[T3] Wiring Harness Needed (was RE: Faulty Fuel Pump)

[Adriel Rowley]

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1971 Sunroof Squareback with F.I.- Located in Coastal San Diego County
Student, A.S.U. Mesa, AZ


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> From: Bobsnotch at aol.com
> Date: Thu, 3 Jan 2013 16:22:41 -0500
> To: type3 at vwtype3.org
> Subject: Re: [T3] Wiring Harness Needed (was RE: Faulty Fuel Pump)
>
> In a message dated 1/3/2013 2:03:28 P.M. Eastern Standard Time,
> jaransont3 at comcast.net writes:
>
> This is simply NOT true. Although there are small trailers with emergency
> only tethered electric brakes, any reasonably large trailer like a two
> axle U-Haul car hauler will have fully proportional electric brakes. These
> brakes do need the proper wiring and brake control in your car. New F-150s
> with trailer towing packages come standard with the electric brake controller
> built in. Aftermarket ones are readily available.
>
> The link Adriel posted was a somewhat Rube Goldberg mechanical version for
> flat towing a vehicle, but it might work.
>
> I would be hesitant to flat tow a 2000 lb Type 3 through the mountains
> with an older 3500-4000 lb car without some trailer braking.
>
> The big thing would be whether or not U-Haul would even rent you a trailer
> for your tow car. :O They're very fussy about what pulls their stuff. BTDT
> while trying to rent a tow dolly once. They wouldn't do it, as they felt
> the tow vehicle wasn't heavy enough or powerful enough to pull it with the
> car that needed pulling. This can be a problem IF you're stuck in the middle
> of no-where USA. Just something to keep in mind.
>
Bob, that is my concern too! I thought the ReadyBrake was a bit over $100 but actually about $350. But, I would have it any time I needed it or if someone needed it, I have no problem loaning it. That is why I like this community: we help each other, like John did looking up the U-Haul information and you replying with information. I know I can be annoying, so... Anyway, then up to me to mess things up. 

What I also have run into is their computer not having the information. If it is not there, then too bad! Mercedes of U.S.A. doesn't recommend towing, though Germany gives the specifications!

In the end, might all come out in a wash. I would imagine the tow bar is about $100, then you need lights at $50, plus wiring, plus time,... With this, the Squareback becomes a trailer with brakes!

> I've tow dollied before with my V6 S-10 before, and I'll tell you that you
> really need to think ahead when using one, as they (tow dollies) don't
> normally come with brakes.
>
That is a concern! Another reason for having trailer brakes. In all reality, this ReadyBrake could be made to work for any auto. I could even tow another Mercedes home! l.o.l.


Thank you so very much!
Adriel