Peter Ficklin wrote:
>
> Ed,
> I've hauled several Spits, albeit short distances, with the ass-end
> forwards on a tow dolly. I figured it would eliminate any involvment
> with the drive train and any damage that might occur. I checked the
> front wheel bearings for any play before the trip, likewise, any other
> movement from loose front suspension, and had no problems. If you've
> got plenty of time, just take it easy and stop every fifty miles or so
> to check it. I'd consider re-packing the front bearings before your
> trip, and take an extra wheel w/tire. I believe you would leave the car
> steering loose and the dolly steering locked in this situation, but
> you'd be better off double-checking that. Best of Luck...
>
> Peter Ficklin
> '64 Spit
> '68 Spit
>
> Edward Hamilton wrote:
> >
> > I will be hauling a spit, of unknown condition, approximately 500
> > miles. I assume the preferred method would be to get all four wheels
> > off the ground (a car hauler). Unfortunately, my regular vehicles -- a
> > volvo and a jeep cherokee are not rated to use such a trailer. The
> > U-Haul version is 2,100# empty. So, I suspect I will have to use the
> > dolly type arrangement, placing the two front wheels in a cradle.
> > The spit runs, but hasn't been on the road for approximately 4 years. I
> > would like some imput or suggestions from you people, but would assume
> > that I should:
> > 1. Check the rear wheel bearings for greese
> > 2. Check the differential for fluid
> > 3. Is there a recomendation to remove the drive shaft?
> >
> > This being my first lbc, what tools should I carry with me to complete
> > this task -- the type fluid and greese?
> > I would appreciate your comments and/or suggestions.
> >
> > Best regards,
> > Ed Hamilton
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Ed Peter and the list.
I have a Kar Kaddy tow dolly and have been towing everything from my
TR6's to Jeeps with it. I usually tow my 71 TR6 to TRF Summer Party each
year behind my motor home.
I has some fears of pulling my six and an MGB with the dolly because of
drivetrain wear.
I've probably logged a couple thousand miles towing my 71 TR6 and no
problems. Just drove it today.
Talking to the Dolly company, they strongly suggested not putting the
rear wheels up on the dolly facing forward. They sited that the heaviest
end of the car would be furthest away. The tail wagging the dog thing.
Don't do it I've seen very few use a dolly in that way and don't
recommend it.
The dolly I have has steering knuckles and a cross car tie rod.
Dollys with the turntables are scarry! I had a jeep jump the ramp and
almost hit the tow car.
Good luck
Glenn Franco
71 & 74 TR6's and various TR6 parts mobiles.
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