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Old 07-08-2011, 05:46 AM
merlin215 merlin215 is offline
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Default Re: Moving: Can my truck tow this trailer?

Auto surge brakes slow the trailer down so the truck brakes don't overwork ( They actually work together with the truck and the trailer brakes to slow down the vehicle ) . A good thing to have if you haul a lot of weight . Basically the trailer brakes assist in stopping the vehicle . think of going downhill with all of that weight , or driving 65 and need to stop fairly quick . You can have this set up as they install a box that mounts in your truck . I would say if the trailer is going to be loaded fully , then do it if you travel a long way , it can help your vehicle stopping and save your brakes as well as some wear and tear on them . don't let the truck lug up a hill as that can put more pressure on the engine . You have a 5 speed so You can control your shifting better as well . What I used to do on older trucks is downshift to a lower gear going down hills and let the trans slow the vehicle down .
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