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    M989A1 recovery and towing tips.

    It actually might be a reflector and not a light, but whatever is on that outside edge front corner is what I watch.
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    M989A1 recovery and towing tips.

    Also on the turning, I usually watch it in the mirror and you can see the outside edge, when you turn it starts to tuck in behind truck, I usually don't let the marker light thats on that corner go out of sight and that is plenty enough room to avoid contact.
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    M989A1 recovery and towing tips.

    I don't stop at weigh stations. But your results may vary ;)
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    M989A1 recovery and towing tips.

    Its very subtle, you can see it in mirror, but not feel it. Goes away when loaded. But again you can't feel it. I have towed 5th wheels, travel trailers etc and this thing tows like its not even there. It will be cake, I am sure you will like it.
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    M989A1 recovery and towing tips.

    Looking closer at your pic, looks like you prob have the short tongue. Also hard to tell but you might be missing trailer wiring plug so would need one of those for lights. I would also bring something/plan to get the spare off the mount in case you need to change a tire on the trip.
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    M989A1 recovery and towing tips.

    I have used the heck out of mine loaded and unloaded, They tow great. When unloaded you will see a little tracking back and forth especially if the road is uneven. The air comment is correct they use a fair amount when using a lot of brake applications/low speed stuff. Depending on the tongue...
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