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Old 08-24-2011, 10:15 AM   #40
flambers
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Originally Posted by Sliver View Post
He said he has a towing package on his van so he should have a brake control unit which would activate the trailer brakes. A WD hitch will also help make braking a lot less dangerous (<--- updated wording for you, Ken ).
I am not sure Braking is the issue, but the engine will over heat and the transmission will have serious issues if you pull that much weight with a mini van.

I believe the Pontiac Montana is spec'd for 2200 pounds or something like that (i.e. no more than a tent trailer).
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