It floated a couple minutes but then Sank...Total loss
#101

haven't owned a car with drum brakes in quite a while but I have several vintage motorcycles with drum brakes. if you have 2LS (dual leading shoe) drum brakes then there is dramatically more stopping power in the primary direction (forward) than the secondary direction (reverse). my vintage motorcycles with 2LS brakes can barely stay put without drifting back on any sharp incline with the brakes applied. it's strange till you understand how they work.
#102
Senior Member


Chock the rear wheels but have some line on the chocks tied to the vehicle. This way you will drag the chocks with you. No risk hitting them with the trailer. Stow them properly once clear of the ramp area. Easy & safe.
#103
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Thankfully you are safe with no bodily injuries. I think you'll be happy with yourTouareg. I tow with a land rover discovery diesel with the same tow rating. I pulls great in the books of central Virginia. I believe the 4x4 systems are different but I expect your towing experience will be similar.
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Thankfully you are safe with no bodily injuries. I think you'll be happy with yourTouareg. I tow with a land rover discovery diesel with the same tow rating. I pulls great in the books of central Virginia. I believe the 4x4 systems are different but I expect your towing experience will be similar.
#107
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I heard they are the vehicle of choice these days for FL nudists 
But, a cousin has had one for several years and really likes it. Just be prepared for more expensive parts and service compared to the Ford. But it is a whole different (better) driving experience. Glad no one was hurt

But, a cousin has had one for several years and really likes it. Just be prepared for more expensive parts and service compared to the Ford. But it is a whole different (better) driving experience. Glad no one was hurt
#108
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Thread Starter

I heard they are the vehicle of choice these days for FL nudists 
But, a cousin has had one for several years and really likes it. Just be prepared for more expensive parts and service compared to the Ford. But it is a whole different (better) driving experience. Glad no one was hurt

But, a cousin has had one for several years and really likes it. Just be prepared for more expensive parts and service compared to the Ford. But it is a whole different (better) driving experience. Glad no one was hurt
Leather sticks to nude bodies so we might have to use towels to sit on for that.
#109

Didn’t read through 6 pages, but if it hasn’t been said, props to OP for posting this. Never easy to post pictures of your car underwater I’m sure.
I parked my truck on a wet (has just rained) steep hill the other day...(not a boat ramp) threw E-brake on and truck in park...opened the door to get out and truck skidded back about 2 feet almost ran me over.
Was a bit of a wake up call because I also trailer a boat
I parked my truck on a wet (has just rained) steep hill the other day...(not a boat ramp) threw E-brake on and truck in park...opened the door to get out and truck skidded back about 2 feet almost ran me over.
Was a bit of a wake up call because I also trailer a boat
Last edited by sammythetuna; 11-14-2019 at 06:52 AM.
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#110
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Thread Starter

Didn’t read through 6 pages, but if it hasn’t been said, props to OP for posting this. Never easy to post pictures of your car underwater I’m sure.
I parked my truck on a wet (has just rained) steep hill the other day...(not a boat ramp) threw E-brake on and truck in park...opened the door to get out and truck skidded back about 2 feet almost ran me over.
Was a bit of a wake up call because I also trailer a boat
I parked my truck on a wet (has just rained) steep hill the other day...(not a boat ramp) threw E-brake on and truck in park...opened the door to get out and truck skidded back about 2 feet almost ran me over.
Was a bit of a wake up call because I also trailer a boat
https://www.nationwide.com/how-and-w...ency-brake.jsp
#111

Here's the correct way to use E-brake as a few have stated above. I never did it this way but will start now.
https://www.nationwide.com/how-and-w...ency-brake.jsp
https://www.nationwide.com/how-and-w...ency-brake.jsp
To be clear, in my story above, my truck skidded a bit, the brakes did not release...
#112
Senior Member

The OP indicates his floated a bit.
I'm glad it's never been me. I know a few it happened too and they are not careless dumb asses. So I reason it happens much easier than one might think. I wonder if in all the chaos anyone thinks to check.if the brake actually failed or not.
#113
Admirals Club 


That really sucks OP. Thanks for sharing your story and for the tip on turning the front wheels. I've never had any issues but it doesn't sound like you had any either, until you did.
#114
Senior Member
#115

Wont catch me chocking wheels.
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#117
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A friend of mine used to live there. Nice place! It's not in the greatest neighborhood, but the units themselves, the view and location by water are impressive, and it was cool to visit by boat.
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