My S10 actually pulled a real trailer.* pics*

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  1. zippy

    zippy Well-Known Member

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    well i had to take a trailer from uship to a guy in nebraska on my way to work. i've never really pulled anything with the truck except for a car dolly. so heres a pic of the truck and trailer and then below is my work truck and backhoe:

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    GVW 58000... nicewaytogo
     
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    COOL! waytogo

    I towed my 67 chevelle on a car trailer behind our 95 GMC safari van. That 4.3 v6 surprised me, but it was no CTD. The Chevelle weighed 3600lbs and the trailer was 1200lbs.
     
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    Quick!! Someone get that plate number and call DOT!!!!!:stir:
     
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    be my guest they wont do anything. yeah the truck 70 no problem and i got 13.5 MPG.
     
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    I got 12.5mpg towing the chevelle @ 70mph. I'd say it did pretty good.
     
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    thats awesome... yeah i really like the 4.3L it's a strong motor just like the 350 was. i would like a little better mileage but i cant complain.
     
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    Hey Zippy, ever drove a Brant truck?waytogo
     
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    a brant truck? no
     
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    Sorry Zippy, I meant "Brandt" truck, ask your UP buddies. Sweeetwaytogo
     
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    ill have to ask them.
     
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