Dolly recommendations please...
Okay I think introductions are in order--we just pulled the trigger on a American Coach Revolution 42T. We will take delivery in about a month or so (getting modifications made). Turns out I made ...
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I think that one is quite possibly the best bang for the buck, if buying new.
However, I have an old Demco Kar Kaddy that serves us well for the PT Cruiser.
Brakes and lights on the dolly? Yes, and Yes. Brakes may or may not be required, depending on what state you are in, but lights are required in every state I know of. Some states may require lights or reflectors on the back end of the towed vehicle, as well.
As for backing a dolly with a vehicle loaded, nearly every dolly manufacturer says "DON'T TRY IT!" The same goes for nearly every tow bar manufacturer: "DON'T TRY TO BACK UP!"
If you want to be able to back up anywhere, anytime, with no possibility of damaging something, a car hauler trailer is the best option.
A hitch on the towed vehicle for moving the dolly is a good idea, however, for moving the dolly short distances, a "trailer dolly" from Harbor Freight works great. I have one that is modified so I can put it in the basement compartment of the coach. It takes me just a couple minutes to install the handle, and I can move the dolly easily. Again, for SHORT distances! I would NOT want to drag the thing the length of a campground!
I think that one is quite possibly the best bang for the buck, if buying new.
However, I have an old Demco Kar Kaddy that serves us well for the PT Cruiser.
Brakes and lights on the dolly? Yes, and Yes. Brakes may or may not be required, depending on what state you are in, but lights are required in every state I know of. Some states may require lights or reflectors on the back end of the towed vehicle, as well.
As for backing a dolly with a vehicle loaded, nearly every dolly manufacturer says "DON'T TRY IT!" The same goes for nearly every tow bar manufacturer: "DON'T TRY TO BACK UP!"
If you want to be able to back up anywhere, anytime, with no possibility of damaging something, a car hauler trailer is the best option.
A hitch on the towed vehicle for moving the dolly is a good idea, however, for moving the dolly short distances, a "trailer dolly" from Harbor Freight works great. I have one that is modified so I can put it in the basement compartment of the coach. It takes me just a couple minutes to install the handle, and I can move the dolly easily. Again, for SHORT distances! I would NOT want to drag the thing the length of a campground!
