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jerryrigged
Explorer
Apr 12, 2016

Illegal / dangerous to pull 11,000 trailer rated 10,000 lbs?

I had another thread recently talking about how to set this up. Curt/DrawTite both sell a hitch that can be added to a Ford Econoline 1-ton van (e350), but someone told me it's not only illegal but...
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jerem0621
Explorer II
Apr 14, 2016
I'm thinking someone doesn't have enough experience to tow at GCWR let alone a few lbs over and needs to get more experience towing... A new receiver or a new truck for that matter will not make you safe. Even being in your ratings will not make you safe... Experience is what you need...

Towing is risky... Heck getting out of the bed in the morning is risky. Get experience to offset the risk.


Thanks!

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