[Rhodes22-list] A Tow Veh. question.

[Steve Alm]

Bob,
This is an issue with me too.  I use a Ford E250 full-size cargo van--rear
wheel drive, V8.  I'm considering a 4 X 4 because my rear tires spin when
I'm maneuvering on grass (we park the boat in the yard sometimes) or wet,
steep ramps.  Maybe I just need better tires like Rummy says, and I hate to
give up my longer wheel base, but I'm thinking Blazer, Explorer, Cherokee,
Jimmy--I don't know.  I would think a 5600 lbs. rating would be more than
enough.  I think my boat and trailer come in at about 4400 or less.  Other
opinions, please?
Slim

On 4/25/05 2:43 PM, "Bob Weber" <ruba1811 at hotmail.com> wrote:

> Hi all I am considering buying a vehicle to tow the boat.  It will be my
> full time car with only about a week of towing a year.  I am looking at the
> Chevy Trailblazer.  The transmission is rated to tow 5600 poundes.  Not
> quite the margin I wanted but with gas prices and the little amount I plan
> to tow I think it is a good compromise.  In my price range I can get a new 2
> wheel drive version or a USED 4x4.  Has anyone relyed on a 2 wheel drive
> veh. to launch and unlaunch for any length of time?  If so please tell me if
> you seriously wished for a 4X4.  Any thoughts are appreciated.  Thanks Bob
> Weber
> 
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