At 11:21 AM 4/21/97 -0700, you wrote:
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>The brakes are smooth, but I would like some more power, and a much firmer
>pedal. They do not inspire confidence with a 3000+ pound trailer (without
>trailer brakes).
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>Frank Ball 1UR-M frankb@sr.hp.com (707) 794-4168 work
>Hewlett Packard (707) 794-3038 fax (707) 538-3693 home
>1212 Valley House Drive Kawi KDX200, Yamaha XT350 YZF600R Seca 750
>Rohnert Park CA 94928-4999 '95 Dakota SLT Club Cab V8 5-Speed 2WD
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Frank:
I believe, at least where I live, any trailer greater than half the weight
of the tow vehicle requires trailer brakes. I suspect you are overloading
your brake system.
I towed a 6,000 lbs. trailer (no brakes) with my 3/4 ton (much bigger
brakes and heavier) for several miles .... very scarey, would never do it
again.
Rob Agnew
ragnew@islandnet.com
Victoria, British Columbia
Canada
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