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NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade
05-06-2021, 06:23 PM
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For Sale:
Bigfoot B 17 Deluxe
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Glass House
This Bigfoot is sold.
This Bigfoot is sold.
Forum:
NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade
04-26-2021, 07:32 PM
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For Sale:
Bigfoot B 17 Deluxe
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1,914
Posted By
Glass House
Two 0 six 8 one nine 27 zero zero for photos and...
Two 0 six 8 one nine 27 zero zero for photos and details
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NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade
04-26-2021, 07:30 PM
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For Sale:
Bigfoot B 17 Deluxe
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1,914
Posted By
Glass House
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NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade
04-26-2021, 07:23 PM
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For Sale:
Bigfoot B 17 Deluxe
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1,914
Posted By
Glass House
Please text me for photos and details Two 0...
Please text me for photos and details
Two 0 six eight 1 nine zero zero
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NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade
04-21-2021, 09:10 AM
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7
For Sale:
Bigfoot B 17 Deluxe
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1,914
Posted By
Glass House
Bigfoot B 17 Deluxe
1988 Bigfoot B 17 deluxe, fiberglass trailer with rear bathroom.
Light to tow, under 3,000lb when loaded
Axle has been flipped for extra clearance
Wheel bearings regularly maintained...
Forum:
General Chat
02-20-2021, 10:41 AM
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WHAT DO YOU HAVE?
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2,377
Posted By
Glass House
We’ve had a 13’ Boler and a 17’ ’88 Bigfoot. We...
We’ve had a 13’ Boler and a 17’ ’88 Bigfoot. We love the bigger Bigfoot and the bath. We tow with a Jeep Grand Cherokee. The thing we miss about the boler is having the dinette in the rear. One...
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
12-06-2020, 01:52 PM
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Best Non-Custom Storage Cover for Bigfoot 17
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2,768
Posted By
Glass House
We have a 21’ clothe cover on our 17’ 1988...
We have a 21’ clothe cover on our 17’ 1988 Bigfoot. . That’s what our mechanic said was available. It was $300 but has openings for the door and windows on the door side. After four years it has a...
Forum:
Money Matters
10-12-2020, 01:35 PM
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Another stolen camper (6) story
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7,246
Posted By
Glass House
I like the idea of putting a chip in ones rig. A...
I like the idea of putting a chip in ones rig. A theft ring was discovered the last I heard of an incident of this nature.
Forum:
General Chat
09-12-2020, 10:01 AM
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HELP! Scamp stolen today!
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6,624
Posted By
Glass House
A homeless person made our. Bigfoot his home...
A homeless person made our. Bigfoot his home while we were waiting for parts at Camping World Tacoma. He smoked and basically moved in. There is NO security at Camping Worlds that I know of. They...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
09-03-2020, 10:47 AM
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Oakland 5th wheel by Bigfoot
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8,095
Posted By
Glass House
Look at Boci.com. There’s lots of info there....
Look at Boci.com. There’s lots of info there. That’s Bigfoot owners club international. You may want to join.
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
08-26-2020, 02:45 PM
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1981 Bigfoot holding tank sizes
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2,692
Posted By
Glass House
My 1988 B-17 deluxe has a 23 gallon water tank, a...
My 1988 B-17 deluxe has a 23 gallon water tank, a 15 gallon grey tank, and a 8gallon black tank. My sensors are also erratic. I get on my knees and look at the water tank under the gaucho and I open...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
08-14-2020, 07:51 PM
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86 B17 Bigfoot rock guard arm?
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1,055
Posted By
Glass House
I have one of those, but sadly no stone guard...
I have one of those, but sadly no stone guard anymore. You’re welcome to it.
Message me. Rteagardin@comcast.net
I’m near Seattle.
Robert Teagardin
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Hi, I am....
08-08-2020, 10:33 AM
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New and in the market
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3,012
Posted By
Glass House
Don’t do it! When it comes to towing you will...
Don’t do it! When it comes to towing you will greatly benefit from overkill! By buying a rig that pushes the limits of your tow vehicle, you are asking for trouble. A sales person won’t tell you...
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
07-29-2020, 05:25 PM
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Gauge/Sensor for gray & black tanks
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2,124
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Glass House
For the black tank just open the valve and look...
For the black tank just open the valve and look in the hole! For my clean water I just look at the tank. For the grey water I just dump black and grey every other day when parked with hook ups.
Forum:
Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
07-04-2020, 09:28 AM
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electrical wiring for a new fan
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741
Posted By
Glass House
I installed a max fan recently in my 88 Bigfoot....
I installed a max fan recently in my 88 Bigfoot. Take the wire off the nearby light and run it to the fan.
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
07-03-2020, 09:42 AM
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1989 bigfoot 17' replacing vent with AC or fan
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2,689
Posted By
Glass House
We have an 88 B-17.
We have an 88 B-17.
Forum:
Modifications, Alterations and Updates
07-03-2020, 09:41 AM
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1989 bigfoot 17' replacing vent with AC or fan
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2,689
Posted By
Glass House
We live in the Pacific Northwest where ac is not...
We live in the Pacific Northwest where ac is not normally needed. We winter in Southern California and Az and Baja where it’s mostly not needed too. We went with a Maxxfan. They have more features...
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
06-19-2020, 10:15 AM
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Glam ping up the outside fiberglass
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879
Posted By
Glass House
RV Tramp Stamps for all sorts of decals.
RV Tramp Stamps for all sorts of decals.
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
06-12-2020, 06:54 PM
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5
wanted: 1978 17 ft Bigfoot owners manual
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727
Posted By
Glass House
Most owners manuals are on the BOCI website. ...
Most owners manuals are on the BOCI website.
1978 is an oldie indeed. I have a 1988 B-17.
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
06-03-2020, 10:14 AM
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24
Fibreglass repair bigfoot door
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7,775
Posted By
Glass House
And smells. A unit of this vintage can have...
And smells. A unit of this vintage can have odors. My wife says mine does. Oh well.
Forum:
Hi, I am....
06-01-2020, 10:08 AM
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3
Newbie from Wa
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641
Posted By
Glass House
Welcome to the group. We are on Vashon Island and...
Welcome to the group. We are on Vashon Island and have a 1988 B-17. You should also consider joining BOCI. That is Bigfoot owners club international. There’s a lot of good info there and we have...
Forum:
Hi, I am....
05-29-2020, 10:03 AM
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New Bigfoot owners in Northern Canada!
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1,283
Posted By
Glass House
Welcome to the Bigfoot family. My wife and I have...
Welcome to the Bigfoot family. My wife and I have a1988 B-17. Consider joining Bigfootowners.com. There’s a lot of good info there and we have rallies too.
Forum:
Hi, I am....
05-21-2020, 03:08 PM
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11
Power converter/charger replacement/upgrade
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3,044
Posted By
Glass House
I have the PD45 in my 1988B-17. I built a little...
I have the PD45 in my 1988B-17. I built a little fuse panel to go with it. Works like a charm.
Forum:
Modifications, Alterations and Updates
05-21-2020, 01:16 PM
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35
BigFoot Vinyl Graphics
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6,017
Posted By
Glass House
Sure. I’m near Seattle. Where is that museum?
Sure. I’m near Seattle. Where is that museum?
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
05-21-2020, 01:02 PM
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11
My new, old Bigfoot
Views:
1,763
Posted By
Glass House
Like!
Like!
Forum:
Modifications, Alterations and Updates
05-21-2020, 09:45 AM
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35
BigFoot Vinyl Graphics
Views:
6,017
Posted By
Glass House
I have recently removed the graphics from our...
I have recently removed the graphics from our 1988 B-17. I like the cleaner look. I was told the shadowing will go away in about three years. I have replaced the two little Bigfoot guys on the sides...
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
05-10-2020, 04:34 PM
Replies:
4
front window rock guard
Views:
7,833
Posted By
Glass House
1988 B-17 Bigfoot
1988 B-17 Bigfoot
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
05-10-2020, 09:52 AM
Replies:
4
front window rock guard
Views:
7,833
Posted By
Glass House
Following.
Following.
Forum:
General Chat
04-28-2020, 10:43 AM
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17
Comfortable Chair for BigFoot 25TB
Views:
3,438
Posted By
Glass House
I’ve been known to move the dinette table outside...
I’ve been known to move the dinette table outside and out my comfy camp chair in its place.
Forum:
Modifications, Alterations and Updates
04-17-2020, 12:01 PM
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23
Bigfoot 17 gaucho bed conversion to dinette
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5,983
Posted By
Glass House
Man, you all have got the wheels a turning in my...
Man, you all have got the wheels a turning in my head! Id love a side dinette instead of the front dinette looking out at the street and the tow vehicle all the time. This down time we all have right...
Forum:
Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
04-16-2020, 10:46 AM
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25
Zamp, Go Power, Or Renogy
Views:
8,000
Posted By
Glass House
Im mostly a Renogy guy. I’m not inclined to split...
Im mostly a Renogy guy. I’m not inclined to split hairs and I really don’t need much. My system is so simple in my 30+yo Bigfoot trailer. I find Renogy tech support adequate tho I waited 20 minutes...
Forum:
COVID-19 RVing Information
04-12-2020, 05:34 PM
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139
What gadget should I spend stimulus check on?
Views:
8,113
Posted By
Glass House
So many toys, so little time. 😎😷🤔
So many toys, so little time. 😎😷🤔
Forum:
Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
04-12-2020, 05:30 PM
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28
What size of solar panel would you get?
Views:
3,637
Posted By
Glass House
I do it with a 50watt flex panel. I have modest...
I do it with a 50watt flex panel. I have modest needs and even do it on some rainy days. Battery is 125ah.
Forum:
Hi, I am....
04-01-2020, 11:02 AM
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10
New Bigfoot B17 owner!
Views:
4,148
Posted By
Glass House
Welcome.
We own a 1988 B-17. We keep it covered and heated to 12-16 degrees while stored. It is used mostly in winter when we go south. I know too there is a healthy support group in western BC with beaucoup...
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
03-30-2020, 12:07 PM
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13
What to look for when looking at a used camper
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2,303
Posted By
Glass House
Nose first!
I like to walk into a potential new to me trailer with my eyes closed and my nose on hyper alert for BAD smells.
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
03-24-2020, 10:15 AM
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22
Help with solar needed please
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1,644
Posted By
Glass House
Solar doesn’t have to be complicated. If you have...
Solar doesn’t have to be complicated. If you have a panel and a charge controller you can use the panel as a portable and hook the controller to a larger battery(mine is sealed 125 ah $275) and...
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
01-29-2020, 07:10 PM
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39
Anyone tow with a Kia Telluride?
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11,092
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Glass House
Y not tow with the Sprinter?
Y not tow with the Sprinter?
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
10-25-2019, 09:21 AM
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1
Bigfoot fifth wheel
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1,331
Posted By
Glass House
I have manuals from that era. I’ll look next time...
I have manuals from that era. I’ll look next time I’m at the covered trailer.
The manuals are also at the BOCI web site.
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
10-03-2019, 05:11 PM
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24
Moisture problems
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3,988
Posted By
Glass House
We use chamois “towels” in the morning to wipe...
We use chamois “towels” in the morning to wipe down the windows. Then turn on the maxx fan if appropriate.
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
10-03-2019, 09:08 AM
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6
Gone with the Wind
Views:
1,528
Posted By
Glass House
Gone with the Wind
Due to operator error, our rock guard that covers the front window of our 1988 Bigfoot 17 footer, is gone! Does anyone know where to get a reasonable facsimile of this? I have spoken to Bigfoot. They...
Forum:
Modifications, Alterations and Updates
07-30-2019, 05:55 PM
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4
Rooftop Solar Installation Bigfoot
Views:
2,386
Posted By
Glass House
Inspiring
I’ve been afraid to just tape or glue panels on. Seeing this gives me confidence. What year is your Bigfoot?
Forum:
Fulltiming in a Molded Fiberglass Trailer
06-29-2019, 10:29 PM
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63
State Domicile Choices for Full Timers--why not WA?
Views:
9,341
Posted By
Glass House
Why is it always about money? Don't folks have...
Why is it always about money? Don't folks have any aesthetic inclinations?
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
06-21-2019, 09:36 AM
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10
Bigfoot owner manual
Views:
7,018
Posted By
Glass House
When I started using my 1988 B-17 the plug to the...
When I started using my 1988 B-17 the plug to the tow vehicle was so corroded that it couldn’t possibly have a lit up the lights. Take your screwdriver to the plug and pop it open and see what’s...
Forum:
Modifications, Alterations and Updates
05-29-2019, 05:03 PM
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10
17 ft 83 bigfoot trailer bed size
Views:
5,754
Posted By
Glass House
A previous owner of my ‘88 B-17 took out the...
A previous owner of my ‘88 B-17 took out the gaucho bed and put in a solid platform bed with a ton of storage under it. It is so much better than the couch.
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
04-12-2019, 09:39 AM
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25
Suggestions Wanted for Dehumidifier
Views:
5,438
Posted By
Glass House
We just leave it heated to about 55-60 degrees....
We just leave it heated to about 55-60 degrees. That does the job for us.
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
04-09-2019, 06:10 PM
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Tow vehicle for Escape 17 and 19s
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6,673
Posted By
Glass House
Our Grand is comfortable, reliable and very...
Our Grand is comfortable, reliable and very strong. It was kinda pricey but we’re glad we have it. The bells and whistles are great.
It is a 2014.
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
04-08-2019, 09:50 AM
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Tow vehicle for Escape 17 and 19s
Views:
6,673
Posted By
Glass House
We love our Jeep Grand Cherokee with the 5.7...
We love our Jeep Grand Cherokee with the 5.7 liter engine. Great daily driver and it will tow your trailer like it is not even there. I love overkill when it comes to towing.
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
12-21-2018, 11:46 AM
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TV when on the road
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4,122
Posted By
Glass House
Like!
Like!
Forum:
Camping, Campout Reports
12-21-2018, 11:43 AM
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RVing in Canada
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3,430
Posted By
Glass House
I did the great northern loop last year in early...
I did the great northern loop last year in early June. By the time I finished the bugs(mosquitos, horseflies, and no seeums)were so bad I stayed in a motel my last night! The first ten days were very...
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Hi, I am....
09-04-2018, 09:32 AM
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Can I tow 17'Bigfoot with V6 Honda Van
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5,752
Posted By
Glass House
Folks who ask questions like this are usually...
Folks who ask questions like this are usually skating close to the edge. My rule is Overkill overkill overkill when it comes to towing. The peace of mind is worth it.
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