Break-away required???

Has there ever been a situation whereas the tow bar and BOTH safety chains failed? Hearing that might change my mind to purchase a break-away capable device.

It's cheap insurance. Don't leave home without one, along with your AE card, if you have one.

I have rechecked with Louisiana DMV and at this time there are no requirements for towing a motor vehicle by a private individual in Louisiana, only tow companies. Trailer rules only apply to trailers per the State.

Hmmmmm,, What would be a good reason for not having a break away???? Especially something so simple since you're already doing all the prep to flat tow the vehicle anyways. That is unless you are just hookin a tow bar and going without any brakes or lights etc... I for one, sure wouldn't want to be responsible for a trailer/vehicle coming loose, and they do, and instead of it coming to a screeching halt it keeps on rolling and crosses a median into on coming traffic???

copeland343 wrote:
Flat towing a vehicle and towing a trailer have different rules and requirements do not get the two confused.

Flat-towed vehicles are trailers. Can you point us to your source of reference that distinguishes trailers from flat-towed vehicles?

Required or not, you read every now and then of one breaking loose from the MH. Other than not having one will probably get you sued in any state, but I would be more bothered if mine broke loose and killed, injured, or maimed someone. Knowing that a simple device could stop it as a last resort, I would rather spend the few bucks and have one, than be cheap and have to explain to folks why I didn't spend it. It is a personal choice, but what if it were you or a family member staring down a loose toad because someone chose not to?

copeland343 wrote:
Flat towing a vehicle and towing a trailer have different rules and requirements do not get the two confused.

There are different rules for flat towed cars vs trailers regarding trailer brakes and break-away systems?? Are you sure?
Thanks

Flat towing a vehicle and towing a trailer have different rules and requirements do not get the two confused.

Nutinelse2do wrote:

lonetow wrote:

Nutinelse2do wrote:
Why would you take a chance by not having one?
Just saying.....
That is a whole lot of liability if something does happen.
If you can afford the toys, you should be able to afford to protect yourself and others on the road!

Don't come off judging me, if you can't answer the question then...........just sayin

Not judging. Why take the chance is what my question is. Actually being quite thoughtful and looking out for the best interest of all involved! Sorry if you took it personal!
Safe travels to you and all around you.

"being quite thoughtful" really? did you think about the fact that if they are not required in the state I'm traveling in, then I am not liable, so you're answering my question with a question? Thanks

lonetow wrote:

Nutinelse2do wrote:
Why would you take a chance by not having one?
Just saying.....
That is a whole lot of liability if something does happen.
If you can afford the toys, you should be able to afford to protect yourself and others on the road!

Don't come off judging me, if you can't answer the question then...........just sayin

Not judging. Why take the chance is what my question is. Actually being quite thoughtful and looking out for the best interest of all involved! Sorry if you took it personal!
Safe travels to you and all around you.