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Towing help??

Discussion in 'Towing' started by RDAY, Mar 30, 2011.

  1. Mar 30, 2011 at 6:58 AM
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    RDAY

    RDAY [OP] Well-Known Member

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    I am going to be passing through 3 states next week (NY,PA,OH) I will be towing a dune buggy back to NY which is about 8ft long if that and 1100lbs it has a tow bar that will go on the back of my hitch what rules do i have to abide by or can i just hook and book cuz its so small?
    Thanks
     
  2. Mar 30, 2011 at 9:54 AM
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    Gregman

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    Probably doesn't have DOT approved tires or tow lights. I'd just put it on a trailer if it were me.
     
  3. Mar 30, 2011 at 10:01 AM
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    Janster

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    Using a towbar might actually require the vehicle (being towed) be legal on the street (registration/insurance).
     
  4. Mar 30, 2011 at 2:27 PM
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    RDAY

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    i guess ill just rent a uhaul
     

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