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Hi Ho, up North I shall TOW... SC400 Towing info/pic

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Old 05-04-07, 04:12 AM
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Reese Class II hitch from AutoZone. Took to a muffler shop to torch off about 2 inches on the upper bolt bracket. This bolts to the hold brackets rearward of the mufflers. Cutting is necessary to clear the muffler. Re-connect muffler bushing. Used a standard four wire connector for the electricals, route though the spare tire hole underneath for good looks. That's it. Works great. Cost: $128 for the hitch, $9 for the tongue, $7 for the 2" ball, $6 for the connector, $60 for my mechanic's time.

Old 05-04-07, 05:28 AM
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this is the first for me to see the sc workin hard
Old 05-04-07, 05:40 AM
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pullin all that weight, keep O/D off to prevent overheating and be sure to allow double distance for braking!!
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Thanks boys for the tips. Interestingly, there are several pages of tips and information about towing in your SC's owner's book. My load is extra light... I am traveling with about 900 pounds (including trailer). Tongue weight is about 60 pounds. Believe me, it drives all kinds of different. I keep a safe distance ahead, and no overdrive in the city.
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Up north.... in Texas?!

Where ya from - Venezuela?
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never thought i would see a sc with a tow hitch ...
Old 05-04-07, 09:19 AM
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Originally Posted by dubstar
never thought i would see a sc with a tow hitch ...
Ive seen an SC300 with a tow hitch. They have the HP and TQ to pull something around if they need to, no problem.
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