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First time towing...no problem

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Old May 30, 2010 | 09:34 AM
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Originally Posted by kevinc66
Yea, I'm not looking forward to having to back the trailor up as well, I figure when I go to U-Haul in El Paso, I'll pull in, disconnect in a open area and go in and settle up,lol lol.
I'd suggest taking the trailer into a large empty parking lot after you've picked it and practicing backing up. Eventually you'll figure it out (or at least get better at it) and in case you come across a moment where you have to back up on your journey, with a load, you'll be more comfortable.

Also, the Uhaul trailers have surge brakes, so they connect utilizing the 4 pin connector. One more fyi - there is no way to lock the trailer to your truck.
 
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Old May 30, 2010 | 11:15 AM
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Originally Posted by Sobomaster
I'd suggest taking the trailer into a large empty parking lot after you've picked it and practicing backing up. Eventually you'll figure it out (or at least get better at it) and in case you come across a moment where you have to back up on your journey, with a load, you'll be more comfortable.

Also, the Uhaul trailers have surge brakes, so they connect utilizing the 4 pin connector. One more fyi - there is no way to lock the trailer to your truck.
Yep i agree. If you havent towed nothing before play in a parking lot for a little bit and make sure when u make right and left turns do not forget you have a trailor behind you
What is the maxim towing capacity. I read that on this new 09,10 is around 10000 lbs as long as you have the HD package.
 
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