ramblinwreck
Albuquerque, NM
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I'm wondering if these things are worth the money ($380.00) and also whether or not a bra on the front of my trailblazer would serve the same purpose but at the same time would be much less expensive.
Any thoughts?
Thanks.
2006 Islander 40G
08 Chevrolet Trailblazer
Two Children (Eric (18) and Alyssa (14))
Two Golden Retrievers (KP and Shadow)
One cat (Jack)
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fireman148
Collierville
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I bought one and only used it twice before I took it off. If your coach has a guard hanging behind the rear tires, I don't think you really need it. I haven't had any trouble. Otherwise, you probably need to use it.
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CaptJeff
Southern California
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I heartily recommend the Protect-A-Tow. See it here: http://protectatow.tripod.com/
I've had mine for about 6 months and have used it for over 3,000 miles. Not only cheaper than most of the alternatives out there at $200, it's easy to install and attach, and it protects your toad from most road debris. I'm towing an 06 Toyota Avalon and feel good about the protection it gets.
One word of caution: The stitching around the plastic netting is substandard and will start to rip at the corners. I took mine to a canvas shop where they reinforced the stitching and it has worked flawlessly ever since.
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Gary Franks
Pacific Northwest
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I have been using the BlueOx KarGard for a couple of years now.
I chose the KarGard over the Roadmaster model because the KarGard folds in half and can be stored in my motorhome’s compartment or in the toad’s trunk.
I did not consider using a bra on the car because it wouldn’t have protected the windshield unless I purchased one of the specialty bras specifically designed for a toad. I also didn’t like the idea of putting a bra on the car anyway, unless the car was clean, the bra would scratch the car finish.
I considered a huge mudflap on the motorhome, but after observing numerous motorhomes kicking up rocks every time their mudflap made contact with the ground, I concluded that mudflaps cause more hazards for the toad than they protect.
I considered the Protect-A-Tow but I wanted something a little quicker and easier to take on and off. However, I do think that the Protect-A-Tow would be the most effective.
I originally was towing a Lincoln Town Car and now I’m towing a Jeep Wrangler. The KarGard has been effective in protecting both vehicles.
'05 Fleetwood Bounder Diesel 39Z | Datastorm F2 Satellite Internet | Toad1: '03 Lincoln Town Car | Toad2: '08 Jeep Wrangler Sahara Unlimited 4WD
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