I'm of the opinion that ford is just playing the numbers/money game now. I can find no good information that tells me the rear end casing for the 3.73 gear is thicker/stronger than the 3.31 gear. With the omission of a larger radiator for the 22' models (other than timberline), the only differentiating factor for HD tow is now the fact that it comes with the TBC and PTBA standard. I have never found the PTBA useful and I had the TBC added on later. With the range of gears within the 10-speed transmission, a 3.31 geared expeditions can certainly tow 9,200 pounds (not legally according to ford). The suspensions are unchanged from an HD tow to non-HD tow expeditions (I've looked up the rear suspension components for 2018-2021 models and the springs are the same) from 2018-2021. I doubt there will be any variation in spring rates for the 22's based on the addition of the HD tow package. Most folks will need to add some type of WDH and sway control for their trailers, whether you have HD tow or not, as the HD tow is limited to 6000 lbs without a WDH according to the towing guide (2018-2021).
Ford wants you to pony up the money for the packages. I believe the vehicle is just as capable without HD tow, and parts of the HD tow package can be added on after the purchase by the owner for less.. Yes I do understand the HD tow package can help when it comes time to trade it in or sell it outright.
Ford wants you to pony up the money for the packages. I believe the vehicle is just as capable without HD tow, and parts of the HD tow package can be added on after the purchase by the owner for less.. Yes I do understand the HD tow package can help when it comes time to trade it in or sell it outright.