Re: [EVDL] Chevy Bolt EV towing capacity NOT!

2020-06-22 Thread Peter VanDerWal via EV
All of them, it's a federal law. Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act. "The dealer/vehicle manufacturer has the right to deny a warranty repair but they must demonstrate that the aftermarket part caused the problem. The warranty remains in effect for all other covered parts." https://www.sema.org/sema-e

Re: [EVDL] Chevy Bolt EV towing capacity NOT!

2020-06-22 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
In what state would that be the case? - Mark Sent from my Fuel Cell powered iPhone > On Jun 22, 2020, at 10:27 AM, Peter VanDerWal via EV > wrote: > > Chevy actually offers a Class 1 hitch for the bolt, however it states that > it's not for towing but rather for using with a hitch mounted B

Re: [EVDL] Chevy Bolt EV towing capacity NOT!

2020-06-22 Thread Steves via EV
ominator of idiot. > > Oh, the normal 55 MPG prius gets 35 MPG towing at 55 MPH to the local > scout events. > > Bob > > -Original Message- > From: EV On Behalf Of Peter VanDerWal via EV > Sent: Monday, June 22, 2020 1:33 PM > To: Electric Vehicle Discussi

Re: [EVDL] Chevy Bolt EV towing capacity NOT!

2020-06-22 Thread Robert Bruninga via EV
V On Behalf Of Peter VanDerWal via EV Sent: Monday, June 22, 2020 1:33 PM To: Electric Vehicle Discussion List Cc: e...@vanderwal.us Subject: Re: [EVDL] Chevy Bolt EV towing capacity NOT! Actually, from what I've read, the main limitation of towing has mainly to do with how safe the combi

Re: [EVDL] Chevy Bolt EV towing capacity NOT!

2020-06-22 Thread Peter VanDerWal via EV
Actually, from what I've read, the main limitation of towing has mainly to do with how safe the combination is at highway speeds. Most states do not limit speed when towing so in order to be rated to tow a trailer, a vehicle HAS to be able to do it safely at the highest speed allowed, which in

Re: [EVDL] Chevy Bolt EV towing capacity NOT!

2020-06-22 Thread Peter VanDerWal via EV
Chevy actually offers a Class 1 hitch for the bolt, however it states that it's not for towing but rather for using with a hitch mounted Bicycle carrier, etc. https://accessories.chevrolet.com/product/trailering/110-lb-capacity-trailer-hitch-carrier-mount-by-curt%E2%84%A2-group-associated-accessor

Re: [EVDL] Chevy Bolt EV towing capacity NOT!

2020-06-21 Thread Mike Nickerson via EV
Discussion List Cc: Lee Hart Subject: Re: [EVDL] Chevy Bolt EV towing capacity NOT! Willie via EV wrote: >>> It really depends on your anal retentiveness or how risk averse you are. EVDL Administrator via EV wrote: >> And on whether you're willing to discard the warranty

Re: [EVDL] Chevy Bolt EV towing capacity NOT!

2020-06-21 Thread Lee Hart via EV
Willie via EV wrote: It really depends on your anal retentiveness or how risk averse you are. EVDL Administrator via EV wrote: And on whether you're willing to discard the warranty on a $30K+ vehicle. Willie via EV wrote: Agreed. The risk averse should not install a trailer hitch on a car

Re: [EVDL] Chevy Bolt EV towing capacity NOT!

2020-06-21 Thread Willie via EV
On 6/21/20 9:27 AM, Paul Dove via EV wrote: The I-MiEV says not to pull a trailer because the brakes aren’t rated for it. However, I know lots of people doing it. Not sure I would tow a boat with it. With regenerative braking people rarely use the brakes. Mine is 8 years old and the pads sti

Re: [EVDL] Chevy Bolt EV towing capacity NOT!

2020-06-21 Thread Paul Dove via EV
The I-MiEV says not to pull a trailer because the brakes aren’t rated for it. However, I know lots of people doing it. Not sure I would tow a boat with it. With regenerative braking people rarely use the brakes. Mine is 8 years old and the pads still look new. Sent from my iPad > On Jun 21, 2

Re: [EVDL] Chevy Bolt EV towing capacity NOT!

2020-06-21 Thread Willie via EV
On 6/21/20 9:06 AM, EVDL Administrator via EV wrote: On 21 Jun 2020 at 8:25, Willie via EV wrote: It really depends on your anal retentiveness or how risk averse you are. And on whether you're willing to discard the warranty on a $30K+ vehicle. Agreed. The risk averse should not install

Re: [EVDL] Chevy Bolt EV towing capacity NOT!

2020-06-21 Thread EVDL Administrator via EV
On 21 Jun 2020 at 8:25, Willie via EV wrote: > It really depends on your anal retentiveness or how risk averse you are. And on whether you're willing to discard the warranty on a $30K+ vehicle. David Roden - Akron, Ohio, USA EVDL Administrator = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = =

Re: [EVDL] Chevy Bolt EV towing capacity NOT!

2020-06-21 Thread Barry Oppenheim via EV
Model 3 can tow https://electrek.co/2019/05/08/tesla-model-3-tow-hitch/ Model Y can tow https://www.tesmanian.com/blogs/tesmanian-blog/tesla-model-y-tow-hitch Model S can tow https://torkliftcentral.com/2012-2016-tesla-model-s-ecohitch-stealth (An early, used Model S in good condition can be boug

Re: [EVDL] Chevy Bolt EV towing capacity NOT!

2020-06-21 Thread Willie via EV
On 6/21/20 7:58 AM, mark hanson via EV wrote: Hi Folks, I saw a 5200 lb towing capacity emailed out so I googled the operators manual for a 2020 Bolt, Page 230 that says NO towing capacity. So don't see any EV (except a unaffordable pricey Tesla X) to tow my 1600lb alum boat. Maybe compromis

[EVDL] Chevy Bolt EV towing capacity NOT!

2020-06-21 Thread mark hanson via EV
Hi Folks, I saw a 5200 lb towing capacity emailed out so I googled the operators manual for a 2020 Bolt, Page 230 that says NO towing capacity. So don't see any EV (except a unaffordable pricey Tesla X) to tow my 1600lb alum boat. Maybe compromise with a hybrid, but more attracted complexity than