Toads - RV-Dreams Community Forum

MickeyD · MickeyD

We are setting up an 04 Jeep Liberty to tow behind our 37' Fleetwood Diesel pusher w/air brakes. I see supplemental trailer brake systems and I am wondering if they are worth the extra cost?

Penny and Paul · Penny and Paul

We're having all the stuff installed to tow our CR-V behind our 37' MH. I've spent time boning up on the tech stuff, max speed, hours between toad starts, key in ignition, supplimental braking, etc, but what I don't know is how the toad affects turning. Does it track behind the MH, or does it cut the turn m...

janni · janni

Hi, We left home with our B+ pulling trailer with bike in trailer. I drove the tag-a-long(Colorado) Found a DP yesterday and have to decide how to travel. The mh has a 10,000# hitch so shouldn't be a problem but we need to either put the bike in the pickup box (6') somehow or get a bike lift and tow the Col...

kmsavage1 · kmsavage1

Which is the more preferred method? Separate lights in the Tail light housing, or Diodes using the Stock Tail/Stop/Turn lights?

Ckerr · Ckerr

I've searched and cannot find an answer to a question that has come up for us. We're looking at switching to a MH with a toad from our current 5th wheel. As I've been researching I keep finding references to not being able to back up the MH while towing your vehicle. I'm confused... Why wouldn't one be...

Sherry · Sherry

I've got a both a Honda Accord all set up with kayak racks and bike racks that I thought I would tow behind my 2004 Brave. But NO 4 wheel down. What's your experience with/opinion of having a dolly? Hate to buy another car and then have it outfitted to tow. Whew what an expense but IF in the long run the cons...

BlueStarVoyager · BlueStarVoyager

Driving my 31 foot Class C with our Chevy Aveo on a tow dolly from Little Bennett County park near Fredericksburg, MD to my uncles 90th BD party in Leesburg, VA, I was blindly following the GPS when it routed me to White's Ferry over the Potomac. I thought, ok, no problem, then when I got around the bend to...

Nancy and Bill · Nancy and Bill

We are avid cyclists & are looking down the road for a toad that has an internal bike rack for our bicycles and saw that the Nissan XTerra has that option. We want the toad to be 4 down as they say and it looks like an Xterra with a manual transmission would work. Would appreciate any comments or sugge...

Dogstar · Dogstar

The more research I do, the more I'm leaning towards a smallish class C and keeping my existing, much beloved Pontiac Vibe. I just can't face trading it in for a pickup. :P I love it and it's my baby and it's paid off and still newish... Is this a realistic thing to think about, or should I be looking at Class...

kevnsuz · kevnsuz

Getting ready to let go of my GMC Canyon and HD Road King toads and get a Rubicon. Just wanted some advice on the base plate for the Jeep. I'll be looking at 2005-2006 TJ models and towing with the same Blue OX towbar "adventa II?" as I did with the GMC. Blue OX recommends using a BX1120 baseplate...

Old Snipe · Old Snipe

Just being careful, is there any way to tell if a tow bar and/or toad brackets have reached the point where they are worn out and should be replaced? I have a Roadmaster Tow set up and have been careful to keep everything a s clean and lubed as possible, but recently when I took off my toad brackets after an e...

The Crumps · The Crumps

We recently purchased a Scion XB with manual transmission for a toad. It's lightweight and has lots of interior room. Has anyone had experience with this vehicle as a toad?

SplusH · SplusH

Hey everyone! This is my second post. I browsed this area, but couldn't find what I was looking for. My husband & I just made the decision to go fulltime in six years after our youngest graduates from high school. We are excited and anxious, but feel grateful to have so much time to save & plan. Ri...

Howard · Howard

I was waiting for someone to start this topic, but I couldn't wait any longer.

What are the best toads and why?

wb2raj · wb2raj

We tow a 2000 Ford Explorer 4 wheels down behind our 38 foot gas motor home. We had the Neutral Tow Package installed on the Explorer, works fine. The problem is I want to install a suplimental breaking system in the Explorer. Most sytems push on the break pedal on the toad to perform the breaking funct...

karebear · karebear

OK this is the question. We have a nice older Toyota Camry and get 35 mpg, can't tow as too heavy for our B+ mh. We plan on an 8 month trip starting in Sept this year. This RV'er is CHEAP and practical. If I buy a new Toyota Corolla for $15,000 that I can tow and it needs to be a 5-speed, I won't really like to d...

hogans1947 · hogans1947

Our '97 Honda Accord with 210,000 miles driven and another 50,000 as a toad will die someday (maybe not) so researching what we will get. I like the CR-V and my husband the Element. The storage area in the Element is certainly a plus so we're kinda leaning that way. We know we have to get one 2005 or olde...

Old Snipe · Old Snipe

I am leaving Tuesday, 3 June for a cross country trip from VA to OR with my son and his family, taking them to his new duty station. I have rented a one-way dolly from U-Haul to tow his front wheel drive car with us. I have never towed a car with a dolly before, all my experience has been towing four down. I'd...

lathan · lathan

Hi everybody, new guy here with a question: Does anyone know if a mercedes 190 with manual transmission (diesel or gas) can be towed all 4 wheels down? Thanks in advance.

brucedelta · brucedelta

As I think we are closing in on a RV the next area of study is Toads. Our current vehicles are as follows: 1) Lexus 2007 IS 250 AWD - Remco says not towable 2) Lexus 2000 RX 300 AWD - Remco says use Lube pump LP7 The question is if it is worthwhile to equip the rx300 for towing. As I understand it the Lube pump an...

Dan D · Dan D

Can a 1993 Ford Ranger 4WD (manual transmission) be towed 4 wheels down? It has two buttons on the dash - 4X4 & 4 Low. If it can be, then what must be done to do so? Thanks to anybody who reponds to this question.

shejake · shejake

We have started looking for a toad and towbar setup. We have pretty much decided on a Jeep Grand Cherokee and we know nothing about towing one. (Other than it can be towed 4 down) We could sure use some pros & cons about the different brands of towbars and braking systems. Thanks,&...

V4Vagabond · V4Vagabond

I'm wondering if anyone has an opinion on whether I can tow my '97 Suzuki Sidekick 4WD with auto transmission? I see Suzukis mentioned as toads in another thread, within the limitation of 55 mph. Does mine fit in that category, given it's an automatic? It is a great little vehicle and I would hate to pa...

Weaverworks · Weaverworks

I have a 2005 Sabaru Forester. Can I tow it on all 4 wheels? I understand there is a place to look this up. Is it online or a book? Thanks for any help! Paul

Luvglass · Luvglass

Hi, I'm still trying to find a way to soften the non towing ride of our F350 diesel dually. I'm looking at the Mor-Ryde RL system for the drive axle and am wondering if anyone in the group has it, or knows anyone who has experience with it. Here's the link. http://tinyurl.com/2qf83m Any comments, or al...

Chad · Chad

Just bought a 30' Class C a month ago and have a few trailer questions. We'd like to tow our car behind us. Unfortunately, We own a Pontiac Vibe and are not able to tow 4 down. I've looked at dollys, and while it may be the cheapest thing to get, I'm interesting in your thought on getting a car hauler/ tra...

Amy · Amy

Does anyone have any experience with using a Vespa or any type of Motorscooter, simliar to what is common in Europe for 2 riders, in place of a toad? I realize that such transport would not be appropriate in bad weather, but I expect it might suffice for short trips for sightseeing in good weather. We...

Chad · Chad

I pulled the trigger last weekend on a 06 Jeep Liberty Limited, one of the last new ones on the lot. I'll be pulling it with my Class C. I already have an upgraded 5000lb tow hitch and it's wired, so that is taken care of. The Jeep weighs in at 4100lbs. I'm now looking for a tow bar, brake syst...

Tylersamma · Tylersamma

My husband and I are weighing the pros and cons of towing 4 down vs trailering the toad. My concern is RV park space - is there always sufficient space for the 40' MH with slides, the toad, and a trailer? Also, how difficult is it to load the toad in and out of the trailer, compared to hitching a...

Old Snipe · Old Snipe

With all the stress a tow bar is under, how often do you inspect it? I look over the pins, cables, bolts and arms just about every time I stop. I also jump up and down on the unit when it is hooked up to my car to check the car base plate. I replaced the main pin in the receiver this w...

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	Trailer or Dinghy supplemental brakes (Preview) We are setting up an 04 Jeep Liberty to tow behind our 37' Fleetwood Diesel pusher w/air brakes. I see supplemental trailer brake systems and I am wondering if they are worth the extra cost?	MickeyD	7	2521	02:17 PM Jun 23, 2011 by Delaine and Lindy
	First time toad' ing (Preview) We're having all the stuff installed to tow our CR-V behind our 37' MH. I've spent time boning up on the tech stuff, max speed, hours between toad starts, key in ignition, supplimental braking, etc, but what I don't know is how the toad affects turning. Does it track behind the MH, or does it cut the turn m...	Penny and Paul	8	4411	08:46 AM Apr 2, 2011 by bjoyce
	DP, 08 Colorado, and motorcycle (Preview) Hi, We left home with our B+ pulling trailer with bike in trailer. I drove the tag-a-long(Colorado) Found a DP yesterday and have to decide how to travel. The mh has a 10,000# hitch so shouldn't be a problem but we need to either put the bike in the pickup box (6') somehow or get a bike lift and tow the Col...	janni	3	3891	08:35 PM Oct 2, 2010 by Ckerr
	Wiring Lights for a 2008 Chevy Colorado?? (Preview) Which is the more preferred method? Separate lights in the Tail light housing, or Diodes using the Stock Tail/Stop/Turn lights?	kmsavage1	1	1360	12:01 PM Sep 26, 2010 by Luvglass
	Backing up with Toad Toads (Preview) I've searched and cannot find an answer to a question that has come up for us. We're looking at switching to a MH with a toad from our current 5th wheel. As I've been researching I keep finding references to not being able to back up the MH while towing your vehicle. I'm confused... Why wouldn't one be...	Ckerr	7	6723	11:43 AM Sep 10, 2010 by bjoyce
	4 down or dolly? (Preview) I've got a both a Honda Accord all set up with kayak racks and bike racks that I thought I would tow behind my 2004 Brave. But NO 4 wheel down. What's your experience with/opinion of having a dolly? Hate to buy another car and then have it outfitted to tow. Whew what an expense but IF in the long run the cons...	Sherry	2	2745	05:06 AM Jul 7, 2010 by jb
	Tow Dolly Nightmare (Preview) Driving my 31 foot Class C with our Chevy Aveo on a tow dolly from Little Bennett County park near Fredericksburg, MD to my uncles 90th BD party in Leesburg, VA, I was blindly following the GPS when it routed me to White's Ferry over the Potomac. I thought, ok, no problem, then when I got around the bend to...	BlueStarVoyager	0	2551	07:26 PM Jun 3, 2010 by BlueStarVoyager
	Nissan XTerra for a Toad (Preview) We are avid cyclists & are looking down the road for a toad that has an internal bike rack for our bicycles and saw that the Nissan XTerra has that option. We want the toad to be 4 down as they say and it looks like an Xterra with a manual transmission would work. Would appreciate any comments or sugge...	Nancy and Bill	2	3604	03:49 PM Mar 10, 2010 by Nancy and Bill
	Is there sort of a 'toad FAQ' anywhere? (Preview) The more research I do, the more I'm leaning towards a smallish class C and keeping my existing, much beloved Pontiac Vibe. I just can't face trading it in for a pickup. :P I love it and it's my baby and it's paid off and still newish... Is this a realistic thing to think about, or should I be looking at Class...	Dogstar	3	3430	06:29 PM Sep 25, 2009 by Dogstar
	Jeep baseplates?? (Preview) Getting ready to let go of my GMC Canyon and HD Road King toads and get a Rubicon. Just wanted some advice on the base plate for the Jeep. I'll be looking at 2005-2006 TJ models and towing with the same Blue OX towbar "adventa II?" as I did with the GMC. Blue OX recommends using a BX1120 baseplate...	kevnsuz	2	3746	05:57 AM Jul 23, 2009 by ahoweth
	Service Life of a tow bar and toad brackets? (Preview) Just being careful, is there any way to tell if a tow bar and/or toad brackets have reached the point where they are worn out and should be replaced? I have a Roadmaster Tow set up and have been careful to keep everything a s clean and lubed as possible, but recently when I took off my toad brackets after an e...	Old Snipe	4	2998	05:08 AM Jul 14, 2009 by Serengeti2001
	Scion XB as a tow vehicle (Preview) We recently purchased a Scion XB with manual transmission for a toad. It's lightweight and has lots of interior room. Has anyone had experience with this vehicle as a toad?	The Crumps	0	2090	03:40 PM Jun 21, 2009 by The Crumps
	QUESTION: This is what we want to do...is it possible? (Preview) Hey everyone! This is my second post. I browsed this area, but couldn't find what I was looking for. My husband & I just made the decision to go fulltime in six years after our youngest graduates from high school. We are excited and anxious, but feel grateful to have so much time to save & plan. Ri...	SplusH	17	11168	10:39 PM May 15, 2009 by SplusH
	Preferred Toads? (Preview) I was waiting for someone to start this topic, but I couldn't wait any longer. What are the best toads and why?	Howard	29	43160	12:23 PM Mar 25, 2009 by LDM
	AM I THE ONLY ONE........ (Preview) We tow a 2000 Ford Explorer 4 wheels down behind our 38 foot gas motor home. We had the Neutral Tow Package installed on the Explorer, works fine. The problem is I want to install a suplimental breaking system in the Explorer. Most sytems push on the break pedal on the toad to perform the breaking funct...	wb2raj	4	3037	07:52 AM Mar 4, 2009 by ahoweth
	Toad or drive seperately...HELP!! (Preview) OK this is the question. We have a nice older Toyota Camry and get 35 mpg, can't tow as too heavy for our B+ mh. We plan on an 8 month trip starting in Sept this year. This RV'er is CHEAP and practical. If I buy a new Toyota Corolla for $15,000 that I can tow and it needs to be a 5-speed, I won't really like to d...	karebear	8	4892	03:05 PM Sep 23, 2008 by thebearII
	Honda Element vs. CR-V (Preview) Our '97 Honda Accord with 210,000 miles driven and another 50,000 as a toad will die someday (maybe not) so researching what we will get. I like the CR-V and my husband the Element. The storage area in the Element is certainly a plus so we're kinda leaning that way. We know we have to get one 2005 or olde...	hogans1947	5	4909	05:53 PM Jul 13, 2008 by Roz
	Advice on using a tow dolly??? (Preview) I am leaving Tuesday, 3 June for a cross country trip from VA to OR with my son and his family, taking them to his new duty station. I have rented a one-way dolly from U-Haul to tow his front wheel drive car with us. I have never towed a car with a dolly before, all my experience has been towing four down. I'd...	Old Snipe	1	2261	02:09 PM May 30, 2008 by Roz
	mercedes 190 toad (Preview) Hi everybody, new guy here with a question: Does anyone know if a mercedes 190 with manual transmission (diesel or gas) can be towed all 4 wheels down? Thanks in advance.	lathan	2	1807	01:16 PM Apr 11, 2008 by lathan
	Cost to equip a toad? (Preview) As I think we are closing in on a RV the next area of study is Toads. Our current vehicles are as follows: 1) Lexus 2007 IS 250 AWD - Remco says not towable 2) Lexus 2000 RX 300 AWD - Remco says use Lube pump LP7 The question is if it is worthwhile to equip the rx300 for towing. As I understand it the Lube pump an...	brucedelta	2	2015	08:19 AM Jan 23, 2008 by ahoweth
	Just a quick question or two (Preview) Can a 1993 Ford Ranger 4WD (manual transmission) be towed 4 wheels down? It has two buttons on the dash - 4X4 & 4 Low. If it can be, then what must be done to do so? Thanks to anybody who reponds to this question.	Dan D	6	2325	11:45 PM Oct 1, 2007 by Dan D
	What kind of tow bar setup? (Preview) We have started looking for a toad and towbar setup. We have pretty much decided on a Jeep Grand Cherokee and we know nothing about towing one. (Other than it can be towed 4 down) We could sure use some pros & cons about the different brands of towbars and braking systems. Thanks,&...	shejake	13	6328	01:29 PM Aug 3, 2007 by jdensie
	Towing a Suzuki? (Preview) I'm wondering if anyone has an opinion on whether I can tow my '97 Suzuki Sidekick 4WD with auto transmission? I see Suzukis mentioned as toads in another thread, within the limitation of 55 mph. Does mine fit in that category, given it's an automatic? It is a great little vehicle and I would hate to pa...	V4Vagabond	2	1757	06:42 PM Jul 5, 2007 by V4Vagabond
	Subaru toad (Preview) I have a 2005 Sabaru Forester. Can I tow it on all 4 wheels? I understand there is a place to look this up. Is it online or a book? Thanks for any help! Paul	Weaverworks	5	4548	05:51 AM Jun 14, 2007 by Weaverworks
	Mor-Ryde RL system for pickup truck (Preview) Hi, I'm still trying to find a way to soften the non towing ride of our F350 diesel dually. I'm looking at the Mor-Ryde RL system for the drive axle and am wondering if anyone in the group has it, or knows anyone who has experience with it. Here's the link. http://tinyurl.com/2qf83m Any comments, or al...	Luvglass	3	4111	08:08 AM Apr 22, 2007 by Delaine and Lindy
	Car haulers (closed) (Preview) Just bought a 30' Class C a month ago and have a few trailer questions. We'd like to tow our car behind us. Unfortunately, We own a Pontiac Vibe and are not able to tow 4 down. I've looked at dollys, and while it may be the cheapest thing to get, I'm interesting in your thought on getting a car hauler/ tra...	Chad	7	3299	01:50 PM Mar 31, 2007 by Howard
	Vespas (Preview) Does anyone have any experience with using a Vespa or any type of Motorscooter, simliar to what is common in Europe for 2 riders, in place of a toad? I realize that such transport would not be appropriate in bad weather, but I expect it might suffice for short trips for sightseeing in good weather. We...	Amy	4	4140	10:48 AM Mar 22, 2007 by traveljunkie
	Bought the new toad! (Preview) I pulled the trigger last weekend on a 06 Jeep Liberty Limited, one of the last new ones on the lot. I'll be pulling it with my Class C. I already have an upgraded 5000lb tow hitch and it's wired, so that is taken care of. The Jeep weighs in at 4100lbs. I'm now looking for a tow bar, brake syst...	Chad	0	1558	08:19 AM Feb 23, 2007 by Chad
	4 Down vs Trailer (Preview) My husband and I are weighing the pros and cons of towing 4 down vs trailering the toad. My concern is RV park space - is there always sufficient space for the 40' MH with slides, the toad, and a trailer? Also, how difficult is it to load the toad in and out of the trailer, compared to hitching a...	Tylersamma	3	2300	09:44 AM Nov 16, 2006 by bjoyce
	How often do you inspect your tow bar? (Preview) With all the stress a tow bar is under, how often do you inspect it? I look over the pins, cables, bolts and arms just about every time I stop. I also jump up and down on the unit when it is hooked up to my car to check the car base plate. I replaced the main pin in the receiver this w...	Old Snipe	0	1189	07:29 PM Sep 20, 2006 by Old Snipe
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