Near accident caused by failing tow bar
We tow a lifted Jeep Wrangler behind our truck (with truck camper on top). The tow bar is from Smittybilt (here is the model). Because the Jeep sits higher than the truck, we have the extra piece on...
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My VW dune buggy tow bar had a similar failure when towed by its previous owner with a home made model. I replaced it with a Harbor Freight model, but would not suggest it for vehicles over 3000 lbs even though the tagged rating is higher. I would look for a 7500 lb rated bar for your Jeep regardless of the manufacturer since you occasionally tow off pavement.
