I lift the load until there is almost no weight on the front crossbar. I think when I drove 75 miles I put a screw in sideways to pin the tenon in but for 20 minute drive not needed.

If I was going to drive cross country I might add triangulation from the other tow eye.

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2011 E70 • N55 (me)
2012 E70 • N63 (wife)