dollies in 2015
with so many new light cars having the old DAF gearboxes, now called CVT they are not towable. (with auto tranny and keeping the battery connected. so we were considering getting a dolly when our 17 ...
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I've been pulling my Vibe on a Demco KarKaddy SS for 10 years and over 50,000 miles with no complaints. The KarKaddy has surge brakes that work A-OK in all kinds of terrain (see map below). Its ramps fold up and the tongue folds back so it can be stored in about ½ its open area. It is 100% heavily galvanized so you’ll never have to worry about rust. Wheel bearings are permanently lubricated. They cost a little more but I’ve feel it’s been worth it.
Since it sticks out behind a little further you need to watch two things: 1) it’s a little wider than the MH so watch out for the curb when parking. I rubbed the lettering off of the right dolly tire from getting too close to the curb. 1) Leave plenty of room in front so you don’t have to pull away from a curb too quickly as the dolly tongue will swing to the right pulling the dolly and toad over the curb. Otherwise the toad just follows you around and you have to look to know its there.
Some people have complained about loosing the tire straps but if fastened down properly they will never come off. If you decide to go dolly and want to know how to properly strap it down just send me a “private message”.
Dave
Since it sticks out behind a little further you need to watch two things: 1) it’s a little wider than the MH so watch out for the curb when parking. I rubbed the lettering off of the right dolly tire from getting too close to the curb. 1) Leave plenty of room in front so you don’t have to pull away from a curb too quickly as the dolly tongue will swing to the right pulling the dolly and toad over the curb. Otherwise the toad just follows you around and you have to look to know its there.
Some people have complained about loosing the tire straps but if fastened down properly they will never come off. If you decide to go dolly and want to know how to properly strap it down just send me a “private message”.
Dave
