Mike Bultemeier wrote:
> I think the key to towing is using an equalizer hitch. I couldn't believe
> the difference that it made. I went to a 18 x 8 and it pulls easier than
the
> old 14 x 6 I used to pull.
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Larry Imbeau wrote:
> I pulled 35' travel trailers all over the western part of the US for
years.
> wouldn't think of not using one. Even have one on my current single axle
> trailers. Raised the towing speed form 55 to 70 mph ("No Sir, I will not
> exceed 55 mph in Califiornia towing that thing again") with that one >
addition.
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I concur. I don't HAVE to use the equalizer with the 3/4 ton Dodge
turbo diesel the way I did the Ford 351 V8 1/2 ton conversion van,
but still opt to do so. I also continue to use the sway bars.
The pull is more comfortable, and IMO safe, using both.
I was pulling a consistant 85 in cruise and 5th gear with no problem
this past weekend with this combo.
I went from Tulsa to Ft Worth to get the car, then Ft Worth to
Huntsville, AL (via Shreveport, Meridian, and Birmingham) to
deliver it. Then returning to Tulsa (via Memphis/Little Rock).
Wouldn't have done as well in AR with those washboard roads
and crosswinds without either, that's for sure.
G
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