May need to tow a pontoon boat soon and was looking at the info for my truck to make sure it will handle it.
I have a 1997 Ford F-150 super cab 4.2L V6, Auto,with a Rear Axle ratio of 3.08.
The owners manual said it will handle 4,600 pounds trailer weight (If I don't exceed max weight for truck) The sales brochure I still have says not recommended to exceed 20,000 lbs trailer weight with 3.08 axle ratio. Assuming the 20,000 lb is a typo in the sale brochure and should be 2,000 lbs.
In your experience, what would seem to be correct. 2,000 lb or 4,600 lbs.?
Also about Rear axle gear ratio. When buying a truck why would it be offered for sale with a 3.08 or 3.55 gear ratio. and what would one do for you over the other.