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03-06-2015, 04:37 PM
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Phat Phrog Stunt Team
Join Date: Aug 2011
Location: Iowa
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Originally Posted by WEMig
Doesn't mean its wrong or un-safe.  |
When the factory says no double tow in "my" mind that means if you do it, it's not right or safe. 
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03-06-2015, 04:40 PM
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Member
Join Date: Sep 2013
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Warranty is likely only one year, so I wouldn't see it as losing much. Any reputable hitch shop should be able to get you setup to tow the commander behind the fifth
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03-06-2015, 04:54 PM
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William
Join Date: Jan 2012
Location: South Louisiana
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Originally Posted by rracer5
Looked into the same for my 2014 Sanibel 3250. Dealer called PT and was told that unless they (PT) or Lippert certified welder does the install, your warranty would be VOIDED!
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Turbs, In this case PT is stating that it would have to be a PT or Lippert certified welder which infers that it can be done according to the factory. Its is common practice within reason in Louisiana and I have yet to come across any issues with a properly installed hitch. To say it is unsafe and not allowed isnt a fair statement.
Its kinda like the "weight police" chasing Old Coot around this forum and he runs circles around them. 
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03-06-2015, 07:43 PM
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Phat Phrog Stunt Team
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Location: Iowa
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Originally Posted by WEMig
Turbs, In this case PT is stating that it would have to be a PT or Lippert certified welder which infers that it can be done according to the factory. Its is common practice within reason in Louisiana and I have yet to come across any issues with a properly installed hitch. To say it is unsafe and not allowed isnt a fair statement.
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Lol!
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03-07-2015, 04:51 AM
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I run from New Jersey to Florida running Interstate highways as much as possible. Never had an issue or even a second look from any law enforcement. I'm under the max length from my home portal and it is completely safe. It's triple trailer towing that is illegal now around here. For all those that get confused, double towing is 2 trailers and triple towing is 3 trailers.
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03-20-2015, 10:50 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Nov 2012
Location: Austin, TX
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I see many in Texas but this was a first.
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03-21-2015, 04:56 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jul 2012
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Nice fuzz buster,,,,,,you're right! That is a 1st for me too as I've never seen anyone do that before
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03-21-2015, 04:58 AM
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Join Date: Jul 2012
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I used to tandem tow with no issues, had a bolt in custom hitch which allowed the frame to gently flex when turning and had zero issues....all was good
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03-21-2015, 05:45 AM
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Senior Member
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Location: Idaho
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Quote:
Originally Posted by kho6658
I see many in Texas but this was a first.
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Saw a Dodge dually last summer pulling a setup like that, had to wonder why.
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03-21-2015, 09:46 AM
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Senior Member
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Location: Austin, TX
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Originally Posted by Ford Idaho
Saw a Dodge dually last summer pulling a setup like that, had to wonder why.
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I was wondering the same thing. Maybe so the wife and him can both have a vehicle.
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03-21-2015, 10:34 AM
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Always Learning
Join Date: Nov 2011
Location: Four Corners, FL
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Originally Posted by kho6658
I was wondering the same thing. Maybe so the wife and him can both have a vehicle.
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Could be full-timers and want a small vehicle for getting around but still like the floorplans that are offered by fifth wheels vs. motorhomes.
This thought has actually crossed my mind with some future dreams of ours.
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03-21-2015, 12:53 PM
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2007 WildCat 32QBBS
Join Date: Jul 2011
Location: NJ
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Quote:
Originally Posted by kho6658
I was wondering the same thing. Maybe so the wife and him can both have a vehicle.
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Originally Posted by Ford Idaho
Saw a Dodge dually last summer pulling a setup like that, had to wonder why.
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I could see the need. My wife doesn't want anything to do with driving the dually. So if she wants to run out for anything, guess who has to take time away from his attempt at trying to wear out the folding chair? Me!
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03-21-2015, 01:14 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Sep 2013
Location: Idaho
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Quote:
Originally Posted by 05CrewDually
I could see the need. My wife doesn't want anything to do with driving the dually. So if she wants to run out for anything, guess who has to take time away from his attempt at trying to wear out the folding chair? Me!
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Bummmerrr!
A suggestion?
Amazon.com : Westport Adult Folding Tricycle : Childrens Tricycles : Sports & Outdoors
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03-21-2015, 02:34 PM
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2007 WildCat 32QBBS
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Location: NJ
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Originally Posted by Ford Idaho
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Ha. We already bring the bikes. It's those longer rides with the kids to like Wallyworld is a problem. We are workin on it.
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04-25-2015, 06:18 AM
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Rod W9
Join Date: Nov 2014
Location: Central Michigan
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UTV towing
We pull our Ranger on a snowmobile trailer behind our Crusader325RES. Just add some structure to mount a hitch, the rear bumper is not built for a hitch.
As for the warrantee, it would only affect a frame issue, and that's a non issue unless your towing a big heavy boat or pickup truck, or something stupid heavy.
Good Luck.
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05-11-2015, 07:02 AM
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Junior Member
Join Date: Apr 2015
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Have pulled double from Michigan to Florida for 7 years. Just bought a toy hauler but pulled a 37+ foot fifth wheel with a 13 ft trailer/motorcycle on the back. Heard horror stories from others but was never stopped.
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05-11-2015, 07:58 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Aug 2014
Location: Texas
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Quote:
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LOL, The Union maintenance guys use these Tricycles to get around the plant instead of walking. 
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