backing up 4 down jeep jk
My manual for my 2017 jeep wrangler says backing even when the transfer case is in neutral and you are in dingy towing mode can cause damage. I have towed four down in the past and occasionally have ...
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I hesitate to post because of furor previous posts I made on this issue. Now posters are advocating that backing short distances with caution can be done.
I have vindication.
When I owned and operated our camp, regularly MHs with toad pulled too far forward at our registration area to make the left turn to their campsite.
In my best site escort suggestions, " Sir, back up just a little I"ll watch the towed front wheels" never a problem.
most did knowing they could Occasionally a n inexperienced driver that has never seen it or spooked by mfgr disclaimers was hesitant, however with my demeanor and assurance, never did in 19 years did a driver refuse to 'give it a try' Never did a steering wheel cramp in a short straight reverse. Certainly that lesson is being reflected here.
If a vehicle can be towed, forward with all gearing disconnected, how can it be damaging to back it short distances?
I have vindication.
When I owned and operated our camp, regularly MHs with toad pulled too far forward at our registration area to make the left turn to their campsite.
In my best site escort suggestions, " Sir, back up just a little I"ll watch the towed front wheels" never a problem.
most did knowing they could Occasionally a n inexperienced driver that has never seen it or spooked by mfgr disclaimers was hesitant, however with my demeanor and assurance, never did in 19 years did a driver refuse to 'give it a try' Never did a steering wheel cramp in a short straight reverse. Certainly that lesson is being reflected here.
If a vehicle can be towed, forward with all gearing disconnected, how can it be damaging to back it short distances?
