Re: [A/S] Tow Vehicles

["vrmanac" <andy@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Hi Jim

Your van will tow the 29' very nicely if it is set up properly and 
has a few modifications, I would not hesitate to use it.  Your van 
has a very short overhang and a relatively long wheel base.  If my 
memory serves me it also came with 225/75R x 16 LT tires  on 16x7" 
rims which is and ideal tire and wheel combination (don't let the 
tire dealer sell you on bigger tires they will be a disadvantage). 

It likely was built with a heavy duty radiator that may have lost 
some of its efficency by now so a new one may not be a bad idea.  A 
transmission cooler would also be required but it may already have a 
factory one as it was a common option on conversion vans.

Replacing the shocks with a high quality gas charged such as a Munroe 
Gas Magnum will give it a more controlled ride without being harsh. 

Your springs should be fine if the Van rides level now.

You need a 1000 lb capacity equalizing hitch and two sway controls 
would be necessary. Though a Welded ball mount is best a bolt 
together will do.  Eaz-Lift is the brand I prefer, I would stay away 
from a Reese as their new cast iron shanks force the ball to be way 
to far behind the bumper. This combination will be quite stable so a 
Hensley would not be a necessity but it is always better.  

The axle ratio is a question that you should answer.  
In the van will be a sticker covered in 3 digit codes arranged 
alphabetically.  You are looking for the ones that start with "G"  
GU4 for example.  The sticker is likely on a door frame or the edge 
of a door or in the glove compartment.  Let me know what it is when 
you find it and I can tell you what axle ratio you have.

Andy