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Date:         Sun, 5 Aug 2012 11:26:17 -0700
Reply-To:     Ben T <syncro@GMAIL.COM>
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From:         Ben T <syncro@GMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: Doka Trailers
Comments: To: Rob <becida@COMCAST.NET>
In-Reply-To:  <vanagon%2012080513450429@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
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This 5th wheel trailer has been around awhile in different paint jobs. I've also seen Dokas with the gates removed used to tow 5th wheels in Europe but most were powered by V6 Fords or larger Audi engines. It certainly seems possibly but guessing the life of your gearbox would be the limiting factor.






BenT


sent from my electronic leash


On Aug 5, 2012, at 9:36 AM, Rob <becida@COMCAST.NET> wrote:


> There are a lot more comfortable trailers than the Westy, what I'd
> like to find is a double cab that could pull a small 5th wheel
> camper. Still get my VW fix AND have someplace comfortable to live
> while I'm on the road.
> 4 disk brakes, around 200hp engine, heavier suspension, beef up the
> bed to support a 5th wheel hitch? Anyone ever heard of it being done?
> 
> Rob
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