Class A towing an 2017 Lincoln MKZ on a Tow Dolly

[dmctlc]

So New to the Class A world so still coming up with new questions. Latest is I'm looking for anyone that specifically tows a 2014-2017 Lincoln MKZ(Hybrid if possible). I know you can tow all 4 down but I'm looking at a tow dolly b/c it gives me options to tow my other car or any new car in the future plus it doesn't need the entire front end dismantled to install it. So my question to that person(S) what tow dolly and associated braking system you use and are you happy with it but more importantly have u had any issues with the back end of the car bottoming or dragging? Open to anyone for suggestions.
Thxs
Dana

[rowekmr]

I didn't know they had steering capacity. I looked on the websites and there was no explanation of how. What is the difference between the steerable dolly and a turntable steerable dolly?

mowermech wrote:
"Better" and/or "Best" are mostly matters of opinion.
IMO, the best is a steerable dolly like the Demco Kar Kaddy.
Next best, IMO, is a dolly with a turntable for steering, such as the American Tow Dolly or the Master tow.
The worst, IMO, is a dolly that has no steering capability at all.
As for brakes, there are only two choices, based on the operating system:
1. Electric brakes, identical to electro-magnetic trailer brakes. These systems require a brake controller, either trailer mounted or mounted near the driver of the towing vehicle.
2. Surge brakes. These are hydraulic brakes, and can be either drum or disk type.
As always, some folks swear by a certain type, either the dolly or the brakes, other folks swear at them.

[dubdub07]

dicknellen wrote:
2014-2017 Lincoln MKZ(Hybrid if possible). If it is FWD it can be either 4 down or dolly if it AWD it is 4 down only.
Ford puts out a yearly towing guide and it also goes into detail about vehicles that can be towed behind a motor home. Ford 2016 RV & Trailer Towing Guide for both towing & being towed.
They have guides going back to 2002. http://www.fleet.ford.com/towing-guides/
Dick

I believe they are AWD and cannot be dolly towed. My Taurus SHO is AWD and I tow it 4-down. It tows well.

WW

[dmctlc]

Thanks once again to all. I've been looking at the Demco Kar Kaddy but which one... they vary quiet a bit in price. Of course the most expensive one I'm sure is the best but how are the others. Also what do folks use for brake/running lites? I hear there's wireless ones out there but can't seem to locate them. And what is the best method for a secure attachment method without damage to the car trunk?

[mowermech]

"Better" and/or "Best" are mostly matters of opinion.
IMO, the best is a steerable dolly like the Demco Kar Kaddy.
Next best, IMO, is a dolly with a turntable for steering, such as the American Tow Dolly or the Master tow.
The worst, IMO, is a dolly that has no steering capability at all.
As for brakes, there are only two choices, based on the operating system:
1. Electric brakes, identical to electro-magnetic trailer brakes. These systems require a brake controller, either trailer mounted or mounted near the driver of the towing vehicle.
2. Surge brakes. These are hydraulic brakes, and can be either drum or disk type.
As always, some folks swear by a certain type, either the dolly or the brakes, other folks swear at them.

[dmctlc]

Thanks for the advice on the dolly's but now that leads me to the next question which ones are the better than others and accessories like braking etc...
Thanks again

[carringb]

The new MKZ 3.0L turbo is a rocket, and they are offering a FWD version for RVers who want to dolly it.

The thread "which dolly and why" is another good place to read. I do think the MKZ is wide enough you probably want to avoid a turntable dolly. Either a steerable dolly or a fixed dolly (ACME) will make sure your doors don't get mashed by the fenders

[dmctlc]

So thxs to all for comments. As for my comment on the "future"if all goes right and I retire this year as planned future would be less than a year away. So now with all this info and talking to friends who tow I'm going to start looking for a tow dolly, lites and associated items to complete the package and start towing my car camping. So now I'm looking for suggestions on what I need to start towing and what is the best Tow dolly etc. that I should use?
Thxs
Dana

[dicknellen]

2014-2017 Lincoln MKZ(Hybrid if possible). If it is FWD it can be either 4 down or dolly if it AWD it is 4 down only.
Ford puts out a yearly towing guide and it also goes into detail about vehicles that can be towed behind a motor home. Ford 2016 RV & Trailer Towing Guide for both towing & being towed.
They have guides going back to 2002. http://www.fleet.ford.com/towing-guides/
Dick

[carringb]

mowermech wrote:
Just my opinion, but when dolly towing if brakes are desired they should be on the dolly wheels ONLY.

Agree, I may have mistakenly read that as a two part question.... dolly-able? or which braking system to use for flat towing.

As for dolly brake systems, you can choose electric drum or hydraulic surge disc. The car doesn't car what system the dolly uses, and no, the car should not have its own braking system when used on a dolly.

[Lwiddis]

Why worry about "future" towing now?

[mowermech]

Just my opinion, but when dolly towing if brakes are desired they should be on the dolly wheels ONLY. There should be no braking on the vehicle.
If somebody can find anything that proves me wrong, I would be glad to see it.

What does the Owners Manual for the Lincoln say about dolly towing?

[dmctlc]

From what I see is the tail looks higher on the Fusion hence why I was being specific on the Lincoln but perhaps I'll take a ride to the local Ford Dealer and just park next to one and see. As for the braking suggestion thanks I'll check that out as well. I know my car has a unique towing feature or that's what I've been told. Haven't tried it out yet but soon.
Thxs

[carringb]

The Fusions (except the SPORT model) can be dolly towed, and has plenty of tail clearance.

You do need to have a brake system compatible with "always on" brake boosters. Some required an un-boosted brake system.