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When we were ready to leave OH hooked the van up, we checked the lights etc. OH then went to mens room so I thought right lets get in the drivers seat and move this baby.  I did not go far but towed the van round to the exit and waited for OH and towed it down the road for a bit.  I hadn't quite got the mirrors right so could not see as well down the road as I wanted. As I did not feel confidant about adjusting the mirrors on the move I pulled over and let OH drive the rest of the way home. Will have another go soon.  I really just wanted to get a feel for it and see how the car felt with the van on the back.  Part of the problem was I knew we had to go round a busy roundabout and get on the A1. Next time I think I will go for a straight run down the A1 or a motorway first.  I still feel quiet proud for having ago though.

Valerie

Well done for having a go and next time you will gain more confidence.

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Ditto, but I am very worried that the scarf is going to get caught in the wheel

I think the feel of towing is great its a fantastic achievement, for male and females. I towed our van last season, and loved it, not had a go yet this year, hubby has jumped in the driving seat first.

Shirley

Many congratulations!!   It does give you a bit of a buzz when you manage it, doesn't it?  Now just keep having a little practice and soon you'll be ready for a whole trip on your own! 

I still find reversing to be the tricky part.  I just have to take it slow and steady until I manage it.  And if it doesn't go right the first time, I just pull forward and have another go.  It took three attempts to get the caravan back up on the drive after our last trip - but who cares, it got there in the end!! 

Stuart

Well done you.

Yes I can tow but my problem is the A1 I just dont like the throught of towing on it or any motorway come to that. I am O.K. towing on normal road Hubbys says just do it the more you do it the easy it becomes

Sennen

Thanks for all your comments and encouragement. I have to get there as OH does not want to do all the driving when we go to Scotland in September. I rather like driving so this is just another skill to add.  As for reversing I can always cheat and use the mover.  

Valerie