Can I rent a Tow Dolly to transport my vehicle?
It is a perfect low cost option to transport vehicles for either in-town or long distance moves. Tow dollies are available for rent either behind a U-Haul moving truck or behind your own tow capable vehicle.
What is a U-Haul Tow Dolly?
The tow dolly, a U-Haul patented design, is considered top of the line for vehicle towing. It is a perfect low cost option to transport vehicles for either in-town or long distance moves. Tow dollies are available for rent either behind a U-Haul moving truck or behind your own tow capable vehicle.
Can I rent a car Dolly for my lift gate truck?
Not available on lift gate trucks. A car dolly is the best option for front-wheel-drive vehicles by lifting the front wheels of your vehicle off the pavement. Car dollies can only be rented and attached to our standard 16-foot & 24-foot Budget Truck rentals.
Can I rent a 16-foot or 24-foot Dolly?
Car dollies can only be rented and attached to our standard 16-foot & 24-foot Budget Truck rentals. Not available on lift gate trucks. Want to see which towing option is right for your vehicle?
How much does a truck dolly cost?
between $2,000 to $4,500On average, most tow dollies cost varies between $2,000 to $4,500. This total cost factors in their car carrier capacity, materials used, and the type of brakes they have. Every tow dolly has a different price tag, but it's a matter of finding a style that works for you.
Can I use a tow dolly for long distance?
Using a tow dolly for a long distance is not a good option. It will put your car through a lot of wear and tear, especially the vehicle's rear wheels. Towing an elevated vehicle long distances may also undermine the structural integrity of your car.
How much can you tow with a tow dolly?
For occasional towing, your vehicle can tow the tow dolly, provided the curb weight of your tow vehicle is at least 750 lbs. more than the weight of the vehicle-in-tow. Example: A 2,750 lb. car may tow no more than a 2,000 lb.
What cars can be dolly towed?
There are a variety of cars that are compatible with your tow dolly....The most common cars that are towed behind a dolly include:Toyota Prius.Honda Civics.Toyota Camry.Mini Cooper.Chevy Aveo.Other midsize sedans.Compact cars.
What is the cheapest way to tow a car long distance?
The cheapest way to tow a car long distance will be with a car carrier, not a tow truck. The reason for this is based on the principle of towing more than one vehicle at a time. That way you are dividing costs between all the cars heading to a similar destination.
How fast can I drive with a tow dolly?
55 miles per hourIt's best to operate your tow dolly at speeds you feel most comfortable with, but do not exceed 55 miles per hour on regular highways.
Do tow dollies damage cars?
Tow dollies cost about half as much as car trailers but add more wear and tear to your automobile—and are harder to drive.
Are tow dollies easy to use?
Ease of use While we wouldn't say either are particularly easy to use at first, tow dollies tend to be more difficult to maneuver than car trailers. Most people renting a tow dolly or car trailer intend to tow it themselves behind their car or moving truck.
Which is better flat tow or tow dolly?
If space is your main concern, go with a flat-tow setup, hands down. Tow dollies are easier to move and store than car trailers, but neither dollies nor trailers are particularly small or light. This can make pulling into a tight campsite tricky—not to mention finding a place to store your equipment at home.
How do I choose a tow dolly?
How to Choose a Car Tow Dolly for SaleIt's important to have a lightweight car dolly that is easy to transport, maneuver, and to use on the go. If it's too heavy, you'll have difficulty attaching, removing, and unloading your car tow dolly.Our EZE TOW Car Tow Dolly is 330-380 pounds – the lightest on the market.
Should car be in neutral on tow dolly?
Whether you are using a dolly or flat towing the vehicle, leave the transmission in neutral and tow. You don't have to have any special equipment or leave the engine running.
Does a tow dolly need brakes?
Before you can use a tow dolly, you need to have brakes. They are required for legal tow dolly usage in all 50 states in the United States and in Canada. There's no way around it; brakes are a must on any type of tow dolly. If you ever want to sell your dolly in the future, having brakes will make it easy to sell.
Can I use a towing dolly on the motorway?
These are known as towing implements and are for breakdown and recovery use ONLY. Under The Road Traffic Act 1984 these devices are restricted to 20mph on A roads and 40mph on motorways, so are not suitable for distance or regular towing.
What is the 85 towing rule?
For safe towing it is recommended by many towing experts that a novice should keep the fully laden weight of the caravan no heavier than 85% of the kerbweight of the tow car. This is known as the 85% rule. Bear in mind that it is a guide and not legally enforceable.
Which is better flat tow or dolly?
If space is your main concern, go with a flat-tow setup, hands down. Tow dollies are easier to move and store than car trailers, but neither dollies nor trailers are particularly small or light. This can make pulling into a tight campsite tricky—not to mention finding a place to store your equipment at home.
Can you back up with a car dolly?
You should never attempt to back up a vehicle on a tow dolly -- while it's possible, it's not safe and can damage both vehicles. If you need to back up, the only safe option is to detach the two vehicles and back them up individually. Four-wheels-up is the final towing option.
What is a U-Haul tow dolly?
How to load your car on a U-Haul car dolly. The tow dolly, a U-Haul patented design, is considered top of the line for vehicle towing. It is a perfect low cost option to transport vehicles for either in-town or long distance moves.
What size hitch do you need for a U-Haul tow dolly?
When towing with a personal tow vehicle, the tow dolly requires either a 1-7/8” or 2” hitch ball as well as an appropriately rated hitch. During the reservation process, U-Haul will provide an exact recommendation for your particular vehicle combination.
How much weight do you need to tow a car?
Must weigh at least 750 lbs. more than the vehicle being towed. Must have Class 2 tow hitch (3,500 lbs. minimum weight-carrying rating) Must have 1-7/8" or 2" hitch ball (3,500 lbs. minimum) Must not exceed maximum allowable hitch ball height of 25". Must have external mirrors on both sides.
Can a sport utility vehicle be used for towing?
Must be equipped with a full hard top if it is a sport utility type vehicle. If the top or any portion of the top is removed, or is not a hard top, your sport utility type vehicle cannot be used for towing U-Haul equipment. A full hard top must be in place.
Towing Equipment
Select one of Budget Truck's value-priced towing options to prevent unnecessary mileage on your rental vehicle, save gas money, and enjoy the added security of traveling with two people in the cab of your truck.
Car Carrier
Transport your entire vehicle on a secure car carrier. This option is recommended for four-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive vehicles. Car carriers can only be rented and attached to our standard 16-foot & 24-foot moving truck rentals. Not available on lift gate trucks.
Car Dolly
A car dolly is the best option for front-wheel-drive vehicles by lifting the front wheels of your vehicle off the pavement. Car dollies can only be rented and attached to our standard 16-foot & 24-foot Budget Truck rentals. Not available on lift gate trucks.
Why rent a tow dolly?
Renting a tow dolly can help you avoid extra mileage while getting from point A to point B. Tow dollies are an excellent choice for towing front-wheel-drive vehicles. A tow dolly is attached to the tow-vehicle. Once secure, the front wheels of the vehicle to be towed are then loaded up off the pavement and onto the tow dolly.
How to avoid whipping on a tow truck?
Never allow any passengers in the vehicle-in-tow. Drive at slower speeds and allow more space and time for braking. Avoid any side to side motion as this can become whipping. Let off the gas if this begins and slow down.
Can you tow a rear wheel drive vehicle with a drive shaft disconnected?
Once secure, the front wheels of the vehicle to be towed are then loaded up off the pavement and onto the tow dolly. It is possible to tow rear-wheel-drive vehicles with the driveshaft disconnected. Most tow dollies have their own braking system and are easy to load and unload.