it has a skimpy 23 gallon tank.  Kind of a bummer, it was nice to be able to travel a much longer distance with the larger fuel tank.  Does anyone have an idea if it is possible to change the 23 gal. to the larger 36 gallon tank?
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I don't see any mention of solar panels, or even solar prepped. With a DC fridge, that has to be a concern I would think. My surveyor came with 80 watts of solar, But i'm adding another 100 watts, and a second battery  as soon as it's nice enough outside. Going from the pod to this model is going to be game changing. So much more storage, the fridge is huge, the north and south bed, the moride stairs, and I see you have the rear cargo rack. My rear rack is rated at 200 pounds of cargo, pretty useful, but I wish it could do 300. Good luck with your new camper. 
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The MTTP is a bit of a unicorn. It can be built, but mandates restrictions on several things. That said, you can get pretty close with an "ordinary" F150. Here is what Ford posts on their web site about the max tow package:
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i prob could look it all up, but since you actually have it gpokluda; exactly what does the "max tow package" include/mean?  im going to be in the market over the next year or so.  jon
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We have the 3.5 Ecoboost with the Max Tow package so our TC is 14,000lbs. Like GlueGuy said, it is very comfortable. The MTP includes a 36gallon fuel tank. It's nice to be able to get gas when you want to and not when you have to.
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2023 Ford towing capacities:

Ford Ranger:  7500 lbs tow capacity
Ford F-150:  Up to 14,000 lbs with the 3.5.L Ecoboost, depending on configuration
Up to 12,300 for the F150 Powerboost and up to 10,000 with the F150 Lightning.



The F250 SuperDuty (Diesel) can tow when properly equipped a gooseneck or 5th wheel trailer up to 22,300 lbs!
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glue guy.....whats the tow capicity on that machine........ford rocks!!!   jon
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+1 (or 2) on the F150 with either of the EcoBoost engines. We love ours, even when not towing it is our goto for road trips. It is just so quiet and comfortable.
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