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- wolfe10ExplorerIn a word NO. And, any wrecker driver SHOULD know that.
Can disconnect the drive shaft OR pull the axles and install block off plates to retain oil. - IvylogExplorer IIINO! Only exception would be if the engine would idle while it was towed. I would removing the drive shaft as it's not that hard, once you get to it. I've had some axle shafts that were very hard to remove depending on the type of nuts and tapered spacers used to hold it in.
- YC_1NomadQuoting the manual. When calling a towing company for service, it is recommended to use a lowboy/landall type of trailer. If a tow truck is used it needs to have a support arm that goes under the motorhome and secures to the front axel. Inform the tow company of the axle weightst and total weight of the motorhome.
Do not tow from the rear with the wheels off the ground because it would put too much weight on the front axel. - tropical_ronExplorerShort answer...NO...also, make sure the tow driver disconnects the drive shaft. As stated here, any professional will know to do this. Hopefully the tow truck is large enough to do the job. Don't ask how I know...All is good now.
- MEXICOWANDERERExplorerIn so many words ONLY transmissions with a REAR as well as a front pump can be towed without disabling a driveline hookup.
- Tom_BarbExplorerI Don't believe this is a one method fits all. Some M/H chassis are nothing but box truck chassis, others are fire truck chassis, and some are manufactured as M/Hs.
Ours is basically a fire truck chassis, we can be towed by the front, as long as the tow truck has control arms supporting the stopping / braking. but the rear wheel brakes must be disabled or air supplied by the tow truck. or the diesel running.
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