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tsnider
08-18-09, 05:22 PM
I'd like to get rid of my pickup and get a 8 or 10 ft. trailer to pull behind a Honda Accord. Most of my hauling consists of hauling lumber for furniture 1 or 2 times a year for ~70 miles. Load would be around 900 lbs max.
Can I put a hitch on the Accord to pull the trailer?
If so should I? I realize that not everything possible should be done.
Thanks

Gunguy45
08-18-09, 05:52 PM
Don't think that car is rated for any towing..not what I'd do..
mango man
08-18-09, 06:14 PM
twice a year , rent a truck with the money you save on gas
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TOHeating
08-18-09, 08:17 PM
Probably alright as long as you had common sense as to what your pulling and how it affects the dynamics of the car.
Have you asked this question to Honda ? I would thik that would be my first stop.
Unclediezel
08-19-09, 05:10 AM
Although I cant reasonably imagine an ACCORD towing anything.....

T-O has the right Idea.....Ask HONDA if a tow hitch is available as a FACTORY option.....Their response should answer your question.

You can get an aftermarket Hitch for a Bicycle these days...but only a FACTORY part will put aside any doubt as to capability....

Also ask about any warranty stipulations.........
Tijoe
08-28-09, 08:00 AM
You have a Japanese passenger car because it's economical and dependable. Towing a 10 ft trailer loaded with lumber will kill it as surely as taxes are going up and it may also kill you in the process. Rent a truck as suggested earlier.
Bill