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09-02-2009, 05:36
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Colonel
Join Date: Oct 2007
Location: Des Moines/ Iowa
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cucv Towbar tips
I may be getting a parts cucv m1009 and using a medium tow bar to move it 400 miles. I hae a few questions about it.
It has no engine, so would that make it tow better or worse?
Would I need to add weight to the back of a 98 1/2 ton suburban?
Should I extend the tow bar legs? if so how much?
I've been reading a lot of towing safety posts and have realized that it is serious business.
If you guys have any more tips, I would appreciate it.
Thanks
Robert
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09-02-2009, 07:51
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It will tow fine sans engine. Your burb should be plenty heavy as well. 1009s tow so nice you won't need to extend the bar. Make sure you have lights, safety chains and decent tires and you should be fine.
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09-02-2009, 15:00
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Colonel
Join Date: Oct 2007
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That's good to know.
Thanks Kenny.
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09-02-2009, 15:06
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Colonel
Join Date: Jan 2009
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Towing
Heres what I did with my 99 3/4Ton Suburban. Ran about 55MPH from Columbus to Detroit. I'm sure your 1/2Ton will do just fine. Once again, safety chains and lights a must.
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09-02-2009, 15:12
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Now that is a great pic!
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09-02-2009, 15:19
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Colonel
Join Date: Oct 2007
Location: Des Moines/ Iowa
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That is a nice load. It's my buddy's burb and I didnt think they could haul too much. If your 3/4ton can do that I feel more comfortable about a 1/2ton hauling just one.
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09-09-2009, 02:31
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Colonel
Join Date: Oct 2007
Location: Des Moines/ Iowa
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You guys were right, it towed fine. It didn't even sway at all. We went on the 2 lane twisty hills in Missouri and all highway from Kansas City 60-70mph.
Ended up using a bumper bar since it had no D ring mounts and I was too lazy to take off mine. Here are some pictures for your enjoyment.
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09-29-2009, 15:15
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Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: bakersfield,ca
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not legal in california
Quote:
Originally Posted by blckdblnckl
Heres what I did with my 99 3/4Ton Suburban. Ran about 55MPH from Columbus to Detroit. I'm sure your 1/2Ton will do just fine. Once again, safety chains and lights a must.
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this in not legal in california according the 2009 DMV book
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05-12-2010, 01:47
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Join Date: Jan 2010
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Great info I will Be towing M1009 to New Mexico this fall With M1028A2 with tow bar & light kit extra tire & pull Prop shafts front & rear.
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10-30-2010, 16:20
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Join Date: Sep 2010
Location: Martinez Ca
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u all rock 
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