towing

[togar]

Does anyone out there in El Camino land know if it is possible to tow a small lite trailer? If it is possible I will be adding a flex fan, oil cooler, transmission cooler, and trailer brakes. My sticker on the door that tell me the GVW and GVWR is not readable. Can anyone one give me that information? More information...I install a 350 engine and had my transmission rebuilt. Any and all information is greatly appreciated. Thanks!

[elky82]

I have an 82 i haul lumber and a small trailer with and i have no problems.if this will help any the elcamino loaded -maximum gvwr is 4500lbs..front cargo & pass load 175lbs plus front curb 1838lbs.=2013... rear curb =1413lbs+rear cargo &pass.load=1024 =2437./curb weight equals the weight of the vehicle without the driver,pass,or cargo.but encludes fuel and coolant .Other words...i have hauled max in my truck 845lbs with no problem.i did put on air shocks .hope this helps

[togar]

Thanks ELKY 82 the information helps a lot!! I feel comfortable that towing a lite trailer will be okay.

[REDSFILTHY]

I've towed 4000lbs. with my '84 but it has a full width hitch and 2" receiver. The engine has been replaced with a 383 too.My neighbor once towed 4 ton of rock behind his '71 but they have a full length frame under them.