Recommended Tow Set-Ups (Brands) for the Toad
We’re finally getting a “Toad”, and would like opinions and suggestions. The “Toad” weight will be under 2500 pounds. We will be doing a lot of mountain towing! Thanks in advance for any and all help...
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Chevy Sonic except the RS model can be flat towed with the automatic.
@ 2700-2800#
I have the 5-dr hatchback which offers a lot of storage or seating for 4 if needed .
If you use the ignition in the "ON" position to release the steering wheel it will NOT record towed mileage. If you click one more click the "RUN" position then it will record mileage. You have that option.
Tow bar : Blue Ox Alpha 6k with baseplate.
Brakes: Brake Buddy II, sits on the floor , attaches to the pedal.
Works well and the $1200 cost can be transferred to any vehicle down the road.
Lights: hardwired a 7 way plug under the hood to accept a separate charge from rv to car. Also ran separate wires thru it to the rear taillight housing where new holes where drilled to accept 1157 bulbs for brake/tail/running lights. That way I avoided cutting into the cars electrical system.
When I run at night I turn on the cars running lights to offer more amber illumination.
my DW says it tows real smooth allowing her to do her needlepoint in peace n quiet. :E:B
@ 2700-2800#
I have the 5-dr hatchback which offers a lot of storage or seating for 4 if needed .
If you use the ignition in the "ON" position to release the steering wheel it will NOT record towed mileage. If you click one more click the "RUN" position then it will record mileage. You have that option.
Tow bar : Blue Ox Alpha 6k with baseplate.
Brakes: Brake Buddy II, sits on the floor , attaches to the pedal.
Works well and the $1200 cost can be transferred to any vehicle down the road.
Lights: hardwired a 7 way plug under the hood to accept a separate charge from rv to car. Also ran separate wires thru it to the rear taillight housing where new holes where drilled to accept 1157 bulbs for brake/tail/running lights. That way I avoided cutting into the cars electrical system.
When I run at night I turn on the cars running lights to offer more amber illumination.
my DW says it tows real smooth allowing her to do her needlepoint in peace n quiet. :E:B
