4 down towing vs trailer

About the only pro for a trailer is you can back it up. Before buying an enclosed trailer load a car in one and try getting out of it and then tie it down.

Life is a highway wrote:
Any pros and cons from experienced RVers about towing 4 down or in a trailer, we would appreciate some tips, Thanks

While you find may people with different opinions on this subject one thing for sure in Pennsylvania is the cost.
-You need and additional license plate fee yearly
-Yearly state inspection
-Spare tire
-2 more tires you need to replace every 5-7 years
-bearing lubes depending on your towing

More space in your yard to keep it when not in use.

As you can see I flat tow and have for 17 years. I personally wouldn't go any other way but that me.

rjf7g wrote:
Interesting, Bill. I have not towed a car using any method but feel like towing 4 down really limits your choice of vehicles and requires that you make modifications to the car. What are some of the hoops you have to jump through to pull a car on a trailer? I am looking to have to make this decision in the next few years and would love to read pros and cons.

Yes limits choices but no modifications if you get the ones in the Dinghy towing guide

Problem with trailer is where do you put it while camping - towing 2 down is a pain to hook it up and strap it to the dolly and to a lesser degree you have to put it somewhere while camping

Interesting, Bill. I have not towed a car using any method but feel like towing 4 down really limits your choice of vehicles and requires that you make modifications to the car. What are some of the hoops you have to jump through to pull a car on a trailer? I am looking to have to make this decision in the next few years and would love to read pros and cons.

IMHO 4 Down is by far the best way to go. Easy to hook up, no trailer to deal with when you get there.

Everything beats using a trailer! Even a tow dolly is a better option and IMHO a dolly stinks. If you only travel a few days/weeks per year I suppose the incredible inconvenience can be mitigated but if you plan to travel on a regular basis then you need to be towing 4-wheels down. I may be a bit prejudiced having towed 4-down for the last 17 years (full-time). I cannot imagine why anyone would jump through all the hoops necessary to load a car on a trailer when a much better option is available.