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: General Towing question


SeattleE
08-12-2004, 06:02 PM
So I'm headin out Friday to tow a trailer full of kayaks...
Having never towed anything ever before, is there anything I need to know?

jesse

DOGBOX
08-12-2004, 06:34 PM
I think e-trailer.com has some write-ups re safe towing.

DOGBOX
08-12-2004, 06:59 PM
I take that back, it was UHAUL. com

BigFoot
08-13-2004, 07:36 AM
1. Make sure the hitch is fully seated and locked to the ball. (Speaking from a $500 repair experience!)
2. Cross the chains. (Catches the hitch should #1 be ignored.)
3. Drive 60 to 70 max.
4. Make sure the trailer lights are all working.
5. Watch your turning radias.
6. Do you need mirror extensions?

Other than those, it's a no-brainer - you drive, it follows!