Another Explorer question (split thread)

I am also interested in anything those towing with an Explorer can tell me. I am not yet a TM owner, but will be next year. My TV is a 1999 Explorer 5.0L V-8 4WD. I currently just have the hitch on the bumper, and am told I will need to upgrade to a receiver hitch, add something for weight balance and trailer brake controller, etc..... My TM of choice is the 2620SL, and I am very excited to join all you TM owners out there. I will be by myself, so I'm gonna need some extra help... pulled utility trailer w/ATV's and dirt bikes on it, but nothing like a TT. I've going to fulltime it in a couple of years, and will need to learn all the maintenance tips so I can keep my TM in the best shape possible. My husband could virtually fix anything, but I'm a newbie at this, and hoping his spirit will guide my hand in my future adventure. I am compiling information gained from these forums together in a "TM maintenance" folder so by the time I get my TM I'll know what to do! So I'm going to need lots of help and information! Thanks!