Buying a CR-V for a Toad
We have a class c Winnebago and are looking at buying a used Honda CR-V to pull behind. We would like to use this car as a 2nd vehicle when not RVing. My question is: Does a car get some damage when b...
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The CRV makes a great toad and a reliable daily driver. We have driven ours over 140,000km and towed another 70,000km behind two different motorhomes. The only thing we've spent money on so far is oil changes and tires.
We use Blue Ox towing equipment, but there are other good ones. We've never experienced damage of any sort.
Personally, I disregard scare tactics such as the one below. A toad is not a trailer and thus is not subject to the same rules in most states and provinces. There are exceptions, so it pays to be informed. If you are towing close to the limit of your RV, then a braking system may be a wise choice, but the "absolute need" is simply people's OPINION. Nothing more.
We use Blue Ox towing equipment, but there are other good ones. We've never experienced damage of any sort.
Personally, I disregard scare tactics such as the one below. A toad is not a trailer and thus is not subject to the same rules in most states and provinces. There are exceptions, so it pays to be informed. If you are towing close to the limit of your RV, then a braking system may be a wise choice, but the "absolute need" is simply people's OPINION. Nothing more.
CA Traveler wrote:
And yes you absolutely need a braking system. Some will chime in and disagree and good for them. Ask your self should you unfortunately be in court, how can you explain to the judge how you choose to not meet the braking requirements of his state?
