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• BMX 2004/04 X3 3.0 Sport - Towing a horsebox with a BMW X3 16 Mar 2010 (Forum)
  the braked towing figure to be pull'able by the car as described in the manual without any changes. I dont know what to do. Can you help? Thanks, Rodw
• Why won't main dealers retro-fit tow bars? 10 Aug 2009 (Forum)
  I asked my local VW dealer to quote me to fit a tow bar and electrics to my Golf. Mr service desk man, he say no! They are just not interested in that sort of work, despite the fact that the item is included in their accessories list. However, he did have the heart to recommend a local outfit
• Peugeot 306 (1993 - 2001) - Fitting single electrics tow bar 24 Oct 2007 (Forum)
  I have just fitted a tow bar to my Peugeot 306 and now need to fit the electrics. 1) Do I simply drill a hole in the underside of the car and fit a gromet and drag the wire through or is there some other better route/ way / position for this that a pro would use ? 2) Where do I attach
• Pushing automatics. 25 Sep 2005 (Forum)
  IRC 1. Modern cars with auto gearboxes should only be towed / recovered with the driven wheels suspended else the gearbox is damaged. 2. I also believed that autos could be moved by being pushed or conventionally slowly towed very short distances. Can someone advise me if the above is correct
• A class Mercedes-best buy ? 4 Apr 2001 (Forum)
  a detachable tow hitch which was an (expensive)option on the Golf as we tow five or six times a year . It is a tidy solution to hide the tow-ball. Question : Can these type of hitches be retro-fitted or is it a factory only option. 2. Some of the "new" non Mercedes dealer sourced cars have a quick heat
• 1996 Ford Galaxy Starting Problem... 20 Jan 2007 (Forum)
  Hi all, the problem with my friends Galaxy is that it wont start unless towed!!! He's changed the Heater plugs and all the filters but still no good. A local mechanic told him it's a common thing with these, the CRANKSHAFT PULLEY wears so much that when turning the engine over the pulley's wear
• Wifes' car doesn't exist! 18 Mar 2004 (Forum)
  Hi all, My wife needs a new car, but her list of requirements are I believe impossible to match: - 5 proper seats - large enough for her artwork (ie rear seats must fold or must be an estate). Artwork is as large as 4"x3". - ideally wants a softtop - should be capable of towing a caravan. I
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  Can you recommend a 4x4 for towing? 18 Jul 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I need a car with 4wd in order to tow glider trailers out of farmer's muddy field. However, most of the driving will be on ordinary road so I need the...
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  Would you recommend the Isuzu D-Max or the Ford Ranger for towing? 9 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I am still looking for a 4wd pickup and have been impressed by the ‘Extra-cab’ versions of the Isuzu and Ford because they have a rear hinged doors into...
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  Which easily-maintained car do you recommend for towing a caravan? 28 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I tow a twin axle 1.8 tonne caravan in the UK and Europe with my 168,000mile 1999 Land Rover Discovery TD5. I really want to change it for something newer...
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  Could towing a caravan have caused a transmission fault in my automatic Mondeo? 28 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 1998 Ford Mondeo Ghia with automatic transmission. Purchased from new, it has covered 60,000 miles and is in very good condition. Yesterday a...
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  What is more fuel effcient - towing or hauling? 5 Jun 2023 (Ask HJ)
  What's the most fuel efficient way to move two tonnes of cargo, a light truck like a Daily or Sprinter or a trailer behind a Toyota Hilux or Isuzu D-Max?...
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  I only do short journeys but need to tow a caravan. Should I buy a petrol or diesel car? 9 Nov 2020 (Ask HJ)
  My normal commute is less than 10 miles to work so I use a petrol car, but I was thinking about getting a caravan. The caravan I like is 1700kg. Is there...
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  Is there a good seven-seat MPV that's petrol? 7 May 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I need to buy a car to replace my poorly Kia Sedona. Is there a realistic petrol large family car? We need seven full-size seats plus boot space (the Sedona...
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  Can I hold a private car park liable for my stolen tow bar? 20 Nov 2018 (Ask HJ)
  We were parked at a local theme park when our car’s tow bar was stolen. We have reported it to the police, but the theme park is refusing to cover the...
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  Volvo V70 - which engine is best? 6 May 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I currently own a 2006 Volvo V70 with a D5 engine. It has completed 130,000 trouble free miles and I want another V70, probably one year old. Not sure...
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  Which SUV is best for towing a caravan? 11 Jan 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to purchase a new diesel SUV for towing a caravan. All the new models in dealers' showrooms at the moment show Euro 5 emissions. I understand...
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  Is the dealer responsible for this Dacia problem? 14 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have had a few problem with my new Dacia - the most serious being the complete tow bar becoming loose when towing and causing damage to the rear bumper....
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  Fiat 500 petrol injection failure warning light flashing - is it safe to drive the car? 6 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
  The injection failure warning light on my car is flashing. Is it safe to drive about 15 miles to my local dealer or do I need to arrange a tow truck? If...
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  Tug boat 21 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  We have a Volvo XC90, which we are looking to replace. We no longer need a 7-seater but it might be useful on occasions. We need to tow a 1,500kg boat...