syncro seems to have pretty good brakes... better than the 2wd models as I
recall, right?

Mick Kalber
Tropical Visions Video, Inc.
62 Halaulani Place    Hilo, Hawaii  96720
ph. 808-935-5557    fax 808-935-0066
hotlava@interpac.net
www.volcanoscapes.com

-----Original Message-----
From: Todd Last [mailto:Rubatoguy@mindspring.com]
Sent: Sunday, August 13, 2000 11:06 AM
To: Mick Kalber
Subject: Re: Trailer hitch, other Parts For Sale...

I've found that the brakes are more of a problem than power.
I have a small trailer I pull and it does not make that much difference on
the
power side.
But boy-howdy it needs lots more space to brake.

Install, at least with the hitch that bolts to the tow-hooks is very simple.

regards,
Todd

Mick Kalber wrote:

> What has been you guys experience installing trailer hitches on late model
> WBX Vanagons.  Is it a simple install?  What kind of payload can be towed
> and what are the downsides/problems?  Obviously the power is the biggest
> problem, but what else?  And how much lower would the hitch make the van
on
> a syncro?
>
> I have a cow trailer that I use to transport various items... usually not
> too heavy, although I recently brought in a couple tons of base coarse.  I
> use my Jeep (V8) with no problem, obviously, but am considering getting
rid
> of her and just using the Syncro.  Thoughts?
>
> Mick Kalber
> Tropical Visions Video, Inc.
> 62 Halaulani Place    Hilo, Hawaii  96720
> ph. 808-935-5557    fax 808-935-0066
> hotlava@interpac.net
> www.volcanoscapes.com
>
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