That's why the word "NOT!" is on the end of the subject line. I have a 1937
Dodge D5, so I know how powerful they are ...or "aren't", maybe I should
say. They will move with traffic as long as you don't try to go on the
Interstate.
I saw an article where they were pulling nearly 10,000 pound trailers with
early 1950's cars. It was in Mechanix Illustrated or a similar publication.
These cars had a top speed of 45 mph while towing ...not quite up to modern
standards. It did surprise me how much they did tow, however. The magazine
was not mine. I wish I had asked the guy if I could buy it!
I tow with vintage cars, but not that far vintage (as a 1935 Chrysler
Airstream)! Cars of the 1960's and 1970's were fairly well built and
powerful. Late 60's and early 70's had seat belts, collapsible steering
columns, dual brake systems, disc brakes, etc. that make them decent, safe
and somewhat reliable vehicles. So far, my vintage tow cars have not broken
down so badly I couldn't get home. I didn't use the '37 Dodge, however!
MARC WEIMER
Punxsutawney, PA - Home of the Groundhog
#15767
1963 Globe Trotter
1971 Globe Trotter
http://users.penn.com/~mweimer
----- Original Message -----
From: "Toby Folwick" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: "Multiple recipients of VACList" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Sent: Thursday, February 22, 2001 11:15 AM
Subject: [VAC] Re: Suggested vintage tow vehicles ...NOT!
> the Chrysler/Desoto Airstream/Airflow would not do a
> very good job of safely pulling an Airstream. Yeah
> that was the car of choice in 1935/1936 when the
> trailers were LIGHT, but I know 2 people that have
> trailers of that era - Dr. Holman (1935 15') and the
> film director Tim Burton (1936 19'?) - okay maybe a
> couple others.
>
> as a side note, a (1 of 4 made) 1935 Desoto Airflow 2
> doors sold for $28,000 recently. restored.
>
> Toby Folwick
>
> --- Weimers <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> > While you're at it, why not check one of the
> > "Airflow" Chryslers at
> > http://clubs.hemmings.com/airflow/photos.html
> > There are a lot more of these about, and you might
> > actually be able to buy
> > one!!
> >
> > The again, there was a Desoto called the
> > "Airstream". Check one of these
> > babies out at
> >
> http://detnews.com/1998/joyrides/classics/gallery/36desotoairstream.htm
> >
> > MARC WEIMER
> > Punxsutawney, PA - Home of the Groundhog
> > #15767
> > 1963 Globe Trotter
> > 1971 Globe Trotter
> > http://users.penn.com/~mweimer
> >
> > ----- Original Message -----
> > From: "Robert / Susan Harper" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> > To: "Multiple recipients of VACList"
> > <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> > Sent: Wednesday, February 21, 2001 10:25 PM
> > Subject: [VAC] Suggested vintage tow vehicles
> >
> >
> > > Here it is. The tow vehicle we've all been
> > dreaming of for our vintage
> > > Airstreams. The Stout Scarab. Not a lot of HP, but
> > you could squeeze a big
> > > block V-8 in there, I'm sure:
> > http://www.ohtm.org/35stout.html
> > >
> > > If you'd prefer a 3-wheeler, try the Dymaxion:
> > >
> >
> http://www.washedashore.com/projects/dymax/pictures.html
> > >
> > > BH62GT/SC
> > >
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