JimMartin wrote:
I really think I'm going to get a tow dolly with electric brakes ($1,300) in lue of a tow bar, baseplate, lights, and braking system. I will only tow my toad two or thtee times a year. And that will only be about 1200 miles round trip to Florida and back from Atlanta.
Plus this will open up more options as far as Toads. Should be able to get any small front wheel drive SUV that weighs under 3800lbs. Right?
I traded my Ford p/u for a smart car. Yes, I'd rather have the p/u but it was RWD only and would need a $2,000 drive shaft mod. My requirements in a toad were:
light weight
grocery getter
errands/dr appts
keeps the rain off of my head
ease of towing
With no kids/grandkids, an 1,800 lb 2-seater was perfect. At under 2,000 lbs I don't have to worry about it overloading the MH. A $15 to $20
battery disconnect switch is the only mod needed for flat towing (other that the tow bar, base plates, tail light kit, etc). The 2-seater also has a bonus. It keeps cheapskate RVers from bumming rides. Believe me. They are out there.
I believe your toad search needs a bit of refinement - regardless of flat or dolly towing. Start off by first determining what you need the toad to do for you:
2-seater vs 4-seater
2-door vs 4-door
room for kids/grandkids
sedan
wagon
4WD
driving on beaches (some vehicles are not good for this)
yadda, yadda, yadda
Once you have the specs that you need in a toad, then search for a toad that does not exceed the weight/towing limits of your MH - preferably staying well under it as much as possible.
There are many vehicles that can be towed by your MH, but only a short list of those that may fit your needs.
