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Towing Capacity

Posted: Mon Nov 06, 2006 8:08 am
by Casey_leonard
Hi all
Anyone know the towing capacity of a 92 Vit 1600 injected 4 door.
I would like to tow a boat/trailer that weighs 700Kg, would this need to be braked?, the towbar fitted at the moment is rated at 1000KG and a tounge weight of 70KG, I can get a heavy duty bar if necessary. I estimate the ball weight of the trailer to be around 45 Kilo.
Cheers

Posted: Mon Nov 06, 2006 3:59 pm
by gecko270
First thing you might want to do is check the legislation in your area. I'm pretty sure that in south australia they have changed it to <500Kgs requires trailer brakes. Besides....it's the first thing I'd do for a light car carrying a heavy load. Especially if you need to stop in a hurry.

Posted: Mon Nov 06, 2006 4:16 pm
by lay80n
Check the regulations first before you change anything. Maks sure what your want to tow is legal first on a Vit. Then work it out from there if you require brakes ETC. If your are stuck with checking info, PM me as i can access some of the regs for you.

Layto....

Posted: Mon Nov 06, 2006 8:13 pm
by Casey_leonard
Thanks All.

lay80n PM sent.