Expert Answers about Ford Explorer Sport Trac

• Will CIPA Towing Mirrors Allow Me to See Down the Sides of an 8 Foot Wide Trailer
• We have had several customers state that the CIPA Towing Mirrors, # CTM2200A, do allow them to see down the sides of their wide trailers. Another customer stated that he was not able to see as much as he wanted to but could see traffic on either side of the trailer so it was still beneficial. The edge of the mirror is about 5 inches further out than the factory mirror. Because the glass is adjustable you should be able to get a decent view. I have included a link to a video featuring...
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• Can Small Boat Trailer Be Towed By 2002 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Using Bumper Mounted Trailer Ball
• That's a great question. Your Explorer Sport Trac is equipped with a towing bumper, with a 3500 lb capacity. If the rear bumper height is such that it's pretty close to the height of your trailer's coupler when it's jacked up and level, then by all means get you a trailer ball with the proper diameter shank to fit the hole in the bumper (likely 1 inch) and ball size (likely 1-7/8) and tow that boat and trailer. If the hole diameter is 1 inch, you can use # 19260 for a 1-7/8 inch ball or...
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• How to Measure to Determine Size of Receiver Opening
• Are you speaking of the size of the hitch opening? Are you trying to determine if you have a 2 inch or a 1-1/4 inch hitch? If so, you would measure the inside of the opening, as shown in the article I have linked you to.
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• How To Determine What Replacement Hubs Will Work With Trailer
• To find the correct replacement hub you will need to know if the hub is designed to fit the spindles on your trailer. The best way to find the right components is to remove your hub and check out the bearings and race you have. I have attached a drawing that shows where you can typically find the numbers. If you cannot find the part numbers you can use a digital caliper like part # PTW80157 and measure the spindle in the locations noted on the drawing. You said you have a 5-bolt pattern...
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