Date:         Tue, 27 May 2003 10:01:14 -0400
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From:         Bill Collins <vanagon@BILL-COLLINS.NET>
Subject:      Re: Towing a Vanagon!
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> The towing connection should not be done to the front bumper or the
> piece behind it exclusively.  The attachment should also include the
> chassis rails heading back. That front section is designed for impact,
> not pulling.

I suspose this is technically true, but it appears that the front end is
solidly welded together.  My '84 came through a 500 mile tow just fine,
using a tow bar attached to the structure underneath the chrome of the
front bumper.

Bill

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