OldSalt92 wrote:
I drive a 2008 4-Runner, and love it, but it can't be dingy towed.  I don't want to tow it on a trailer. I'm not planning on going "overlanding", but want a 4X4 with some ground clearance to take dirt roads in the west, drive into Nat'l forest and maybe some remote lands for overnight camp. I know Jeeps can be flat towed, but wonder about the quality since Fiat took over.  Same with GM since the Gov't takeover in 2008.  I thought older Toyotas (1990's) could be flat towed with a manual transfer case?  I see a 2000 Rav 4 with manual Trans & transfer case can be, but can't get dingy towing guide online earlier than 2000.  An older 4 Runner or Land Cruiser with Manual trans and transfer case, would be my Ideal Toad.  RAV 4, CRV, or Subaru Outback (again quality?) would be OK.  Maybe a Hummer H3???  Any thoughts would be helpful, I'm looking to buy a Class A or Super C in 6 to 12 months and head west and possibly an Alaska trip.  Will require 10,000 lb. hitch and tow capacity.
Old salt - being that I graduated from RHS in 63 I would not steer you wrong I have pulled a Cherokee since 11/03 with no problems Its a great little car 
Roger Ream