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19 May 2024, 18:24
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Ford Transit Custom Towing & launching ability.
We are thinking of getting a Ford Transit Custom L1H1 and converting it into a simple micro camper. I was wondering if many people on here tow their boats with this type of van and if so how they are on slipways
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19 May 2024, 21:05
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Country: UK - England
Town: Romford Essex UK
Boat name: Sea Fury
Make: Bit of everything
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I have a L2 H1 Berlingo 1600 and tow my boat. the van is also a micro camper with external rear awning on the barn doors.
No towing issues
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19 May 2024, 23:37
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Boat name: SHARKY
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Good tires and a limited slip are worth every penny. They do make a 4x4 version $$$$$
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20 May 2024, 06:26
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Peter_C
Good tires and a limited slip are worth every penny. They do make a 4x4 version $$$$$
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Yes I have been looking for the 4 x 4 version but they seem very few and far between
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20 May 2024, 07:38
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Town: Principalite d'Chaos
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Is there a front Towbar available for them?
As with any Front Wheel Drive vehicle it's getting the weight on the driving wheels that's the issue.
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20 May 2024, 08:08
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Nasher
Is there a front Towbar available for them?
As with any Front Wheel Drive vehicle it's getting the weight on the driving wheels that's the issue.
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That is an excellent point. I dont know about the front towbar but will do a little research
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20 May 2024, 08:11
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Cant see one immediatly but there are loads of ordinary tow bars for the rear on ebay for about £150
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20 May 2024, 12:07
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It will have to be a removable one for the front as on a newer vehicle they are 'not for highway use'.
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20 May 2024, 13:02
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Country: UK - England
Town: Falmouth
Make: Ribcraft
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I’ve launched and recovered my Ribcraft 585 with my Transporter T5.1 the slipways I’ve used it on have all been pretty decent so haven’t had any issues. It’s the T32 version so rated to tow 2400kg and tows very well. I’ve also done a camper conversion, had the pop top and windows etc done professionally then made the interior to suit my needs as only for my wife and I.
I’m about to put it on the market as just not using it enough so better for it to go to a good home and have some use.
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20 May 2024, 14:03
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Just remember the weight limit used to be different between models, although maybe not make a difference for your use.
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20 May 2024, 14:23
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Easedalenovice
Yes I have been looking for the 4 x 4 version but they seem very few and far between
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Are you sure Ford do a custom 4wd? I thought it was only the bigger transit that came with 4WD
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20 May 2024, 17:15
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Quote:
Originally Posted by 69cmw
Are you sure Ford do a custom 4wd? I thought it was only the bigger transit that came with 4WD
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I think they do but I would not be going for that one. My Budget is up to say £15K so somthing around 2018 70k miles
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20 May 2024, 21:18
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Quote:
Originally Posted by 69cmw
Are you sure Ford do a custom 4wd? I thought it was only the bigger transit that came with 4WD
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Yes the Transit comes in an AWD version in the USA at least starting in I believe 2020. There were upfitters converting them to 4x4 long ago with a hefty price tag.
The Transit is also rear wheel drive, so a limited slip would make a world of difference. Unless they now use traction control to prevent wheel spin. Haven't researched them in awhile. They come in a 3/4 ton and a 1 ton version with a dually version even for purchasing more tires!
They discontinued the smaller Transit Connect, because...well in America using more fuel is
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20 May 2024, 22:33
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Peter_C
Yes the Transit comes in an AWD version in the USA at least starting in I believe 2020. There were upfitters converting them to 4x4 long ago with a hefty price tag.
The Transit is also rear wheel drive, so a limited slip would make a world of difference. Unless they now use traction control to prevent wheel spin. Haven't researched them in awhile. They come in a 3/4 ton and a 1 ton version with a dually version even for purchasing more tires!
They discontinued the smaller Transit Connect, because...well in America using more fuel is ![facepalm](https://www.rib.net/forum/images/smilies/facepalm.gif)
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I think out with conversions, it was this last year they did a 4x4 version over here…….and as for fuel price…we won’t go there ![smilie](https://www.rib.net/forum/images/smilies/smile.gif)
Autos are rare and get a hefty price hike as well!
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21 May 2024, 11:33
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Country: UK - England
Town: Frinton-on-Sea
Boat name: RibRoulete
Make: Highfield
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The autos are shocking to tow with (non 10 speed) and have a very low permissible weight too.
Much better of with a Transporter 4motion if you want 4wd, having had a Transit Custom & T6 4mo at the same time on the work fleet id always take the VW as they drive so much nicer and more responsive.
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21 May 2024, 13:09
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Quote:
Originally Posted by mhill
The autos are shocking to tow with (non 10 speed) and have a very low permissible weight too.
Much better of with a Transporter 4motion if you want 4wd, having had a Transit Custom & T6 4mo at the same time on the work fleet id always take the VW as they drive so much nicer and more responsive.
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I would not go for the Auto as very poor at towing I am after a manual in the 2.2 engine size. They don't have the wet belts that can be an issue I understand
Not interested in VW's
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21 May 2024, 13:17
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Vw probably still amongst the best out there, but you pay a premium for them.
Wife can't drive a manual, which adds to the cost as well, and that's with any manufacturer.
Be cheaper trading her in
Although with age....the idea of an auto definately appeals to me, more and more!
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21 May 2024, 13:30
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Country: Other
Town: Principalite d'Chaos
Boat name: The Nashers Revenge!
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Engine: Optimax 225
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Peter_C
The Transit is also rear wheel drive
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I didn't realise until I googled it after your post that the transit is available in either Front or Rear Wheel Drive options.
I thought only the really early 1960/70s ones were RWD, possibly into the 80s at the latest.
After that I thought all would be FWD
Apart from the various 4WD options of course.
I wonder how many in the UK are Rear Wheel Drive.
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21 May 2024, 13:34
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Country: UK - England
Town: Frinton-on-Sea
Boat name: RibRoulete
Make: Highfield
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Engine: Honda 150 FBW
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Nasher
I didn't realise until I googled it after your post that the transit is available in either Front or Rear Wheel Drive options.
I thought only the really early 1960/70s ones were RWD, possibly into the 80s at the latest.
After that I thought all would be FWD
Apart from the various 4WD options of course.
I wonder how many in the UK are Rear Wheel Drive.
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The Transit Custom is FWD only.
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21 May 2024, 13:47
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Boat name: Redneck
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Brinormeg
Although with age....the idea of an auto definately appeals to me, more and more!
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That's not nice talking about your wife like that Brin
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