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jc1969c10 · 06-01-2011, 09:01 AM

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Originally Posted by qksilver

I brought home a 72 LWB 3/4 BB F-250 from DC to NC using an aluminum U-Haul. Did tow pretty good once I made sure the tongue weight was right, usually 10-15 % of total weight.
Quick question, how far are you from Nashville and where are you going to in Georgia.
A board member has a 292 engine I want 35 north of Nashville and I am trying to see if I can get it closer. I am 6 hours from Atlanta.
Thanks,
Steve

Hey QKSilver: I know this is an old thread but I am getting ready to tow a '69 short Stepside from VA to FL. When you used the dolly, I assume you disengaged the axle? The cost difference between the car trailer and the tow dolly is a big one so I was thinking of the dolly.

72freak · 06-01-2011, 09:18 AM

Just remember the old rule of thumb with Uhaul.....If you go against all that is out there aboiut how bad they are....dont be surprised with the probably end result. JUNK!

68gmsee · 06-01-2011, 09:43 AM

Yes, you disengage the drive shaft if it's an automatic. To be on the safe side, I would drain the trans fluid and remove the drive shaft completely.

The longest trip I've done with a tow dolly is about 250 miles but I was towing an 87 Cutlass Supreme -a fairly light vehicle. Towing a truck may be a little more hazardous with a dolly.

I towed my 69 thirty miles and it got somewhat squirrelly at the higher speeds since the weight is not evenly distributed. I also towed my 68 with a wide (84") 16 ft. flatbed trailer and it was a lot easier.

Bottom line, I would bite the bullet and rent a trailer if I had to go longer than 50 miles.

68gmsee · 06-01-2011, 09:45 AM

Forgot to mention... The dollys you rent at U Haul may not fit properly. The truck is going to be wider than their widest dollys. I had to put original narrow wheels on my 69 and it still was a tight fit.

no moa · 06-01-2011, 10:35 AM

If you can get a trailer from a LARGE uhaul dealer, they usually have newer equipment. Buddy rented a trailer and it was damn near brand new. He had great luck with it, but i would agree for the most part the small dealer stuff sucks.
I bought a trailer for $3k, best money my company ever spent. lol.

72freak · 06-01-2011, 11:09 AM

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Originally Posted by 68gmsee

Forgot to mention... The dollys you rent at U Haul may not fit properly. The truck is going to be wider than their widest dollys. I had to put original narrow wheels on my 69 and it still was a tight fit.

YES...make sure you dont have wide wheels on it....take 2 narrow pizza cutters with you to put on the front if needed!

MARKDTN · 06-01-2011, 05:06 PM

Look for a trailer to buy. You can probably use it and resell it for what you paid for it. I don't use mine but a few times a year, but when I need one it is there.

06-01-2011, 09:18 AM	#27
72freak Rottenwood Garage Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Marietta, Georgia Posts: 4,321	Re: Help? Hauling a roller. Just remember the old rule of thumb with Uhaul.....If you go against all that is out there aboiut how bad they are....dont be surprised with the probably end result. JUNK! __________________ 2004 Chevrolet Suburban C1500 2001 Chevrolet 2500HD Crew 6.0 1999 Harley Davidson Electra Glide 1972 Chevrolet C-20 Custom Camper "Dump Truck" 1972 Chevrolet C-20 Suburban "Big Green" 1969 Chevrolet C-50 Wedge Hauler "Leonidis" 1966 C-10 2x4 short fleet 327 4 speed "Race Truck" 1952 Plymouth Cranbrook "Rican" (my grandfathers) 1931 Ford Model A Coupe "Black Beauty" 1930 Ford Model A truck "Club Cab" 4x4 Rottenwood Garage and Speed Shop.....where everything must be racy! *It's not just a hobby..It's a LIFESTYLE!!!* Thanks for nothing Barrett-Jackson You cant fix stupid or teach accountability! Time wasters, looky Lous and tire kickers are everywhere!

06-01-2011, 09:43 AM	#28
68gmsee Active Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Centrally located between Houston, Austin and Waco. BCS area. Posts: 7,947	Re: Help? Hauling a roller. Yes, you disengage the drive shaft if it's an automatic. To be on the safe side, I would drain the trans fluid and remove the drive shaft completely. The longest trip I've done with a tow dolly is about 250 miles but I was towing an 87 Cutlass Supreme -a fairly light vehicle. Towing a truck may be a little more hazardous with a dolly. I towed my 69 thirty miles and it got somewhat squirrelly at the higher speeds since the weight is not evenly distributed. I also towed my 68 with a wide (84") 16 ft. flatbed trailer and it was a lot easier. Bottom line, I would bite the bullet and rent a trailer if I had to go longer than 50 miles.

06-01-2011, 09:45 AM	#29
68gmsee Active Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Centrally located between Houston, Austin and Waco. BCS area. Posts: 7,947	Re: Help? Hauling a roller. Forgot to mention... The dollys you rent at U Haul may not fit properly. The truck is going to be wider than their widest dollys. I had to put original narrow wheels on my 69 and it still was a tight fit.

06-01-2011, 10:35 AM	#30
no moa Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: maine Posts: 2,315	Re: Help? Hauling a roller. If you can get a trailer from a LARGE uhaul dealer, they usually have newer equipment. Buddy rented a trailer and it was damn near brand new. He had great luck with it, but i would agree for the most part the small dealer stuff sucks. I bought a trailer for $3k, best money my company ever spent. lol. __________________ 1972 C10 Deluxe.Shortbed. 402/400. A/C, white interior, needs complete restore. Project Red, white and blue. Used to be a Longbed apperently. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=451950 1971 c10 step 250 3 OTT 1969 c30 TOW-MATER. 307 4 speed, holmes 440 body. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=451082 2006 CTS-V LS2 6spd.

06-01-2011, 05:06 PM	#32
MARKDTN Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga, TN Posts: 2,135	Re: Help? Hauling a roller. Look for a trailer to buy. You can probably use it and resell it for what you paid for it. I don't use mine but a few times a year, but when I need one it is there. __________________ '83 K20-TPI '73 C10 '79 C10-ex-diesel(SOLD) '07 Tahoe(Son driving) '14 Suburban-DD '71 C10-current project Last edited by MARKDTN; 06-01-2011 at 05:07 PM.



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