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We would like to get some input on which tow car would be the best...we need a wagon or suv type of vehicle...thanks

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Yahoo Message Number: 746
We've towed both a Wrangler and a Cherokee over the years and have never had a problem. Very easy to disconnect the trans and no mileage accumulates. We use the Alladin tow bar and recommend it highly, we also use the brakemaster brake system and find it to be very reliable and an asset. John & Dot.

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Yahoo Message Number: 748
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We would like to get some input on which tow car would be the > best...we need a wagon or suv type of vehicle...thanks
In all my travels I have seen more Jeep dingys behind CCs than any other vehicle. The Grand Cherokee seems to be the most populat. It can serve as a four door sedan, it can tow almost 7000 lbs and is easy to tow. It weighs 3900 lbs. but behind a Country Coach that is no problem. jerry in NM.

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Yahoo Message Number: 743
I am towing the new Jeep Liberty and it's the perfect toad vehicle in my opinion. Right size, right weight and it's towable without any tech problems. I tow with a 36' CC Magna 350 ISC engine. Don't need

any kind of extra brakes. If you get the Blue Ox tow bar 'Aladdin' model, you don't even see it on

the Liberty. It's completely concealed.

Jim

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Yahoo Message Number: 744
buzzpack,

be sure your gross combination weight rating (GCWR) is not exceeded - after that consider that there are many states and provinces that require supplemental braking systems, up to and including breakaway systems, depending on the weight of the towed vehicle (regardless of the GCWR) - also consider the peace of mind that a supplemental system will give you (street legal plus, in the unlikely event your toad comes loose back there, it will be brought to a quick stop) - also carefully read the owner's manual of prospective toads - if it doesn't say its towable four down do not take the service manager/salesman's word for it or a transmission replacement may come out of your pocket - also look at towing speed/distance limitations, if any, in their manual as well - we have towed the chevrolet 2WD tracker and currently tow a saturn "L" series - both without problems

good luck

fred johnson

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Yahoo Message Number: 745
There are lots of choices out there.
We currently have a 1997 Ford Explorer and use a Blue Ox tow bar. For sight-seeing, we like sitting up higher in a SUV versus a regular car. For an automatic transmission, the Explorer must have the V6 engine NOT the V8.
It is extremely simple to disengage the transmission. After hooking it up to the Blue Ox, you simply -- 1. Start the engine. 2. Put your foot on the brake and place the trans in neutral. 3. Turn the ignition off one notch while continuing to hold your foot on the brake --- about 20 seconds. 4. Then a little light comes on telling you the the transmission is no longer engaged.
Mileage does NOT accumulate on the odometer while towing. The Explorer weighs in at approx. 4,300 lbs. It has been towed quite easily by both our 99 Intrigue and now or 01 Affinity.
Another great suv to look at is the new Acura MDX. It is about the same weight and length as the Explorer but it is 5 inches wider. Acura states that it can also be towed behind a coach. We are seriously considering it for our next car.

Hope this info helps. Den

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Yahoo Message Number: 747
Check out the new 2002 Honda CR-V ... it is due out in about two weeks. It could be a real winner ... I am going to going to be taking a serious look at it.

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Yahoo Message Number: 749
We've been towing a Honda CRV for three years and have had excellent results. The transmission was replaced by the company but now they have put out the proper towing procedures and have extended the warranity. Very good company to do business with. We too will be looking into the 2002 Honda.

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Yahoo Message Number: 750
We tow a 98 Jeep Cherokee. This is the second one we have towed.
Nice blend of enough size and light weight. We had a Grand Cherokee also. Only problem the Cherokee is replaced with the Liberty. I think the Liberty is a little small, about the size of the CRV.
Doesn't really look big enough for 2 sets of golf clubs :-).

I do have a question, we had a transfer case problem. Had to have it rebuilt. This is the first problem we have ever had with our jeeps. Has anyone else experienced this?

Linda & Don
St. Louis, MO.

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Yahoo Message Number: 751
Don, just had the transfer seals replaced in our 98 Laredo at 95K miles. Otherwise all seems OK and I would get another one when it comes time for a replacement. I agree about the size of the Liberty. I like it but, as full timers, we need all the space we can get.

Mike Moore

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Yahoo Message Number: 752
you really should look/drive the liberty. It is actually LARGER inside than the cherokee its replacing, but the designers have made it look smaller. It drives like a dream and you don't even know its on the back of your coach.

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Jim, I did drive it last week and I agree except the space behind the rear seats is something like 29 sq ft for the Liberty and 39 sq ft for the GC. That means a lot to a full timer ... now my wife can have her golf clubs!! Mike
 

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Yahoo Message Number: 761
I want to thank all of you for giving us so much info on tow cars, we will go out and start looking at all your suggestions..this is a very easy way to start looking rather than going from place to place with car salesmen....Jim Packard