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Horse Trailer, Hitch, and Towing Vehicle Selection
by Robert N. Oglesby DVM
Introduction
Introduction
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Overview of Picking a Trailer
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Trailer Construction Materials
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Trailer Design
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Trailer Brakes
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Break Away Brakes
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Safety Chains
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Choosing a Vehicle
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Choosing a Hitch
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More Info
Horse trailers and trailering horses safely is an area all horse owners are interested in at one time or another. Lack of experience with towing 2 to 6 tons and trying to understand the technical information involved with safety recommendations and even legal requirements makes it easy to see why towing horses is always a sure cause of nervousness to the beginning hauler. This article will attempt to ease the unease. It covers trailers, trucks, hitches, brakes, and other safety equipment to help you make informed decisions about equipement.
~Word Count: 4007 words (The average magazine page contains about 600 words);
~Last Updated: May 28, 2008;
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