'97 Expedition - Good tow vehicle?

[jigemup]

I am looking into buying a 1997 Ford Expedition - Eddie Bauer with all the goodies and the 5.4 Triton V-8. I have a 18'Tuffy fully rigged and was wondering if I will be happy with it's towing capabilities. I haven't heard much about these, but I notice a lot of MWC guys are running them this season. Do you have any complaints about these and what kind of mileage towing can I expect? Any feedback would be great- please no Ford / Chevy are best wars please! Give me da facts....thanks

[Fallsman]

I have a 99 Expedition EB, 5.4L, 3:73 ratio. It is a very tow vehicle for my ProV 1775 with a 150. A couple of recalls but all in all a good truck so far. I've heard that the trannies are a little weak. Gas mileage is poor, a fact of life because of the 17" wheels and the weight of the vehicle. I guess we can't have it both ways. Have 25000 miles on mine.

[jigemup]

What were the recalls on? What kind of mileage are you having while towing. Any feedback would be appreciated. jigemup

[FISH4U]

I run a'97 Expedition, towed with it last three seasons. Not a thing has gone wrong.
I also have the 4.6L V-8 still towes good. I tow a 20ft Lund.

Good Luck

p.s. I have over 145,000 miles on my '97 Expedition

[Fallsman]

The recalls were for: 1) replace wiper switch because wipers would come on involuntarily, 2) trailer hitches had to have the anchor bolts replaced. This is a biggy, apparently there was a risk that the hitch would detach from the vehicle. As for gas mileage I get on average 12 to 13 MPG when towing my rig, which is affected a little with my choice of rear axle ratio. I might add that the fit and finish of the vehicle is superb, very comfortable for all riders with plenty of leg room for the rear passengers.

[B2]

I own an "98" Exp. XLT F&R Air 5.4L
I have the "Tow Package" 17" Tires, Limited slip rearend, etc.
Tow an 1700 Lund Proangler 1000# + 1992 merc 90hp.
and an Lund 1900 Pro-v LE w/200 Optimax and 9.9 Kicker.
1700 gets 14-16 MPG
1900 Pro-V 10-14 MPG.
8 MPG w/40MPH Headwinds across N.Dakota NOT towing

The biggest battle is WIND!
That seems to slow down the vechicle big time.
If it's flat and No wind I can get 14 mpg and don't need to take out of OD.
My recall was for the Hitch as well.
I have never had a problem....40K miles
Well..ok... two coils went early on! But,
I love the vehicle!

Butch...

[DennisW]

I've got a 99, 5.4, tow package, 3rd seat, leather, rear heat and A/C, C.D. changer, etc. Bought it off the showroom floor 4 moths ago. 9 K miles,(non-smoker) garaged, mint cond, priced at $10,000 off of sticker. E-mail if interested.

[jigemup]

WalleyeWizard- how come you are selling it so soon? I'm not aware of what sticker is on this vehicle- so what is your asking price? Have you towed with it thus far - if so what have been your results? Thanks