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RLSea
Posted 6/23/2020 9:08 PM (#962629 - in reply to #962609)
Subject: Re: Is 4500lb towing capacity enough for a 17-18' boat?




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Location: Northern Illinois
You can do it. In my experience of towing different boats and campers over the years it comes down to, not the towing, but the stopping. Even on flat ground, when it's an emergency situation or when it's windy you're much better off in a larger vehicle that has good brakes. On hilly ground it's a no-brainer. I've had brake fade in Duluth in a Tahoe pulling a 19' Lund with surge brakes. I will never forget the experience of finally getting stopped to let the brakes cool down. I now tow a Ranger with a Duramax diesel that I use for camping. It might be overkill, but I'm always in control. I say if it's in your budget, move up in class for your tow vehicle

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