It is not unusual for the police or VOSA to pay particular attention to recovery vehicles and cars that are towing a heavy load. Keeping the entire rig legal ie, no cracks in the windscreen, good tyres, working lights and clean condition will help.
You do not necessarily require a very large electric winch to recover cars onto your transporter. Smaller 4x4 style winches will do the job but be aware that the drum speed may be much slower than that of a larger winch.
Musselburgh is the largest town in East Lothian and a good base from which to explore the beautiful coastline which stretches around to Dunbar. Its history dates back to Roman times and it was often fought over in the conflicts between Scotland and England. Visitor attractions here include one of the busiest racecourses in Scotland.
I have just purchased a recovery transporter. I am going to use it to take cars grass track racing but also thought I might be able to make a few quid doing local breakdown recovery work. It would only be part time as I have a full time job during the week. Do you need special training or a licence ...View Entire Thread