P38 tow weight.

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muddylane said:
Hi Everyone
I am thinking of fitting a towbar /electrics so as to be able to tow a caravan to meetings (HISTORIC KART CLUB RACES) WHAT ADVICE COULD YOU OFFER PLEASE
Regards Brian
DOES ANYONE HAVE ONE FOR SALE??
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Electrics for the tow bar are behind the panels in the rear quarters, normal set on the offside, secondary set nearside. Do not be tempted to T into the lights wiring, the BECM wil not like it.
 
Datatek said:
Electrics for the tow bar are behind the panels in the rear quarters, normal set on the offside, secondary set nearside. Do not be tempted to T into the lights wiring, the BECM wil not like it.
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Seemed to remember getting an electrics kit from Rimmers for my first P38, couldn't be simpler as Keith has said behind the trim panel and just plugs in. Has all the gubbins you need and won't upset the BeCM, 'cos it's factory.

Proper job:)
 
Fergie46 said:
Seemed to remember getting an electrics kit from Rimmers for my first P38, couldn't be simpler as Keith has said behind the trim panel and just plugs in. Has all the gubbins you need and won't upset the BeCM, 'cos it's factory.

Proper job:)
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No need to buy an expensive RR tow loom, the connector pin outs are in RAVE and it's easy enough to make your own connections.
 
There is also another bolt on crossbar which fits behind the bumper from which a drop plate bolts to the towbar. Good luck with getting the bumper off. Usually seized bolts which are torx head.
 
Hello I had abetter look and the box section i thought was welded to the chassis is i believe bolted on , so am i to look for another towbar bolted behind the bumper any photos available brian
 
Hi Everyone
Thanks for your advice i think i now understand how a towbar fits are there any pros and cons re swan neck removable tow hitch against a permantley bolted on one ie towing weights etc i will be towing a twin wheel caravan

Brian
 
muddylane said:
Hi Everyone
Thanks for your advice i think i now understand how a towbar fits are there any pros and cons re swan neck removable tow hitch against a permantley bolted on one ie towing weights etc i will be towing a twin wheel caravan

Brian
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As long as the tow bar is plated with the appropriate CE approvals, you can tow up to 3.5 tonnes with whichever tow bar you fit.
 
Hi All
Removed the rear bumper yesterday Had to cut /grind and drill the 2 tork bolts that are the main fixing, some rust damage to the rear of the chassis rails ( fabrication and welding required currently looking for the best deal for a towbar on e-bay
 
I have done and had quite a lot done to my RR 2.5 Diesel recently and now I'm certain, it can easily pull the skin off a rice pudding.............well maybe anyway
 
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