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Jan-08-2019 03:38 PM
My Name is Earl
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Jan-09-2019 11:36 AM
Blythewood, SC
2016 Newmar Baystar Sport 3004
2015 Jeep Wrangler 2dr HT
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Jan-09-2019 06:45 AM
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Jan-09-2019 03:51 AM
We are at the peak of Snowbird season down here in the southwest, and I have already towed in two different 2018 Chevy SUVs that were being flat-towed within the same week. The issue is with the instructions: flat-tow by placing in neutral and turn ignition off.
You can't turn the push-button ignition off in neutral, only park. So you either run the engine in neutral all day long, or start it every couple hours and run for a while to charge the battery. Another option would be to disconnect the battery once in neutral.
Yes, GM is aware of the issue by now. I am not sure how they will handle it, whether a re-programming of the computer in cars that people desire to flat-tow, or a prohibition in the manual.
I'm sure this will be a growing issue with the proliferation of push-button ignitions.
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Jan-09-2019 12:47 AM
Big Katuna wrote:
You can check EBay and Craigslist too for used. I’ve seen toads ready to tow.
Old Saturns were towable go for $2500.
Chevy Captiva Sport was the replacement for the 2008 to 2010 Saturns.
They were available from 2012 to 2015.
Towed our 2012 for 5 years with no problems. Blue OX is the only base plate that will fit the Captiva Sport.
I wanted a Jeep. But my wife cannot get in and out of them.
2012 Chevy Captiva Toad SOLD
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Jan-08-2019 06:22 PM
One I would consider is a Honda Fit. The older (2013 and older) automatic Fits can also be towed four down. The newer automatics have a CVT and cannot be flat towed. In fact, my car for daily driving and commuting is a Fit, and I've been very happy with it for my needs and wants. It's not a luxury car or a Jeep, of course, but it is reasonably fun to drive and is economical to own and has a remarkably adaptable and spacious interior for a little car.
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Jan-08-2019 06:07 PM
28feetlong wrote:
l. So I need a car that is a hook it up and put in neutral and go car.
This is a big issue..
Jeep is the highest on the list.
a stick shift is there too.
BUT easy to hook up is another biggy.
The jeep with an after market bumper can have the base plates right up front, easy accessible with a simple tow bar.
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Jan-08-2019 05:28 PM
leg01 wrote:
Hello Earl,
We are pulling a 2015 Chevrolet Sonic, the owners manual or your dealership should also be able to help you with that. We also use the Blue Ox Tow Bar which is pretty easy to connect and disconnect, but also a learning curve to it.
Hope this helps some.
All of the above 🙂
I ran a Brake Buddy system and ran a 12v charge wire to the battery in order not to pull the fuse.
The 5 door Sonic has nice cargo room when used in (rear seats down) hatchback mode. Under 3000# and it's 37 mpg fuel consumption makes me feel a lot better about my 7-8 mpg MH .
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Jan-08-2019 05:03 PM
Motor home magazine has lists by years of towable cars.
You don’t mention budget but to throw a few ideas out, all years of Honda Elements can be towed AWD, 2WD.
Jeep Wranglers can be flat towed. Auto or stick. In fact most 4WD with transfer cases can be towed.
Honda CRVs up til 2014? Can be towed. All versions.
Next thing is a baseplate. I like Demco but there are others. About $300-$400.
I install my own or pay $300-$400 labor.
Tow bar. I like Ready Brute with built in surge brakes. $1000 or so.
You can also use a plain Jane tow bar available for $150 from Smitty built that fits all Jeeps.
I use magnetic lights from Harbor Freight for $10 with coupon or you can wire them permanently into the taillights.
You can check EBay and Craigslist too for used. I’ve seen toads ready to tow.
Old Saturns were towable go for $2500.
Suzuki Samurais are another popular toad.
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Jan-08-2019 04:38 PM
We are pulling a 2015 Chevrolet Sonic, the owners manual or your dealership should also be able to help you with that. We also use the Blue Ox Tow Bar which is pretty easy to connect and disconnect, but also a learning curve to it.
Hope this helps some.
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Jan-08-2019 04:30 PM
As for vehicles, Suzuki Sidekicks are light, cheap and fun to drive. Also oldet Honda CRVs were able to tow 4 down. There are lots of other cars that will work, but again be very careful about weights.
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Jan-08-2019 04:14 PM
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Jan-08-2019 03:53 PM
GVWR and GCWR of the towing vehicle, the actual GVW (loaded for travel), drawbar/hitch weight capacity, weight of the towed vehicle, is all stuff you'll need to know, or actually weigh at a scale someplace.
Towed options...
http://www.motorhome.com/download-dinghy-guides/
2018 (2017 Sprinter Cab Chassis) Navion24V + 2016 Wrangler JKU (sold @ ????)
2016 Sunstar 26HE, V10, 3V, 6 Speed (sold @ 4600 miles)
2002 Roadtrek C190P (sold @ 315,000kms)