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Old 01-14-2012, 07:32 PM
FFparker FFparker is offline
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Default Towing a car with 2.5L

My buddys car is broke down right now and needs to be pulled home later tonight (about 5 to 8 miles). Its an acura rsx fairly small. You think my 2.5L could get him home safe with a recovery strap?
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Old 01-14-2012, 07:33 PM
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Default Re: Towing a car with 2.5L

should be able to
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Old 01-14-2012, 07:43 PM
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Default Re: Towing a car with 2.5L

Oh ya, you'll be fine. Just take your time. I'd make sure your buddy is good to buy you a new bumper if he hits you while pulling him.
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Old 01-14-2012, 07:46 PM
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Default Re: Towing a car with 2.5L

I don't think he'll want to do that..He just got this thing repainted and recovered after being totaled.
I'll be sure to take pictures! haha
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Old 01-14-2012, 09:07 PM
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Default Re: Towing a car with 2.5L

yeah especially since all 4 wheels are still on the ground, ull be fine

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now as for legality....idk
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Old 01-15-2012, 09:10 AM
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Default Re: Towing a car with 2.5L

My 2.3 pulled my 1/2 ton chevy a few miles just fine, only did about 40mph but still pulled it, you should be fine!
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