Hey Taylor! Based on your tongue measurement you will be able to install the brackets for the Blue Ox SwayPro Weight Distribution w/ Sway Control # BXW1500. Also, I would definitely go with the SwayPro over the Curt, especially with a heavier trailer.
It looks like that is aluminum so I would make sure the ALCOM approves the use of a weight distribution hitch with this trailer before you do anything else. I would also double check the capacity on your 2002 Ford Excursion. It looks like... view full answer...
Hi Dawin!
With the etrailer Tandem Axle Teardrop Fenders w/ Backing Plates - 15" to 16" Wheels - Qty 2 # HP92VR measuring 72" long, the mid point would be 36", which therein means 18" of space from the absolute center of the wheel well to the inside of the fender. This gives you a good amount of wiggle room for axle spacing (also referred to as the wheelbase), but it will depend on your tire size.
As an example, the Taskmaster Provider HD ST235/85R16 Radial Trailer Tire - Load Range G... view full answer...
Hey Scott, thanks for reaching out!
I don't have the dimensions of the mounting bracket that comes with the Yakima MajorShady 270 Awning # Y82AV, but when I reached out to my contact at Yakima for that info they said if you measure from the ground to the mounting location and then subtract 8-1/2" from the distance that will give you about the lowest point of the awning when the brackets are flipped like you're wanting to do.
The instructions do mention that flipping the brackets is completely... view full answer...
Hey James, for carrying all of the things you mentioned on the roof of your 2003 Ford Excursion I would recommend the Rhino Rack Platform part # RR49CP which is a confirmed fit. This measures 83 inches long by 56 inches wide and has a 264 lb weight capacity. This is our highest capacity option we have. To get up onto the rack easier a tire step like the part # HE4040 would be a solid option too. view full answer...