In a message dated 02/12/2000 3:16:58 AM Eastern Standard Time,
pmetzger@top.monad.net writes:
<< the general rule is that the bigger the ratio of distance between the
steering axle and the pivot point (ie: trailer hitch) and from that
pivot point to the trailer's fixed axle, the more difficult it is to
back a unit up. when going forward through downtown a short trailer is
a piece of cake, but trying to back it up will make ya wanna call mama
for advice real fast! >>
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And with a tow dolly you actually have two pivot points...the hitch, and the
steering on the car on the dolly. The rental I used had a warning on a
sticker on the fender about not backing up, but the sticker was almost worn
off.
Ain't we got fun?
Allen Hefner
Philly Region SCCA Rally Steward
'77 Midget
'92 Mitsubishi Expo LRV Sport
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