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Recommendations for a Base Plate installation
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Hello all,We are looking for recommendations for a base plate installation on our 2024 Chevrolet Trailblazer. We're in northern Colorado but will travel to surrounding states if necessary to have someone install it who has experience and does quality, clean work. We had Hitch Corner in Ken Cary...
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HappyMark
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Driveshaft Disconnect for 2wd
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we have a 2019 Chevy Colorado 2wd and want to flat tow behind our 2020 Newmar KSDP 40’. I’m told I can have the driveshaft disconnect installed to flat tow. Have a company in Houston that will install everything and wanting to chat with others that have done this.
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patlaap
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Trailer hitch capacity for toads...
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OK guys and gals here's my dilemma. I will be towing a 2004 Ford F150 HD with a GVWR of 8,200 lbs. I will have it loaded fairly close to that with a 1,000 lb motorcycle and other stuff. The coach I'm looking at has a hitch with a capacity of 7,500 lbs for a non-weight distributed hitch and 12,000 with a weig...
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arcaguy
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We now have a 2020 AWD Ford Escape Hybrid
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Our 2012 AWD Chevrolet Equinox needed to be towed 3 times in 3 weeks, so now we have a new toad. The Equinox problem was the negative battery cable, which caused the starter to fail. Anyway it had 122,000 miles on it, the blue book values were low, and we lost trust in it. The Escape is fancy, fancy with l...
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bjoyce
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How do toads track
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Morning everyone. I’ve been wondering about how toads track behind a motor home when turning. Specifically, do they track inside of the back wheels so you have to allow more room or not?
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arcaguy
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Towing a 2004 F50 4x4
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I've given up on towing my 2008 two wheel drive F150, because of the rust issue from living in a salt environment for the last 12 years and the mileage in excess of 200,000. To replace it I've purchased a 2004 F150 4x4 with a manual transfer case so I can flat tow it. This is a southern truck with no rust so a...
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arcaguy
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dont want to give up my miata
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Hello All!! My husband and I are looking into the idea of full time RVing. We agree on everything except what car to tow behind the MH. I want to keep my Miata but it is an automatic and my husband says it can't be towed. His other arguments are............ it is not practical, towing it on a trailer will bot...
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MaryW
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maintenance tips for towbar
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I use a Blue Ox tow bar for hauling our toad. I'm curious if there's any maintenance that I need to do. I bought this towbar at 4wheelonline| towing parts two years ago.
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dovenson
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Smart Car as Toad?
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Has anyone considered a Smart car as a toad? It would certainly be light-weight. But I know that not every car can be outfitted with a tow-bar. I've just started considering something like this and I like the prices of them. It would be sufficient for any run-about occasions I'd have.
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PrairieRV
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Towing a 2008 Ford F150 with a 5 speed manual..
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A couple of months ago I went to the Remco web site and it said I could tow the above-mentioned vehicle. Well today I decided to confirm that with the Ford owner's manual and it said I couldn't. Does anyone know why by any chance. I can understand why I can't tow an automatic due to lubrication issues w...
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arcaguy
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What Toad braking sytem?
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Even though the State of Michigan seems to think I can tow a 15,000# trailer without any brakes I don't think it's a good idea and I'm not too sure about other states accepting my "geez I didn't know" excuse. With that in mind, I've been looking at braking systems. Since I don't plan on changing toads ve...
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arcaguy
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Full-size four door sedan
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I'd really like to replace our Jeep Liberty with a full-size four door sedan. The problem is that most everything I've looked at seems to be designed to be as close to the ground as possible. I'm tired of cars that bang my head as I'm falling into them and require a crane to pull me back out again. One person...
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kb0zke
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GMC Sonoma for toad
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I have a very low mileage (65,000) 2005 GMC Sonoma with topper. Should I keep it for my new toad or is it not a good candidate? Also, why don't more RVrs put the toad on a trailer vs dolly or 4 wheels down. Wouldn't the trailer cost be less over time than wear and tear on toad?
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eskiehouse
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2014/2105/2106 Jeep Cherokee
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Last January we purchased a 2105 Jeep Cherokee Trail Hawk to tow behind our motorhome. We have over 30,000 miles, 7,000 to 10,000 of it being flat towed. No problems until this November. We were towing on a paved but somewhat bumpy road. All of sudden we felt violent rocking in the rig and in the rear...
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mjlitz
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Tow Dollys VS flat tow
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We're about to buy our first motor home and I was wondering if there are any opinions between flat towing or puling a tow dolly. We have a Toyota Camry, front wheel drive, automatic and I don't believe that it's suitable for flat towing. Have any of you ever used a dolly? Pros and cons would be apprecia...
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Vstarrider1946
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Tow dolly recomendations
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Our current circumstances are that we will need to tow our car on a dolly (dollie ? ) behind our MH. Looking for advice as to which one to get, what about brakes, and tips on usage Thanks, Bill
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Cookie Dough
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Repair Plans on tow bar and braking system
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We got a quote from Camping World for a complete setup to tow our 2011 Equinox behind our 2017 Winnebago Forza DP. They included a 2 year Repair Plan on the All Terrain Falcon tow bar, and one on the Air Force 1 Brake System. They are $139.49 and $220.49 respectively. I'm usually hesitant to buy these p...
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oldyank
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Air Bag issue on Honda CR-V
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We just traded our truck and fifth wheel for a new diesel pusher (Winnebago Forza 34T), and are looking into a "toad". We were leaning toward a used Honda CR-V but remembered the air bag issue. I was curious about the thoughts of the many members here. Any responses will be greatly appreciated. Gary...
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oldyank
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Ford Explorer?
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We are now looking at a new Ford Explorer as a toad. Anybody have experience with one of these? Pros/cons?
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Tropikat
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Best large flat towable
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We have a 40 ft. Bluebird and we are looking for the best toad for our situation. We have two large dogs so we need something that will accommodate them. We want something that can be flat towed. I currently have a 2015 Jeep Unlimited Rubicon that I just don't like. Anybody out there have a suggestion?
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Tropikat
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Ford Fiesta as a Toad?
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Does anyone use a Ford Fiesta as a toad? We need to buy a new car and we want to make sure it will make a feasible toad when we go full-time next year. Thanks!!
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Julie and Ray
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Road Rash on Toad
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I don't own a MH yet but just bought what may be my four-down flat tow toad when I retire in 3 or 4 years. Just curious about the potential damage caused to a toads paint/finish due to all the road debri, etc. I've seen shields that can be installed, etc., but from what I see most don't use them. I'd apprec...
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KLJ
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Anyone have experience with a Trike lift on a motorhome?
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Hi all, We continue with our researching and planning. We saw Hydra-lift has a Trike lift for 3 wheel motorcycles now. We're wondering if anyone has any experience with these or other systems for traveling with their Trike.
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Ckerr
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Anybody towing a mini cooper?
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We want to use our mini cooper (manual trans) as our toad. Any words of wisdom?
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nervousnewbie
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Diesel Jetta toad
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I have not been able to find info on towing a 2006 Automatic Diesel Jetta, I'm assuming I will need a dolly but would prefer to tow wheels down if possible. Thanks for any responses.
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gcook
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Tow 4 Wheels Down List
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Is there a list on the net anywhere of what can be towed 4 wheels down? Connie and are starting the research for our new daily driver and eventually we will become part time full timers like Bill and Linda with a home base and traveling several months at a time. At that point we will likely switch from our NH...
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Neil and Connie
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trike or moped instead of a toad?
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I am full-timing for about a year now, with a 1998 Class C, currently no toad, but am thinking about a 3-wheel motorcycle or a moped. I'm 68, and haven't ridden a cycle in years, just want something to go to the grocery store, etc in, but want a little storage available. I plan to boondock some, so want so...
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PJ Vagabond
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Honda Accord - Flat Tow
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Hi everyone . . . This question has probably been asked 1,000 times, but I need some help. I own a 2006 Honda Accord (in perfect condition) that I would like to flat tow. Honda says, no go, but I've read and heard of folks who tow it without any problems. Remco even indicates it can be towed without any modif...
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WahooTatoo
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Lifted Jeep Cherokee
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I am considering the purchase of a replacement 1995 Jeep Cherokee for my present "95" Jeep. The new to me Jeep that I am considering has a 2" lift. Could it be a possible problem for towing? Is anyone out there towing a "lifted" 4-wheeler toad ? Your comments would be appreci...
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rocknb
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Everyday Toad?
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I'm curious..... the toads you have for your MH..... are they also your primary vehicles for 'everyday' use? I'm referring to those that do not FT of course and still own a home. I'm not too excited about having a home/primary vehicle/MH AND another vehicle specifically for toad purposes. ($$$) but c...
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