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Padgett · 11-01-2014, 08:26 AM

OK my heep is the best tow car I have ever had (and started towing race cars in 1970.

290 hp/260 lb-ft & 114.9" wb but just as important regarding sway is a 4475 lb curb weight, 50/50 weight distribution, and 38" from center of rear axle to hitch (shorter is good). It also has traction and sway controls.

It has "enough" power to stay out of Power Enrichment at 65 on Florida roads so gets 17-18 mpg on 87 PON.

You have seen my opinon about WDHs before but just lets say that anything that adds or transfers weight to the 3.5k rated TM axle is anathema to me.

11-01-2014, 08:26 AM	#20
Padgett TrailManor Master Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Orlando Posts: 2,796	OK my heep is the best tow car I have ever had (and started towing race cars in 1970. 290 hp/260 lb-ft & 114.9" wb but just as important regarding sway is a 4475 lb curb weight, 50/50 weight distribution, and 38" from center of rear axle to hitch (shorter is good). It also has traction and sway controls. It has "enough" power to stay out of Power Enrichment at 65 on Florida roads so gets 17-18 mpg on 87 PON. You have seen my opinon about WDHs before but just lets say that anything that adds or transfers weight to the 3.5k rated TM axle is anathema to me. __________________ Looking for a 24/17 in or near Florida.