90 tow hitch rating

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I know the vehicle can tow 3.5 tonne but is my hitch suitable?
I cannot find a rating on the frame or ball/pin or casting.
Any ideas if this is suitable or does it need replacing with one that has a rating plate?
Cheers!
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bluedog333 said:
If in doubt, swap it out! It’s probably fine, some have markings, some don’t. I don’t know the legalities, but I’d get a new one for peace of mind.
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I think you re right. I have been looking at the new ones but they don'y seem to have the sprung loaded locking tab. The pin removes from the centre or is off set.
 
bluedog333 said:
Have to say, I’ve never seen that setup before, looks interesting.
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It was seized when I got the Landy, but I managed to free it off. It looks in good condition, it just does not have a rating plate.
If I can find a replacement, I will be on it like a shot :)
 
Does the ball / pin have an R-clip retainer at the bottom or does it just reply on the sprung clip to hold it in place?
I ask as I had a similar hitch on my S111 SWB V8 back in the 1980's. On that the sprung clip was a bit stiff and unbeknown to me hadn't locked properly and 20-miles down the road I lost the trailer.
Swopped it for a "proper" hitch immediately afterwards.
 
Litch said:
Does the ball / pin have an R-clip retainer at the bottom or does it just reply on the sprung clip to hold it in place?
I ask as I had a similar hitch on my S111 SWB V8 back in the 1980's. On that the sprung clip was a bit stiff and unbeknown to me hadn't locked properly and 20-miles down the road I lost the trailer.
Swopped it for a "proper" hitch immediately afterwards.
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It relies on the sprung clip. Thanks for the heads up!!!!
 
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