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Hi, Fellas-
OK, I've read a few posts about towing and hope I'm not pressing my luck given the history with my 94 Cutlass Supreme. But, I'd like to occasionally tow an 850# tilt trailer + 750# Harley and looking for suggestions.
I've found Class I & II hitches (JC Whitney & others) with up to 300# tongue & 3500# overall weight. My convertible is heavier than most @ 3650# and probably has the 160Hp 3.1L V-6 w/180-185#ft torque. I guess the load is in the 6000# range w/fuel, 2 riders & supplies. I don't expect this is a problem on level ground, but Washington has a few hills to climb. Will the car really pull this much [at any speed]?
I know heat is my enemy and I don't want to melt my tranny, so I've considered an external cooler. (Suggestions on size and installation [before or after radiator]?) What about products like Redline Water Wetter or similar that proclaim to reduce operating temps up to 30deg? I know of some heavy duty shift kits, but installation is probably beyond my ability/wallet.
The majority of my towing is done w/96 Ford Bronco XLT, so I don't have to use the Cutlass. But with fuel costs climbing I'd like to use use it if I can. Anyone done this successfully (or unsuccessfully)? I really appreciate any/all suggestions/feedback. Thanks again,
Eric in Tri-Cities, Washington
OK, I've read a few posts about towing and hope I'm not pressing my luck given the history with my 94 Cutlass Supreme. But, I'd like to occasionally tow an 850# tilt trailer + 750# Harley and looking for suggestions.
I've found Class I & II hitches (JC Whitney & others) with up to 300# tongue & 3500# overall weight. My convertible is heavier than most @ 3650# and probably has the 160Hp 3.1L V-6 w/180-185#ft torque. I guess the load is in the 6000# range w/fuel, 2 riders & supplies. I don't expect this is a problem on level ground, but Washington has a few hills to climb. Will the car really pull this much [at any speed]?
I know heat is my enemy and I don't want to melt my tranny, so I've considered an external cooler. (Suggestions on size and installation [before or after radiator]?) What about products like Redline Water Wetter or similar that proclaim to reduce operating temps up to 30deg? I know of some heavy duty shift kits, but installation is probably beyond my ability/wallet.
The majority of my towing is done w/96 Ford Bronco XLT, so I don't have to use the Cutlass. But with fuel costs climbing I'd like to use use it if I can. Anyone done this successfully (or unsuccessfully)? I really appreciate any/all suggestions/feedback. Thanks again,
Eric in Tri-Cities, Washington
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