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Post by brad700 on Mar 28, 2009 18:26:25 GMT -5
I have A 2003 Expedition 2 wheel drive auto trans and need to know how to tow it 4 down with a tow bar my main concern is that i will mess up the transmission any advice would be great Thanks Brad
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Post by Deleted on Mar 28, 2009 18:49:26 GMT -5
I wouldn't tow that transmission four down, except in an emergency and for a short distance. You could do it if you disco the driveshaft at the rear axle. Or get a tow dolly and put the rear wheels on the dolly.
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Post by jeeepxj on Mar 28, 2009 19:57:01 GMT -5
Another thing to remember.... Most tow bars are only rated for 5k lbs. I'm sure that Expedition weighs more than 5k lbs.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 29, 2009 4:10:37 GMT -5
I have seen folks flat tow Tahoes, Suburbans, and the like. Usually it is behind a Class A motorhome with a driver with a large bankroll. I would consult as many sites and shops that are willing to give an opinion. As big as my '02 is, I would not want to tow it with anything short of a medium duty truck.
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Post by 87B2XLT on Mar 30, 2009 4:13:29 GMT -5
1) remove rear driveshaft (front if it's 4x4 and has auto hubs). 2)Use a tow bar that is rated to pull the GVWR of the Expedition - and I do stress GROSS, not empty weight. 3) If it's being towed behind a U-haul, etc., make sure you check your tires and everything on the tow bar and trailer lighting every stop. Not much else I can offer on that, other than good luck.
Dave G
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