Date:         Mon, 4 Sep 2000 21:53:17 -0700
Reply-To:     Susan Bernavich <susanb@WIZZARDS.NET>
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From:         Susan Bernavich <susanb@WIZZARDS.NET>
Subject:      Re: Towing a Westy
Comments: To: Dan Stevens <dstevens@TWCNY.RR.COM>
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Hi...so would one of those basic U-Haul trucks qualify to tow a bus about 800
miles ????or would you drive them up on one of those trailers ???  A possible
move is in the making for me and  and I was wondering about how to get the bus
over the Rockies..there is no way I am going to leave it behind...any
comments???

Dan Stevens wrote:

> this could get sticky as U-haul has a requirement that the lead vehicle is
> at least 700 lbs heavier than the towed vehicle+dolly  no class 1 hitches
> either...  I towed 2 home same day with my 85 quantum TD on a class 1 hitch
> with a uhaul dolly (I lied and told them that my motorhome was to tow the
> QTD and the class 1 was to just get the dolly home)
>
> anyway that was a short distance 15miles each 1 way  and quite hairy..
> having the dogs push the sled (like volvo's commercial in the 90's)  but the
> x-terra should be stout if you keep it reasonable
>
> dan stevens
> syracuse NY
>
> Date:    Mon, 4 Sep 2000 23:15:35 -0400
> From:    "Karl M." <>
> Subject:
>
> Which is the easiest and/or best way to tow a Westy for a 200 or so mile
> trip, flat tow or on a dolly? I've yet to tow one, and will be doing so next
> weekend. Thanks for any tips.
>
> Karl
>
>  feel free to ask or advise. I listen as well as learn.