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[wayne and sherry]

Originally Posted by jjSpeedwagon

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Here's what we tow. Only vehicle to tow. Go as far as you can in your motor home. Then go the rest of the way in your jeep 4 X forever

Yes sir!

[wayne and sherry]

Originally Posted by jjSpeedwagon

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Here's what we tow. Only vehicle to tow. Go as far as you can in your motor home. Then go the rest of the way in your jeep 4 X forever

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[Antone]

I'm seeing a trend here...


Antone

2015 Forest River FR3 30DS - No Ragrets

Toad - 2011 Jeep Wrangler

[Antone]

But seriously, the Wrangler can be tops off along the coast, mountains, desert, off road, on road, it's a Swiss army knife. It's like they're made to flat tow too. I love it.


Antone

2015 Forest River FR3 30DS - No Ragrets

Toad - 2011 Jeep Wrangler

[wayne and sherry]

A motor home towing a Jeep is not only the coolest thing to see going down the road, it's a package that screams adventure! You heading some place beautiful and fun, your in a motor home and when you get there you have the perfect vehicle for further examination. A total adventure package.

[wolfgang22]

Giddy up... Waiting for the ferry at Put-in-Bay, OH. 6 bikes, 2 kayaks, 1 jeep and a week of fun....priceless.


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[TakeItEasy]

Originally Posted by wayne and sherry

I tow a 2 door (OlllllllO) Rubicon!!

Have you ever been to the scales with the Jeep on the trailer? How does the FR3 handle the trailer?

Looks like you have some good times with that setup.

[wayne and sherry]

Originally Posted by TakeItEasy

Have you ever been to the scales with the Jeep on the trailer? How does the FR3 handle the trailer?

Looks like you have some good times with that setup.

No I've never scaled my jeep n trailer. It tows nice, l keep and inspect everything for safety.

[antilley]

So I didn't do a car hauler as I couldn't find anything that could get under 5k lbs. with my JKU and mods I am right at 5k flat towing. Total weight I have about 400 lbs left based on advertised weights for the entire load

I plan on stopping and weighing this next trip

The question ----will it pull it is yes. Being legal is another question....which leads to liability if there is a problem.

The ecoboost Ford taught me it doesn't matter what it can tow->. Payload limits are reached way sooner than the max tow

[drivmsafe]

Originally Posted by wayne and sherry

No I've never scaled my jeep n trailer. It tows nice, l keep and inspect everything for safety.

Inspecting everything for "safety" also means more than just what your towing. You really might want to consider weighing your jeep/trailer. I have a feeling that, combined with whatever you load in the MH and all that you carry on your trailer, you may be well over the GCWR that your unit is built for. Putting excessive weight can cause excessive wear and tear on your coach. Not to mention having to stop in an emergency causes an extra amount of pressure you need to stop the MH (even if you have surge or electric brakes on the trailer). JMHO

[colourful64]

Lol we had a new jeep.. Awesome to tow but if you like a nice riding vehicle stay away from a jeep they are horrible on the highway rattling and banging and not at all aerodynamic... There are tons of other vehicles

[KJcachers]

Originally Posted by Branchman

I tow a 2015 Kia Soul.

Very inexpensive to buy.

Towing and set up is effortless.

Tow Dolly?

[Branchman]

I tow the Soul four down.

The Soul is a manual transmission.

No power on and no mileage accumulates.

[Bobb36]

and its another vote for the:

[wayne and sherry]

Originally Posted by Bobb36

and its another vote for the:

Awesome!

[bmmarly]

I'm considering a Blue Ox system to flat tow a 2 door Wrangler with my 30DS. For those here towing Wranglers, have you installed a braking system? Here in TX the max tow weight is 4,500lbs before it is legally required, but wondering if I should be more concerned with safety than this legal limit? Jeep is approx 4,000lbs.

Is the baseplate an easy DIY install, or requires drilling etc, and best left to a professional? Lastly, does the odometer on the Jeep run while being towed?

Thanks!

[drivmsafe]

Originally Posted by bmmarly

I'm considering a Blue Ox system to flat tow a 2 door Wrangler with my 30DS. For those here towing Wranglers, have you installed a braking system? Here in TX the max tow weight is 4,500lbs before it is legally required, but wondering if I should be more concerned with safety than this legal limit? Jeep is approx 4,000lbs.



Is the baseplate an easy DIY install, or requires drilling etc, and best left to a professional? Lastly, does the odometer on the Jeep run while being towed?



Thanks!

Think safety when towing your toad. I went with the SMI Duo Stay in Play system on my 2001 Wrangler. If your mechanically inclined, it's an easy install. When I sold the Jeep the new owner was very happy it was completely tow ready.

As for the Blue Ox base plate. I don't know what year your Wrangler is but, on my 01, I just needed to drill 2 holes on the passenger side frame. The drivers side bolted to the steering box holes. It was a very easy DYI install.

On my '01, the odometer did not increase mileage.


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[wayne and sherry]

Originally Posted by bmmarly

I'm considering a Blue Ox system to flat tow a 2 door Wrangler with my 30DS. For those here towing Wranglers, have you installed a braking system? Here in TX the max tow weight is 4,500lbs before it is legally required, but wondering if I should be more concerned with safety than this legal limit? Jeep is approx 4,000lbs.



Is the baseplate an easy DIY install, or requires drilling etc, and best left to a professional? Lastly, does the odometer on the Jeep run while being towed?



Thanks!

What year wrangler do you plan to tow with your 30DS.? From 2010 on, once you place the Wranglers transfer case in neutral, the computer will automatically unlock your steering/wheel. So there is no need to have your key in the ignition and turned on.
I've flat towed every jeep there is/was from the CJ-5 and 7 to the YJ, TJ and Jk. Your 30DS will not even know it's back there. Also, when flat towing you can not back up W/O 1st unhooking the Jeep. The steering will max out to the right or left if you try to back up so keep that in your mind as you pull in for gas and stop in tight areas.

[bmmarly]

2012 Wrangler......thanks for the speedy replies, much appreciated.

Still not too sure on need for braking system?

[drivmsafe]

Originally Posted by bmmarly

2012 Wrangler......thanks for the speedy replies, much appreciated.



Still not too sure on need for braking system?

Keep in mind that most states require a supplemental braking system on towed vehicles.


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