New Tow Vehicle Question
I want to start towing my 2010 Jeep Wrangler behind my 32' RV. I own a tow dolly and was wanting to use it but I keep getting conflicting information about being able to use the dolly. Any suggestions...
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1995brave wrote:parker.rowe wrote:1995brave wrote:
A tow dolly is for front wheel drive cars. Your Jeep is either 4 wheel drive or two wheel drive(drive shaft and rear wheels driven). You need either to trailer it or use a tow bar.
I can't think of a reason you couldn't use a tow dolly over a tow bar if you already own one.
Just put the transfer case and trans in neutral and roll on.
What am I missing?
It is all going to depend on the transmission and transfer case if it can be towed on a dolly or not. Some transmissions will not pump oil through the drive shaft connection. Some transfer cases require the front drive train to turn for oiling. Best to check the Jeep manual you got with the Jeep.
The np231 (older jeeps) and nv241 (jk jeeps like the OP) transfer cases both have pumps on the main shaft, so it should work the same wether on a dolly or not.
I've definitely seen a np231 run for a 1200 miles or so with the case and trans both in neutral in a 93 jeep wrangler.
That year has an axle disconnect so the front driveshaft doesn't turn unless it is in 4wd.
Either way consulting the manual is never a bad idea!
