I have installed my euro hitch (if anyone needs the factory directions give a shout) but haven't yet installed the factory wiring harness, and have not yet towed anything. I think that the maximum rating for my hitch is 1700kg (trailer brakes required above 750kg).
I did have a euro hitch on my 123 wagon (NA engine, 5 speed transmission) and did use it for towing my ~3000lb (~1360kg) sail boat. It towed like a dream, especially when the SLS was working. One sphere failed, car bucked like a bronco only when towing, replace both spheres and it was smooth as silk again. That car was rated for 1500kg max, again trailer brakes required above 750kg. Confession: I do not have trailer brakes on my sailboat trailer, but never had a problem towing the boat, including a drive from Louisville KY to Charleston SC via the mountains. Braking and brake-fade where never an issue. The 124 factory instructions call for replacing the under-engine noise encapsulation shield with one that allows more air flow. An external transmission cooler with fan is required for loads over 1500kg if you also have air conditioning. I'd definitely change the transmission fluid/filter at the 15k mile intervals! Max -----Original Message----- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of tyler Sent: Tuesday, October 13, 2009 5:41 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] Anyone tow with a W124 wagon? Does anyone know if a W124 wagon (1987 300TD) can safely tow a 3500lb trailer? Would the transmission be up to it if a larger cooler was added? Could the engine cooling system keep up with such a load? What is the factory rated towing capacity? Tyler _______________________________________ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com _______________________________________ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
