I love when things work out I got to tow a car and wanted to get a ideal how to do load my car. Then you started talking about RFK Jr. I knew I was in the right spot, plus you taught the younger generation how to do manual work. Something I don't see much these days. Thank You Sir
I like how you get your kids helping,that's the best way to learn..The little guy was hilarious..You know he is made to be the foreman,skip the working part just bark orders,his pointing was on point :) Lilly did an awesome job too!!
Those car dollys sure come in handy. I last used one a few years back when the alternator went out on my wagon.Glad you are teaching lilly. She's a good kid. So is your son. With the pointing,he may be acting as supervisor. LoL.Thanks for the footage and,you have a great day brother.👍✌️
One thing I haven’t heard you talk about is brakes. For a car over 2000 lbs. (if I remember correctly) 49 of the fifty states require that the tow dolly has brakes, either electric brakes controlled be a brake controller in the tow vehicle, or surge brakes which brake the dolly hydraulically when the tow vehicle slows down and forces the loaded dolly to move forward on the chassis to apply the hydraulic brakes. When I mentioned this to the woman at U-Haul she looked at me like a deer in headlights. I ended up buying a used CarTow Dolly which was cheaper than renting the U-Haul dolly for the two week trip we were planning. The CarTow Dolly has disc surge brakes and is relatively light weight. The other thing you failed to mention is that due to their short length it is just about impossible to back them up unless everything is in a straight line. So if you are hauling with a dolly you need to be able to turn around in a forward direction, otherwise you have to unhook everything.
hi great videos. thats thebest way to learn for them. i have a question. planning on towing a mini cooper using the uhaul dolly like youve used. can i used that dolly and tow a car for 5 hrs drive??? thankz in advanced
What about the thing about having to disconnect the driveshaft on the automatic vehicles? I heard it can mess transmission up if you just try to tow it without some kind of disconnect happening. If it’s front wheel drive that’s obviously not an issue but if it’s rear wheel drive? Can you anchor the rear wheels on the dolly instead?
I tried it with the rear wheels with my Ferrari, and I strapped the steering wheel tight, and the car fish tailed a little bit, however, I made it home after going 50 miles under highway speeds. So it's possible if you keep an eye on it.
I rented a car carrier not the tow dolly from U-Haul to haul a 1500 Chevy truck. After making the straps tight and secure l checked them after driving a bit, just like they say to do. The chain that came with it was to small to reach the frame of the truck so l went and spent 30 dollars on that. Well after getting on the road it started pouring rain. And about 11 pm when l stopped for the night low and behold both straps were off my tires. I was lucky my truck didn't come off with all the bumps, it scared me silly. I was fortunate enough to get them both back on. But again they both came off. I was wondering if you ever had that issue?
If it is a automatic and the axle that has power to it is on the ground then you would have to disconnect... FWD pulled on head first NO Turn it around front to the asphalt then YES Disconnect,,, Reverse for RWD
MANY TIMES U-Haul will not let you rent their tow Dolly if the vehicle you're towing it's too heavy or big. Or if the vehicle you're using to tow with is not what they prefer you use. AND THAT'S A FACT
do a video on vehicle weight restrictions when using a tow dolly. Example, tow dolly rated at 5,000 pounds with 750 pounds tongue weight. A Chevy Traverse or compatible size vehicle hits the scale around 4,600 pounds which leaves a margin of 400 pounds. Since the dolly is carrying approximately 2/3 of the vehicle weight, motor, trans etc., what is the safety factor or any concerns. The usually weight ratio from front to rear is divided as 60/40 as a general rule for front wheel drive vehicles. I would love to see a clear video on this topic because there isn't any clarity on this topic, not even from dealerships or towing companies such as U-haul. Now with that said, a gas motor coach is usually rated at 5,000 maximum towing capacity and a diesel motor coach can tow considerable more, theoretically speaking. Of course the hitch type can be a limit as well. What is your take on this? Me, just curious. (I flat tow)
With a dolly You have the axle weight rating on the dolly, and the capacity of the coupler and hitch system. Remembering that the capacity of the entire system is the capacity of its weakest component. Hitch, receiver, ball, coupler every piece is marked. look up the weight distribution and weight of the toad (towed vehicle) to check for compatibility. Uhaul says they the tow vehicle must outweigh the vehicle in tow by 750 lbs. If you lie you bear all lability of any incident no matter the insurance package purchased from Uhaul. The popular lie is claiming a light toad, and and then strap up to whatever you have. Uhaul has an application guide on their website where you can input your vehicles and see if they work.
No, there are two sets. One set does go to the hitch. The other are safety chains to keep your car attached if the strap or rachet fails. Of course, if the chain comes into play, you've destroyed your lower A arms.
can you tow automatic cars with one of these ?????? no videos explaining automatic trans manual trans and front wheel drive a video with more info be very helpful
If you’re towing a manual of a automatic FWD car, this video shows you exactly how to! for the people that are towing a RWD car you are supposed to to tow it from the back (so the front tires are touching the road) but I’m not sure if this dolly is equipped to do that
Thats pretty first day stuff maybe look up a video on "How to Hook a Trailer to my hitch" I am sure you will find one that just not what this is about... Good Luck tho its pretty simple ;-)
I love when things work out I got to tow a car and wanted to get a ideal how to do load my car. Then you started talking about RFK Jr. I knew I was in the right spot, plus you taught the younger generation how to do manual work. Something I don't see much these days. Thank You Sir
Good job Lily and thanks Nathan for teaching your children very valuable skills and things they need to know
I love this bruh!! Teach them and they Will appreciate it one day! Great kids and family!!!!n God bless you all❤🙏🏾👍🏾🇺🇸
So easy that kids can do it. lol
It's good to see a father teaching his children these things👌🏼
I like how you get your kids helping,that's the best way to learn..The little guy was hilarious..You know he is made to be the foreman,skip the working part just bark orders,his pointing was on point :) Lilly did an awesome job too!!
Those car dollys sure come in handy. I last used one a few years back when the alternator went out on my wagon.Glad you are teaching lilly. She's a good kid. So is your son. With the pointing,he may be acting as supervisor. LoL.Thanks for the footage and,you have a great day brother.👍✌️
Well done Nathan for teaching Lily and Vlad how to sort the UHaul trailer out. And good bye to the ink blue Golf 2.0 Cabriolet Mark 3
Best video I’ve seen…. Thanks for the video
One thing I haven’t heard you talk about is brakes. For a car over 2000 lbs. (if I remember correctly) 49 of the fifty states require that the tow dolly has brakes, either electric brakes controlled be a brake controller in the tow vehicle, or surge brakes which brake the dolly hydraulically when the tow vehicle slows down and forces the loaded dolly to move forward on the chassis to apply the hydraulic brakes. When I mentioned this to the woman at U-Haul she looked at me like a deer in headlights. I ended up buying a used CarTow Dolly which was cheaper than renting the U-Haul dolly for the two week trip we were planning. The CarTow Dolly has disc surge brakes and is relatively light weight. The other thing you failed to mention is that due to their short length it is just about impossible to back them up unless everything is in a straight line. So if you are hauling with a dolly you need to be able to turn around in a forward direction, otherwise you have to unhook everything.
how would you load a rear wheel drive automatic transmission
Do you have to lock the steering wheel once the car is on the ramp?
hi great videos. thats thebest way to learn for them.
i have a question. planning on towing a mini cooper using the uhaul dolly like youve used. can i used that dolly and tow a car for 5 hrs drive??? thankz in advanced
Is it possible to chock the dolly wheels and slowly pull a dead car onto the dolly with a strap?
What about the thing about having to disconnect the driveshaft on the automatic vehicles? I heard it can mess transmission up if you just try to tow it without some kind of disconnect happening. If it’s front wheel drive that’s obviously not an issue but if it’s rear wheel drive? Can you anchor the rear wheels on the dolly instead?
if u try to load it on the rear wheels u will have swaying which is really dangerous.
I tried it with the rear wheels with my Ferrari, and I strapped the steering wheel tight, and the car fish tailed a little bit, however, I made it home after going 50 miles under highway speeds. So it's possible if you keep an eye on it.
I rented a car carrier not the tow dolly from U-Haul to haul a 1500 Chevy truck. After making the straps tight and secure l checked them after driving a bit, just like they say to do. The chain that came with it was to small to reach the frame of the truck so l went and spent 30 dollars on that. Well after getting on the road it started pouring rain. And about 11 pm when l stopped for the night low and behold both straps were off my tires. I was lucky my truck didn't come off with all the bumps, it scared me silly. I was fortunate enough to get them both back on. But again they both came off. I was wondering if you ever had that issue?
Makes me wonder if electric brake dolly is necessary for my civic towed by my rv
cool. seems simple.
Simple enough… up in line at the u haul about to grab one to transport my poor Foxbody that the motor shat the bed on me
Good to know
Good job young lady. You are learning important ,good to know stuff
Love the Monte carlo...in the back
Very good, thanks!!!
Do you put car in Neutral or Park
Can I tow a rear wheel drive car on this dolly?
Great video. Thank you for sharing this.
I love it. Great kids
But if the car is an automatic you have to disconnect the driveshaft right?
No. That would be for a tow bar. Not car Dolly.
If it is a automatic and the axle that has power to it is on the ground then you would have to disconnect... FWD pulled on head first NO Turn it around front to the asphalt then YES Disconnect,,, Reverse for RWD
How do you get the net off?
Can you tow with a pickup truck as a business
I wish I had a pickup truck for doing tow stuff and emergencies.
This thing works with rear wheel drive cars?
Yes, but you’ll have to detach the drive shaft
@@alexmacic5955 Thanks - I had the same question 🙏
@@alexmacic5955 in a front wheel drive car does it have to be in park or neutral ?
MANY TIMES U-Haul will not let you rent their tow Dolly if the vehicle you're towing it's too heavy or big. Or if the vehicle you're using to tow with is not what they prefer you use. AND THAT'S A FACT
Any tips on how to get a car the doesn’t run on the trailer
About ten guys pushing.
in a front wheel drive car does it have to be in park or neutral ?
As far as I know most front wheel drive are fine to pull in park... Just STOP If you hear noises and are breaking anything ;-)
@@CerealMarshmallows ok thanks
How do you tow a rear wheel drive on a tow dolly
same thing but in reverse
Great video, I need to buy new one would advise me from where I can purchase it?
great review!
Nice, thanks for sharing! 👊🏼🍺
Thank you :)
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do a video on vehicle weight restrictions when using a tow dolly. Example, tow dolly rated at 5,000 pounds with 750 pounds tongue weight. A Chevy Traverse or compatible size vehicle hits the scale around 4,600 pounds which leaves a margin of 400 pounds. Since the dolly is carrying approximately 2/3 of the vehicle weight, motor, trans etc., what is the safety factor or any concerns. The usually weight ratio from front to rear is divided as 60/40 as a general rule for front wheel drive vehicles. I would love to see a clear video on this topic because there isn't any clarity on this topic, not even from dealerships or towing companies such as U-haul. Now with that said, a gas motor coach is usually rated at 5,000 maximum towing capacity and a diesel motor coach can tow considerable more, theoretically speaking. Of course the hitch type can be a limit as well. What is your take on this? Me, just curious. (I flat tow)
With a dolly You have the axle weight rating on the dolly, and the capacity of the coupler and hitch system. Remembering that the capacity of the entire system is the capacity of its weakest component. Hitch, receiver, ball, coupler every piece is marked. look up the weight distribution and weight of the toad (towed vehicle) to check for compatibility. Uhaul says they the tow vehicle must outweigh the vehicle in tow by 750 lbs. If you lie you bear all lability of any incident no matter the insurance package purchased from Uhaul. The popular lie is claiming a light toad, and and then strap up to whatever you have. Uhaul has an application guide on their website where you can input your vehicles and see if they work.
Those are safety chains that are supposed to go to your hitch.
No, there are two sets. One set does go to the hitch. The other are safety chains to keep your car attached if the strap or rachet fails. Of course, if the chain comes into play, you've destroyed your lower A arms.
can you tow automatic cars with one of these ?????? no videos explaining automatic trans manual trans and front wheel drive a video with more info be very helpful
If you’re towing a manual of a automatic FWD car, this video shows you exactly how to!
for the people that are towing a RWD car you are supposed to to tow it from the back (so the front tires are touching the road) but I’m not sure if this dolly is equipped to do that
If it’s an automatic put the car in Neutral same with a manual transmission
Kids at Work...!
I needed to see how you attacted the tow dolly on the back of your truck
Thats pretty first day stuff maybe look up a video on "How to Hook a Trailer to my hitch" I am sure you will find one that just not what this is about... Good Luck tho its pretty simple ;-)
You should’ve bought one for another $80
Lilly flower your gorgeous great Job 👍🏻