Be sure to follow these instructions
- Remove portable towing lights from vehicle-in-tow.
- Connect drive shaft if previously disconnected.
- Disconnect the security chains from the vehicle-in-tow and lay them on the ground in front of the tow dolly.
- Disconnect the tire straps and lay them to the sides of the ramps.
- Lock the steering wheel (how?) and tow it backwards (rear wheels forward)
- Disconnect the drive shaft and tow it front wheels forward.
- Put it in neutral with the parking brake off and front wheels forward.
What cars can be towed on a 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.
How to tow a car with a dolly?
How to Tow a Car with a Dolly. A popular method for towing a car with another car is to use a tow dolly, which is essentially a small trailer. Using a tow dolly keeps the towed vehicle's front tires up off the ground, which helps to reduce both tire and driveline wear on the car being towed.
What is special about the towing Dolly?
- tail lamps
- brake lamps
- turn signal lamps
- clearance lamps (if width is over 2060 mm)
- side marker lamps (at the rear of the combination)
- a brake system on the dolly (if the combined weight of the towed vehicle and the tow dolly exceed 50% of the GVWR of the towing vehicle)
When to tow with a flatbed or dolly?
Flatbed towing is also used to safely transport a brand new vehicle directly to a person’s residence, while still preserving the vehicle. Dolly towing, on the other hand, involves towing vehicles on a wheeled trailer. They are mostly used when the vehicle being towed, can’t be towed with all four wheels down.
Can a tow dolly be used for rear-wheel-drive vehicle?
Since all four wheels are off the ground, it doesn't matter if your vehicle is front- or rear-wheel drive. Tow dollies, which lift only the front wheels off the ground, can also be good choice.
How do you tow a rear-wheel-drive car?
Rear-wheel-drive cars need to have the drive wheels off the ground if you're going to tow them, and then comes the hard part. The driveshaft in your rear-wheel-drive car connects the engine to the rear wheels. To tow your rear-wheel-drive car flat, you'll need to disconnect it.
Can you tow a RWD car in neutral?
As long as you place the transmission into neutral, you should be fine. The lubricants in the transmission are not pumped through the engine, but rather through the centrifugal force of the transmission moving, so you shouldn't have a problem with lubrication, and the engine being off.
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.
Do I need to disconnect my drive shaft when towing?
Disconnecting the Driveshaft In most cases, you will need to remove the rear driveshaft from the vehicle when flat-towing a manual transmission vehicle. If the transmission uses a slip-fit yoke, however, transmission fluid will leaking out of the tailshaft housing once the driveshaft is removed.
What cars can be towed on a dolly behind an RV?
What Can Be Towed On Your Dolly?Toyota Prius.Honda Civics.Toyota Camry.Mini Cooper.Chevy Aveo.Other midsize sedans.Compact cars.
How do I protect my transmission while towing?
If your towing vehicle has an automatic transmission, you will need to install a towing package. Another option for automatic transmission towing is to install a transmission fluid temperature warning that will inform you if your transmission or coolant gets too hot.
Does towing damage an automatic transmission?
Without getting too technical, certain automatic transmissions can be damaged if towed with two wheels on the ground.
Does towing shorten the life of a vehicle?
Now that you have a good idea of what makes up your vehicle's towing capacity, don't push your luck and exceed it. Doing so will only shorten your vehicle's life span and put you and those around you on the road in danger.
What happens if you tow a car in neutral?
Conversely, automatic transmissions do not disengage when the vehicle is in “neutral” and towing could force the transmission to move in the wrong direction. Improper towing methods could cause serious damage to your vehicle that can end up being very costly to repair.
How fast can you 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.
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.
What should a towed vehicle do during towing?
During towing, the towed vehicle should keep the slack on the tow strap tight, and help the towing vehicle slow down at stops and when turning corners.
How to get a vehicle to roll back when towed?
Release the parking brake and shift the transmission into neutral. Allow the vehicle being towed to roll back and take up the slack in the tow strap when possible. If it's not possible, allow the tow vehicle to idle forward to take up the slack.
What is a tow eyelet?
Some vehicles are equipped with tow eyelets, used to secure the vehicle during transport to the dealership; these are safe places to attach the tow strap. Avoid attaching the strap to the radiator core support or engine. Avoid using chains to tow--they can break and become dangerous projectiles.
Is it easier to tow a rear wheel drive car?
Towing a rear-wheel-drive car presents a few problems. However, it is far easier than towing a front-wheel-drive car and the problems are easy to overcome. The primary concern when towing is the transmission. In automatic transmission-equipped cars, improper towing can destroy the transmission.
Is a trailer hitch a safe attachment point?
A trailer hitch is a safe attachment point, as are tow eyelets. Avoid attaching to a bumper not equipped with a tow hitch, or the exhaust system. Like the core support and engine components, these areas are too weak to pull the weight of another vehicle.
What is the beauty of a trailer?
The beauty of a trailer is it effectively takes the whole vehicles condition out of the equation. Provided you can get it onto the load bed and appropriately secure it, you're home free. If the tyres won't hold air, if they're cracked or if the tread is illegal; doesn't matter.
Can I rent a flat bed trailer?
In my area, it's not possible to rent a flat-bed trailer unless I want to spend over $300. A tow dolly however is less than $50.
What is a Tow Dolly best for?
It’s capable of being the extra insurance you need for your vehicle and will protect your car from a number of external factors that could cause damage while on the road.
What is a car tow dolly?
A Car Tow Dolly is a great in-between solution for these – it’s ideal for transporting your car safely and securely, and making sure you never have to worry about the additional concerns that come with traveling with your vehicle for long periods of time. A Car Tow Dolly allows you to tow any car you want while on the road or at home.
Why choose a Car Tow Dolly?
For many travelers, it’s hard to know if you should flat tow, dolly tow, or purchase a trailer if you have to transport your car for long-distance. A car tow dolly is one of the safest and affordable options for your vehicle and will be great for your car long term – here’s why.
What is a dolly for a car?
Depending on the type of car you have, there are certain elements that you have to consider prior to purchasing a dolly. A Car Tow Dolly is designed for front-wheel-drive cars that weigh 5000 pounds “curb weight” or less. While front-wheel and rear-wheel drive are pretty standard in many car models, when it comes to your vehicle it’s best ...
How to contact Acmetowdolly?
To get in touch, call (336) 585-8629 or email us at acmetowdolly@gmail.com.
Do tow bars have a resale value?
If you decide to change cars at any point you will have to pay a few thousand dollars for another tow bar, only to discover that tow bars have little or no resale value. A trailer is a more expensive investment, that’s ideal for larger cars and multiple vehicles going inside.
Can you flat tow a car?
Flat towing your car can add additional miles to your car and places unnecessary risks to the car as it’s behind your RV or another vehicle. It usually also requires cutting holes into the front facia of your car. A tow bar system is very expensive and can only be used for that particular vehicle. If you decide to change cars at any point you will ...