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Towing a vintage car?

folivier
Explorer
Explorer
Is anyone towing or has towed a vintage car behind their motorhome?
Thinking of buying an early 60's Chrysler and wondering if it can be towed. This would probably be a 3 speed automatic.
Another option would be a 60's Plymouth with a manual 3 or 4 speed transmission.
Also I would imagine I'd have to have a baseplate welded to the frame.
Anybody done this?
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folivier
Explorer
Explorer
Haven't bought yet, not looking for a show car. Probably buy a nice driver condition so dings, etc. won't be a problem for me.
I do use a Readybrake now for my truck and Tahoe. Great towbar.

wildtoad
Explorer II
Explorer II
I wouldnโ€™t think the automatic would take kindly to being towed four down. Perhaps the manual could but perhaps. I assume these are show cars that you donโ€™t want dinged up? If so you might want to consider trailering it under cover.
Tom Wilds
Blythewood, SC
2016 Newmar Baystar Sport 3004
2015 Jeep Wrangler 2dr HT

DFord
Explorer
Explorer
Remco Driveshaft disconnects are available through Superior Driveline: https://www.remcodsc.com/coupling/

I tow a '97 Ford Aerostar (rear wheel drive) with no problems and no miles accrue on the odometer - the transmission remains in PARK while being towed.

The baseplate is another issue. Make sure your installation is up to the task.

I use and prefer the NSA's ReadyBrake https://www.readybrake.com/store/c3/Supplemental_Braking_Systems.html It's given me great service for many, many years.
Don Ford
2004 Safari Trek 31SBD (F53/V10 20,500GVW)
'09 HHR 2LT or '97 Aerostar MiniVan (Remco driveshaft disconnect) for Towed vehicles
BlueOx Aventa II Towbar - ReadyBrake Inertia Brake System