My recommendation is for the tow loop kind. I've pulled boats, beetles, and trailers FULL of stuff (probably over the tongue weight, too) fast and for long distances. They're easily removed and reliable. Get the receiver end if you want more options.

JordanVw@AOL.COM wrote:

In a message dated 6/3/01 9:09:01 PM Eastern Daylight Time, pokey@VANAGON.ORG
writes:

install a trailer hitch. I know enough to avoid the ones that strap to the
tow loops on the back

why? they are plenty strong for anything you'd ever be able to pull behind a
vanagon, especially an aircooled one.
chris