Is this towbar adequate to tow a 2001 Buick LaSabre behind an RV about 1000 miles? Will I need to adapt for installation?
1817698
I use the tow bar for a 97 Jeep Wrangler. It's around 3,000 pounds, so I'm not sure how that compares to your car. I can tell you, however, that it is very easy to hook up to the Jeep and then the RV. We used to use a tow dolly, but the tow bar is quicker for the total install and hookup than it used to take me drive my Camry onto the dolly.
1817699
The curb weight for the Buick shows to 3231 lbs. I towed a 3000 lb Jeep Wrangler 1100 miles with no problems- so I would say it is very adequate. You might need an adapter for the bumper as this only has 2 U brackets that bolt to it (4 big holes). Make sure you can flat tow the car on its wheels, as GM products can be funny about that- check with a mechanic.
1817700
WE flat towed a 1988 GMC full-sized truck 625 miles to and from Florida and I feel sure that's heavier than your car. Can't comment on the installation because it wouldn't work on my Subaru Outback without expensive modifications to my car but the tow bar worked great. Very easy for one person to hook-up to the tow vehicle then to the RV.
1903110
Yes, as long as the item you're towing isn't larger than a small car and not for very long distances.
1815536
The sway bar should mounted and installed with the tow vehicle and trailer joined up and as straight as possible in alignment with other. That will give you a good mount point. Once mount is established you install the sway bar and screw the tension down tight. Loosen if you want more sway and tighten if you think you have to much. Do not back up with it hooked up though. Hope this helps. If not I used T YouTube a lot as a reference
1879848
The motorcycle mount extends the hitch receiver behind the motorcycle. So yes it will but it can only be used for flat towing a vehicle. Not for trailers or anything that will add down weight. Additionally, if you intend to flat tow, during the installation try to mount the attachments to the motorhome with a slight upward tilt towards the motorcycle carrier. This will help to increase the ground clearance where your tow bar attaches.
1410036
You should purchase the correct bars for the trailer. Best to talk to a trailer shop and find out what is right for your application. This is what they recommended for the trailer we purchased. If you go with a larger bar than they recommend the trailer won't tow well. They wanted way too much for it at the dealership so I just got it and put it on. Most important make sure to follow the directions and watch the videos on You Tube.
1170710
No....you get the "business end" for the trailer....brackets, bars, cams, chains etc...you'll have to get the receiver for your tow vehicle. Make sure you get the proper sized ball that fits your trailer hitch as well. I pull a 29' unit with very little sway.
1530249
I'm not sure as I don't tow with my hitch. I only use it to mount a bike rack.
611335
As long as it has at least a 1/2 inch hole for towing, it will work. Or you can drill your own hole.
2145891
Your question would better be directed at either:1)The professionals at Draw-Tite. (extension use already cuts vehicle's tow capacity by 50%)Can only assume you indicating flat four towing? Not your vehicle aboard a trailer behind your RV type of towing?2)Your RV owners manual? And/Or the manufacturer of the hitch that is on your RV Lastly probably never ask the "professionals" here on Amazon.
1532985
You will need a adapter if your car is ready to tow. And if not check YouTube for brake controller wiring.
1319623
U need a ball hitch. The extension handle has a hole big enough to fit over ball. It comes with a caution to tow slowly
869709
That's what I have it installed on. I dont recommend using it to lift a loaded trailer, but it works fine.
346448
iwould say that if you are towing that much with a1500 size truck i would go to an air bag set up the shocks i put on my truck made it real rough rideing with nothing in the back end i own ahot shot company and played with a lot of set ups the air bag is the best way to go this way you can tow ur load level and the truck will be level as well thats the safeist way to go let me know steve
1148788
As long as you have clearance and it is securely fixed it should work great. I would caution pushing the limits of weight fi you are using it outside the recommended parameters. I bolted mine on the bottom of my factory jeep receiver. I needed to do this to clear the swing arm on my bike rack, when opening the tail gate. It worked perfectly, but I only used it for my bike rack. I would not have even considered hauling a trailer down the road.
1118425
Your setup should be fine as is. I use this on a 31 ft trailer which we towed from NJ to FL and back without a problem. Our F150 handled it well. 250# tongue weight is well within limits.
1431293
It depends on what you're towing it behind. I bought an electric-actuated sleeve hitch on eBay that fits into the 2" receiver on my ATV. (I just looked there and don't see it anymore). It was about $400.
810001
Don't recall the specs. But the lifts are stronger than originals on vehicle. Should support ladder that came with vehicle.