Towing RV with Imperials (68)

["Dick Benjamin" <dickb@xxxxxxxxx>]

I can't answer your question completely, but I have a 68 Crown 4 Dr Ht with
the towing package - the only difference that is obvious is that the rear
springs are stronger.   This makes the car ride somewhat more firmly than
one would expect for a luxury car - and I also have another one without this
package, so I am fairly sure this spring difference is the reason.    I do
not see any difference in the radiator or fan, two areas which would have to
be beefed up on lesser cars, but Imperials are so overdesigned in those
areas that perhaps enhancement was not necessary.   Adding a hitch to these
cars is tricky, as there is no separate frame to bolt to.   The hitch had
been removed from my car before I bought it, so I do not know whether or not
a factory hitch was provided, nor how it might have been mounted - I see no
evidence of welding back there, so I assume it was a bolt-on installation.

Dick Benjamin
----- Original Message -----
From: "Grooms, James" <JGrooms@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
To: <mailing-list@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Monday, June 09, 2003 5:01 AM
Subject: IML: Towing RV with Imperials (68)


Hello,

I am considering a 68 sedan (440CID w/AC) as a tow vehicle for a 68 24 ft
Airstream (approx 3900 lbs). Looking for information and advice. What made
up the "towing package" from Chrysler for this vehicle?
Can anyone provide experience with setting up this vehicle with aftermarket
hitch, trailer brakes, trans cooler, etc.?

Thanks,
James