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budbon
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Mar 29, 2014

Toad Advice

We traded our fifth wheel in for a Winnebago Vista 27'. I bought an 87 (nice) Suzuki Samurai for a tow vehicle. I would like to sell my Dodge diesel, and the Samurai and get a 2008 - 2012 pickup as a tow vehicle. I need at least a 1/2 ton 4X4. Here in Colorado, 4X4 is a necessity. I also need something under 5000 pounds (Vista tow weight limit). Are there any suggestions for such a pickup that can be towed 4 on the ground?
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    docj
    Explorer
    Mar 29, 2014
    Most 4x4 pickups with a transfer case that can be put into neutral are towable four-down. For example on my Silverado you could put the transfer case into neutral by following the instructions in the owners manual. After the transfer case is in neutral the vehicle can be towed with the gearshift in Park. Seems weird at first, but the transmission isn't turning since the transfer case is free-wheeling.

    You can check Remco towing for detailed information about vehicles you are interested in.

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