roofrack or towbar

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ronnie b

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my neighbour (lets just call him Mr ive no computer so can u go on the net 4me) was looking for a roofrack for a 02 transit and or a toe bar. any advise or costs would be appreciated. also would his insurance increase if he went for a toe bar. rb
 
Don't know about insurance but you need a licence to tow a trailer.
 
ronnie b said:
my neighbour (lets just call him Mr ive no computer so can u go on the net 4me) was looking for a roofrack for a 02 transit and or a toe bar. any advise or costs would be appreciated. also would his insurance increase if he went for a toe bar. rb
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Allianz have told met there is no extra cost if you have a tow bar on a comprehensive private car policy, but while towing you are only covered third party. Maybe it's different for vans.
 
WhoAmI said:
Only if the trailer has more than one axle, otherwise the standard car licence covers it.
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Are you sure about that? I thought there was something about gross weight but I thought this was around which category rather that need or not needing an appendix to a category for a trailer.
 
If he does decide to get a trailer, Ifor Williams has a brilliant reputation among builders and farmers. Just check any building site or mart. I have one and it's built like a tank, light as a feather.

They're fairly expensive new, but there are plenty 2nd hand available. Make sure the braking system and lights work before handing over any Euro.
 
We rented a roofrack and box for a trip from Dublin to Cork and it was great, although it whistled when you hit about 70km/hour, still it was very handy. Anyway if yer mate is only using it seldom, renting might be an option.
 
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