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Oct 25th, 2008, 19:50 | #1 |
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Towing with the Geartronic
Hi, I have a 2004 S60 2.4L D5 with the Geartronic automatic. I have the Volvo detachable towbar (fitted from new)
I now wish to tow a Parker 235 yacht, the displacement inc trailer is 1850Kg Is the detachable towbar rated for this load?? I can't find any information on it and will I need to have a transmission oil cooler fitted. |
Oct 25th, 2008, 22:37 | #2 |
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As long as it is within the train weight of your car and you can get the nose weight right I would think so. But that is likely to be over your kerbweight.
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Oct 27th, 2008, 08:46 | #3 |
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I think that the S60 D5 is a 1800kg max towing weight - so it might be pushing it a little. I have sent an email to my Volvo dealer - who I trust with regards to towing - they advised me very welll about mine.
Additionally 1850kg is quite a large multiplier for the car to trailer weight. How long will you tow for? 10 miles, 100miles??? I presume the trailer is a twin-axle? |
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Oct 27th, 2008, 09:39 | #4 |
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Dealer just got back to me
He says the S60 D5 is rated at 1600KG and would advise NOT trying to tow 1850KG with it. |
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