Tow caddies September 30, 2017, 09:33:48 am I'm new to all LDs In fact I don't own one yet. But we are looking, and was wondering if there is a preferred style of tow caddies for an LD? We will be towing a 2015 Hyundai and do not want to try to tow four down. Any recommendations on style brand etc. would be appreciated.
Re: Tow caddies Reply #1 – September 30, 2017, 01:10:29 pm Quote from: Ronzo - September 30, 2017, 09:33:48 amI'm new to all LDs In fact I don't own one yet. But we are looking, and was wondering if there is a preferred style of tow caddies for an LD? We will be towing a 2015 Hyundai and do not want to try to tow four down. Any recommendations on style brand etc. would be appreciated.Next to no one uses a tow dolly anymore, most preferring to flat tow.They are difficult to use, add more towing weight and require another parking spot, once at the campground.It best to find a car that can be flat towed.This topic has been discussed here many times.Use the search function to explore for more information.Larry
Re: Tow caddies Reply #2 – September 30, 2017, 01:37:52 pm Quote from: Ronzo - September 30, 2017, 09:33:48 amWe will be towing a 2015 Hyundai and do not want to try to tow four down. Look for dollies with brakes and full lighting, and add the dolly weight to that of whichever model Hyundai you have to see if the combo falls within the allowable range - usually 4000 lbs. The main advantage of a dolly is the ability - with care - to back up.Steve
Re: Tow caddies Reply #3 – September 30, 2017, 02:41:36 pm In addition to what Larry and Steve said, be sure the dolly's tongue weight (with car in place) won't exceed the rating of the Lazy Daze's hitch. Check with the factory for how much tongue weight the rig can handle. I know it isn't a lot.I second the comments about the drawbacks of dollying. If it were me and the car were not towable four-down, I'd trade it in for one that was. Dollies are a pain in so many ways.
Re: Tow caddies Reply #4 – October 01, 2017, 07:05:36 am Ronzo-I downloaded the 2015 Motorhome Dinghy Towing Guide, as I was unfamiliar with the 2015 Hyundais. The models listed there, except for the Genesis Coupe, show weights of less than 3,000 pounds. Adding a dolly to that should total less than 4,000 pounds, which is the tow rating for more-recent LDs. As others have said, you need to determine what a dolly's tongue weight will be when loaded (with your car) to see if that falls within LD limits. It might also be wise to weigh your car as equipped and as it will be loaded, as it seems many vehicles exceed their published curb weights.For dolly models, I cannot offer an opinion. From what I read on other fora (such as iRV2), there appears to be a few companies that make the majority of models. I understand there are differences in platform design, wheel retention, loading (ramp) options, braking systems and the like that you may want to investigate before buying one.I'd be remiss if I didn't point out that you should be sure the manufacturer, in the owner's manual for your Hyundai, sanctions towing behind an RV on a dolly, and provides in that manual any procedures that must be followed to prepare the car for towing.I share the opinion that one is better off towing four-down than dealing with a dolly. But, if it takes a dolly to get you into an LD then go for it! The pleasure of owning an LD is worth the trouble. If you find out later the dolly is too much trouble, sell it and the car for a four-down-towable car.Mark H. 1 Likes
Re: Tow caddies Reply #5 – October 01, 2017, 12:03:15 pm One caution about Hyundais and the Motorhome Towing Guide... When I began this life style, I was looking for a vehicle I could flat tow. Hyundai was a candidate. Motorhome's Guide said it was flat towable, as did the dealer. I insisted on reading the owner's manual in that regard. The manual stated that the car was flat towable, "for a maximum distance of 15 miles and a maximum speed of 15 mph."Let the buyer beware.Ken F in NM
Re: Tow caddies Reply #6 – October 01, 2017, 01:07:59 pm Quote from: l1v3fr33ord13 - October 01, 2017, 07:05:36 amThe models listed there, except for the Genesis Coupe, show weights of less than 3,000 pounds. Adding a dolly to that should total less than 4,000 pounds, which is the tow rating for more-recent LDs.I should point out that the other consideration is not just the allowable weight, but how the weight affects travel. We flat tow an auto 2013 Honda Fit, frequently, which tips scales at about 2500 lbs, with our 23.5' FL. The difference in acceleration and hill-climbing ability is dramatic when we don't tow. The extra 'unnecessary' weight of a dolly would only make matters worse and accelerate wear-and-tear on the receiver attachment, which is an issue...Steve
Re: Tow caddies Reply #7 – October 01, 2017, 01:11:16 pm If you still want to try towing with a dolly, I suggest renting one and going on a test trip.U-Haul and many rental yards have them available at a reasonable price.If you want to buy one, look a used one, most folks give up them fairly quickly so finding a decent dolly shouldn't be too difficult.Larry
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