IML: Towing a 69 Lebaron

["Phil Brust" <pbrust@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Don't forget about brakes...I flat tow with a 33,000 lbs motorhome and I
have a supplemental braking system in my Neon even though it weighs only
2600 lbs. The main reason is the law in nearly every state requires brakes
on anything towed over 1,000 lbs. The second reason is the supplemental
system applies the brakes in the event of a breakaway. Supplemental brake
systems start at $800.

Possibly you could find a heavy duty tow dolly with surge brakes that would
keep you legal. You can back the vehicle on the dolly or drive it on...there
are no restrictions about which way a vehicle on a tow dolly points. There's
no magic in axle weight ratings...the tow dolly tires must support the
weight of the dolly and the weight on one of your Lebaron's axles: probably
pushing 2,500 pounds. It would take a pretty stout tow dolly axle to safely
carry all that.

Bottom line: the safest, most economical way to move the Lebaron long
distance is with a commercial auto hauler.

Phil Brust
73 & 82 Imperials (hauled on a car trailer with #5200 axles and electric
brakes)




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