[Rhodes22-list] Need tow vehicle recommendation

[The Rhodes 22 Email List]

Goes anyone know what a Rhodes 22 weights? Dan Merkel


---- The Rhodes 22 Email List <rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org> wrote: 
> I launched and retrieved a 2700 lb boat with dual wheel trailer  using my
> trusty old 99 Passat V6 Front-wheel drive 5-speed stick shift. But I only
> had to go a mile or less at 25 mph and had a very nice boat ramp. Before I
> retrieved for real, I first tested retrieving when launching so I'd know if
> it would work.
> 
> Very nervous because mileage around 160,000 and still on original clutch. It
> went over 200,000 before I sold it - still with original clutch. Also
> worried front wheel drive would be a problem.
> 
> It pulled it right out no problem - and got 30+ mpg on the highway (no
> trailer).
> 
> So for local, low speed towing and launching/retrieving twice a year you can
> get away with something smaller. 
> 
> 
> 
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> Brooks Bridges
> 1986, Recycled 2006 "Changes"
> Cambridge, MD
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