Posted: Jun 02 2005 at 9:33am | IP Logged

would you buy the Titan if it's main use was for towing?

I've been lurking here b/c we've test driven a '05 LE Crew and really like the truck.  Our main usage will be towing our 21' MasterCraft.  Total combined weight (boat/trailer) of about 5000lbs.  I've become pretty concerned with what I see are 2 major issues (for those who tow)...brakes (shudder) and rear differential.

The other vehicle we've been looking at is the '05 F150.

So, knowing how I plan to use the truck and your experiences with your Titan, would you buy the Titan all over again?

Thanks, in advance, for the honest replies.

Paul

Posted: Jun 02 2005 at 12:57pm | IP Logged

Yes, and I'd get the same truck with the same options!

Mine is a 04 LE, 2wd with the big tow package.  It pulls my 8500lb 30ft travel trailer with ease!  See my pics in the gallery...

Posted: Jun 03 2005 at 9:22am | IP Logged

Yes, I have had nothing but good experiences with this truck. The brake jutter that I experienced was little more that a minor nuisance (at 25000 miles). Only had problem fixed at the dealer because it was free. Even with that minor jutter I towed a flatbed trailer with a Dodge D50 (sorry don't know the weight) accross the Sierras (4000' to 7000' to 5000') without trailer brakes. As for the differential, it's my understanding that the '05 has a larger capacity aluminum cover and synthetic gear oil. Regardless, I have yet to have any problems with my differential.

At heart I'm a Ford guy so I can't fault you on your second choice, but if I had the choice to buy another truck it would be a Titan.