What Do I Need To Add To Flat-Tow A Jeep?
I'm planning to get a Jeep Wrangler and tow it behind a motorhome. I've read a little about doing this and I'm seeing a number of steps that can be involved to get the Jeep and RV set up correctly. ...
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Just some more random thoughts. You can tow a new Wrangler 4 down, lock it up, and have the keys in your pocket. I know, because I do it.
Typical Jeep tires are probably much better quality and more reliable than any trailer tire, no matter how much you upgrade them. How many Jeeps do you see at the side of the road with a flat, compared to towables disabled by tire failures?
Have never had a problem turning with the Wrangler behind me. Always tracks well. Just use your mirrors and rearview camera.
I can have my Wrangler hooked up and ready to roll in about 10 minutes at a relaxed pace with nobody to help me, except to do a light check.
Trailers add weight to your GVWR (tongue weight) and GCWR (weight of the trailer itself) which reduces the overall capacity of your setup. They also need to be licensed and inspected in most jurisdictions. And probably insured separately from the Jeep and the tow vehicle.
You haven't said what you plan on using to pull your Wrangler. That might help us evaluate your options.
In the end, it's whatever you can afford, can pull with your tow vehicle, and feel comfortable with when driving it.
Typical Jeep tires are probably much better quality and more reliable than any trailer tire, no matter how much you upgrade them. How many Jeeps do you see at the side of the road with a flat, compared to towables disabled by tire failures?
Have never had a problem turning with the Wrangler behind me. Always tracks well. Just use your mirrors and rearview camera.
I can have my Wrangler hooked up and ready to roll in about 10 minutes at a relaxed pace with nobody to help me, except to do a light check.
Trailers add weight to your GVWR (tongue weight) and GCWR (weight of the trailer itself) which reduces the overall capacity of your setup. They also need to be licensed and inspected in most jurisdictions. And probably insured separately from the Jeep and the tow vehicle.
You haven't said what you plan on using to pull your Wrangler. That might help us evaluate your options.
In the end, it's whatever you can afford, can pull with your tow vehicle, and feel comfortable with when driving it.
