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profdant139
Dec 26, 2022Explorer II
I really, really hate to be a naysayer -- I am a great believer in adventure and taking moderate risks.
But.
Towing an old trailer on slippery winter roads as a newbie is not a moderate risk. Ironically, the biggest problem is the Caravan -- I have towed a small trailer with a Caravan, and the vehicle was not suited to long downgrades.
No matter how much I downshifted, the brakes would get hot. The rotors eventually warped.
Taking the van without the trailer would be a lot safer.
You'll have to run the numbers to see if driving is any cheaper than flying.
Good luck, and stay safe.
But.
Towing an old trailer on slippery winter roads as a newbie is not a moderate risk. Ironically, the biggest problem is the Caravan -- I have towed a small trailer with a Caravan, and the vehicle was not suited to long downgrades.
No matter how much I downshifted, the brakes would get hot. The rotors eventually warped.
Taking the van without the trailer would be a lot safer.
You'll have to run the numbers to see if driving is any cheaper than flying.
Good luck, and stay safe.
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