Jeff, If you're using a full sized truck to tow and launch an M-15, I don't believe you will have any issues. I tow and launch my M-15 with my Passat wagon and I've never experience any issues. After your first launch, I'm sure you will fell more secure with your tow vehicle. Skip -----Original Message----- From: Howard Audsley <haudsley@tranquility.net> To: For and about Montgomery Sailboats <montgomery_boats@mailman.xmission.com> Sent: Tue, May 8, 2012 8:30 am Subject: Re: M_Boats: Towing Vehicle Question I have a 4WD Tundra that I use to launch and retrieve an M17 from similar ramps. cannot recall a time when I ever used anything but the rear wheels and that is ithout a tongue extension. I used a 2WD Suburban before that. If your ramp is that steep, I doubt you need the extension. She may float before he truck gets her feet wet. n May 8, 2012, at 5:44 AM, Jeffrey Johnston wrote:
I am a new owner of a M15 and have not yet launched her (Michigan).
My tow vehicle is a Chevrolet full-size pick up which is only two wheel drive. I am having some worries as I look at my various lake launch ramps, some of which are rather steep. These trucks are nortoriously light in the rear end and I am concerned as to whether I may find myself sitting and spinning at launch and retrieve time. I cannot afford a 4WD truck and thus am wondering what options other use (other than a tow truck) to launch and retrieve their Monty's if they are in my same shoes tow vehicle wise. My trailer does have a short (3-4 foot) tongue extension. Thanks. *Jeff+* Molōn labe!