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Towing with Tacoma |
wndsnd |
Feb 14 2012, 08:00 AM
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You wanted a horse, but got a goat. Nobody wants a goat.... Group: Members Posts: 2,861 Joined: 12-February 12 From: North Shore, MA Member No.: 14,124 Region Association: North East States |
I am planing on trying to tow a 914 with my 2010 Tacome 4cyl without towing package. It has a Curtis frame mounted hitch with a 2" ball. I was going to rent a uhaul full auto trailer. I don't want to be pushing the envelope. It will be mostly highway driving. Thanks
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messix |
Jun 8 2012, 07:19 PM
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AKA "CLUTCH KILLER"! Group: Members Posts: 6,995 Joined: 14-April 05 From: between shit kickers and pinky lifters/ puget sound wa.north of Seattle south of Canada Member No.: 3,931 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
i have towed alot...
a heavier truck the better, the longer the truck the better, the bigger the brakes on the truck the better. power is not really the issue, it's controlling what you are towing. the weight on the trailer and load on it will push you around with a lighter tow rig. if you are going to use a lighter tow rig use electric brakes!!!! you can control the electric brakes separately and this can get you out of trouble that would turn out nasty if you use surge brakes. even flat towing can get sketchy with a lighter tow rig because the towed vehicle will push you around under braking and cornering. all that said, if you are experienced at towing you can minimize the risks and hazards while on the road. just keep in mind you are towing a substantial amount of extra weight and you need to adjust everything you do while towing. |
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