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Old 06-24-2011, 07:23 AM   #1
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I recently started pulliing my Sand Rail as a TOAD behind the MH. The logic? Heck, I can tow < 2000 lbs behind with no effort and the SR along with the HD in the toy area make a perfect combination when I stay somewhere for awhile. I mean, we're gonna get wet anyway, right?

It didn't improve my MPG any, but the comment quota sure went sky high!

I hope the pictures come out well enough to show. . .
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Old 06-24-2011, 07:54 AM   #2
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And your question is??
Is the Buggy street legal?
Or when at the campground, are you just going to use it driving around the campground?

I see the block behind the front wheel.
Doesn't it have a Parking Brake?

Another light car to pull and be out of the wet.
Is a Smart car.

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Old 06-27-2011, 07:16 PM   #3
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There was no question, just me letting my ego get out of control apparently.

Yes, it's street legal, it goes wherever I need it to, and no, I don't use it around the CP just for entering and exiting the grounds. The wheel block is a "last chance" safety in case some kid or someone gets into it, gets it out of gear, and releases the parking brake.
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Looks like fun. :-)
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Old 06-27-2011, 07:49 PM   #5
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Great looking SR.
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Old 07-04-2011, 03:54 AM   #6
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Looks like a LOT of fun. Thanks for posting it.
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I've been so happy with the way my Sand Rail pulled behind the unit that I decided to take a plunge and downgrade from the Hummer (H2) last weekend. I found a perfect little match that suits the lifestyle and can't believe the new mileage I'm getting so far. I'm waiting for the Road Master bas plates for towing (4-6 week wait!) but have already installed the Batt Disconnet and Wiring Harness . . .trying to stay ahead of the game. Going from >6000 lbs to < 2900 lbs should make a "mini" improvment overall.
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