Quote:
Originally Posted by Bongo Boy
A typical 16 foot Millard probably wouldn't be more that 1000kg TARE weight, then you have the ATM, which is what you are allowed to add to the TARE weight. In the older vans, it's usually not that much - maybe 200 - 300kgs, so technically, you probably won't be towing over 1,500kgs.
Have a look at the rego papers and see what your TARE & ATM weights are as a starting point.
The other thing to remember is that the older vans were built like a brick (very little aero), so there will be a lot of wind resistance too, which will add to the towing stress.
Auto transmission coolers are also recommended if you are towing regularly.
|
Thanks mate.
Yep owner said it weighed around 1400 so your specs sound completely spot on.
Ok cool I will look at those ratings - I thought towing capacity was all that was legally required so I'll look into it.
Yes I knew on a cooler but the local caravan place said not required if only towing 10 times a year max for only an hour. That may be wrong.
Thanks again BB.