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Old 23 April 2008, 08:23   #21
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The first thing we have to ascertain is the nose weight of the trailer hitch, this should be in the order of 5-10kg.


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Old 23 April 2008, 08:24   #22
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The handbook for my motor reckons 150 lb's
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Old 23 April 2008, 09:39   #23
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The handbook for my motor reckons 150 lb's
Glad you said that cause i thought 75 kg
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Its about 70kg yes, but its more about the tow vehicle's recommendation (as well as the hitch itselfs restriction).
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