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1983 Avanti 305 towing capacity


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There is nothing in my 83 manual or literature that mentions towing capacity. One could suggest that checking the towing capacity of an 83 Monte Carlo 305 could be one data point but I would be careful as the Monte Carlo has a much more substantial frame than the Avanti.

If you do chose to tow with it, I have an Avanti specific hitch and helper springs that could be available, It's off my 74 that the PO used to tow his boat. The chrome is pitted but it's solid. Pictures if you want.

Bob

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I have an Avanti hitch I've never installed...Avanti Motors had them made by Draw-Tite back in the day. It's marked 2000 lbs. maximum with a 200 lb. maximum tongue weight. That puts it squarely as a Class 1 hitch.

I would definitely advise you install an auxiliary transmission cooler for towing. I used to work at an RV dealer back in the 1980's and have seen a few burned up transmissions from people not believing they needed an auxiliary cooler for towing. That can really ruin your day.

Since you have an '83, I believe that means you have a 4-speed hydramatic...a GM transmission specialist should have more knowledge but it might be advisable to manually leave the transmission in 3rd when towing, not overdrive 4th.

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