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What is the towing capacity of a 1976 camper special?
There is no simple answer as to what size of trailer an undescribed pickup will tow. What size of trailer, trailer weight, what size of engine, gas or diesel, what is the rear end ratio, what terrain will the trailer be towed in, delta or mountains? All of these items determine the capabilities of your truck. Fifteen years ago I wrote a small article on the Mathmatics of Trailer Towing that I will be happy to share with you if you will contact me. milton.seagraves@cox.net
Meaning of hitch?
A vehicle hitch is a mount on the rear of a vehicle where a trailer can be connected. When a trailer is hooked to a vehicle to be towed it is said to be "hitched" to the towing vehicle.
If a trailer covers the spotlight of the towing vehicle where else must a spotlight be?
If a trailer covers the spotlight of the towing vehicle, the spotlight can be mounted to the mirror. Regulation states that the towing vehicle should be able to see traffic approaching from both the left and right rear. This means that the mirror should be placed so as to allow sight of this kind.
What is the towing capacity of a 2004 GMC Yukon with a 5.3 liter engine?
Depends on the rear-end gear ratio. Google "tow rating" and look at the 'Trailer Life' site. They have listings for tow ratings by the vehicles year and other specs.
Can a 2000 Ford Expedition pull a 5500 pound trailer?
You can view the 2000 Ford Expedition owners manual online at : www . motorcraft service . com ( no spaces ) Click on Owner Guides ( the trailer towing table is on page 153 , it shows what the towing weight limits are , depending on two wheel drive or 4X4 , 4.6 or 5.4 liter V8 engine , rear axle ratio etcetera )
Why is a 18 wheel truck called a semi?
Because the truck alone is only half the unit, not complete with the trailer. Also, because it is based on the type of trailer. A "full" trailer has wheels at the front as well as at the rear. A "simi-trailer" only has wheels at the rear, and its front end is supported by the towing vehicle.
What is tongue weight while towing a boat?
The tongue of the trailer presses down on the trailer hitch, and that is tongue weight. How hard it presses down is a function of the weight in front of the trailer wheels, and how much of the weight is not offset by the weight behind the wheels. If the tongue weight is too great, the rear of the towing vehicle goes down. Too light, and the boat trailer will swing side to side.
Where are the trailer towing wires on a 2004 endeavor?
They are tucked up and behind the rear bumper assembly. They are there you just have to dig for them. Should be able to reach with your hands.
What is the towing capacity for the 2001 ford sport trac?
According to the 2001 Sport Trac Owner's Manual, the towing capacity for the sport trac is as follows: 4x2 and 4x4 w/automatic transmission (4.0L SOHC Engine) Rear Axle Ratio - All / Max Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR) - 9,600 lbs / Trailer Weight Range (0 - Max) - 0 -5 300 (0-5 080 for 4x4)/ Maximum frontal area of trailer-ft2 - 50 / For High Altitude operations, reduce GCW by 2% per 1,000 ft of elevation. Towing a trailer over 3,500 lbs requires a weight distributing hitch. 4x2 and 4x4 w/manual transmission (4.0L SOHC Engine) Rear Axle Ratio - All / Max GCWR - 7,000 lbs / Trailer Weight Range (0 - Max) - 0-2 740 (0-2 520 for 4x4)/ Max frontal area of trailer-ft2 - 50 Hope this helps.
Can a 1995 Ford Escort tow a pop up trailer?
A 95 Escort is capable of towing a trailer of up to 900 lbs. Make sure you have a load carrying hitch that is not connected to the bumper or the rear axle.
What size batter for a 1999 mercury villager?
Motorcraft BXT-35 ( if in Canada / or if you have the trailer towing package and rear A/C it's the Motorcraft BXT-24F )
Does the weight of the trailer count towards towing capacity?
Of course it does. If you think it is close, go to a truck stop with a scale A: weigh your whole rig (all 3 axles on the scale), B: just the rear axle of the vehicle and the trailer C: just the trailer axle. D: Remove the trailer and weigh your towing vehicle. Calculate: E: The loaded trailer ( A minus D) should not exceed the towing capacity rating for the vehicle or the weight rating for the trailer. The load on your rear axle with the trailer (B minus E) should not exceed the weight rating for that axle THIS IS VERY IMPORTANT: have you ever seen trailers swaying on the highway? this is very dangerous. Your trailer tung weight - the weight on the hitch (E minus C) , should be about 15% of the weight of the trailer. That bumber cannot exceed the weight rating of the hitch, but if it is too small the trailer can be very difficult to control.
