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Byrdy


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I know you should have brakes on the dolly for that extra saftey. That being said it looks like we are going another year with MH. We are going to dolly our 2006 VW rabbit tired of no real toad. Found a heavy duty dolly at a good price, but does not have electric breaks on it. Its been suggested that with the wieght of my VW that I dont have to be overly concerned about not having brakes on dolly. What do you think, 32' Georgetown 315 Triton 10



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Legally you might have a problem. In the state of California if your toad weighs over 1500lbs ( I think) you have to have brakes. Other states have similar requirements although the poundage will very. I'm sure your rabbit weighs more than most states will allow to be towed without brakes.

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Byrdy wrote:

I know you should have brakes on the dolly for that extra saftey. That being said it looks like we are going another year with MH. We are going to dolly our 2006 VW rabbit tired of no real toad. Found a heavy duty dolly at a good price, but does not have electric breaks on it. Its been suggested that with the wieght of my VW that I dont have to be overly concerned about not having brakes on dolly. What do you think, 32' Georgetown 315 Triton 10

 The requirements for brakes on the towed unit vary state to state.  Here's a link to a website that puts it all on a map: http://www.brakebuddy.com/Towing-Laws Keep in mind that the tow dolly weight needs to be included in the total weight you're towing.

The legal ramifications are definitely worth considering.  If someone pulls out in front of you and you can't stop in time a lawyer will certainly have his way with you if you don't have the required brakes.



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Thankyou both very much. Ron, link is perfect, your lawer login also ca't be disputed . Thank you very much



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