EMERGENCY TOW???

whisker

Petty Officer 3rd Class
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May 17, 2006
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hi guys,<br />i need some advise. my friend was on vacation ..almost 5 hours from home with his boat. his truck was involved in a wreck but everyone is ok. the truck was not as lucky. he needs me to get his other vehicle..a 2000 ford explorer sort.. 2wd v6..no tow package. his boat is a 18footer with 135johnson ..i figure weighs about 2800lbs or so. will this vehicle tow that boat without killing the explorer or someone around it?what u think?
 

jtexas

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Re: EMERGENCY TOW???

Does it have a frame mounted hitch? If not you're close to the 3500 limit for towing on the bumper. Otherwise that car can handle the weight no problem. But note that unless the trailer has brakes, it will add considerably to its stopping distance.
 

RubberFrog

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Re: EMERGENCY TOW???

Probably not an ideal setup but should be ok for an emergency.
 
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