FAQ: How to Tow an X

[project-c2]

Is there anything special when towing an X Runner with a tow truck. Gonna be towing the front off the ground, will there be any problems with the LSD? Should I dolley the rear wheels off the ground? Goes into the shop tomorrow.

 

[XDsm]

For RWD wouldn't it better to have the rear up?

 

[project-c2]

Wouldn't the steering drift though? I was thinking about that option too.

 

[07XR808]

Why dont you just keep the wheels straight and lock the steering wheel?

 

[project-c2]

Why dont you just keep the wheels straight and lock the steering wheel?

Good point.:top:

 

[DOGSTOY06]

better yet get a drive on tow truck.flatbed tilt type.

 

[nxrunner]

Do not use a tow dolly. I hauled my X from Oklahoma to Alabama and only had the front tires on it. The steering wheel was locked and when I turned I knocked the front end out. Either lift the rear or better yet, put the entire truck on a trailer.

 

[project-c2]

Do not use a tow dolly. I hauled my X from Oklahoma to Alabama and only had the front tires on it. The steering wheel was locked and when I turned I knocked the front end out. Either lift the rear or better yet, put the entire truck on a trailer.

Oh snap!!! I guess the thing is tow from the rear wheels. Good thing my trucks not lowered yet.

 

[Stevenredx]

If at all possible get a flat bed... I wouldn't take a chance of tearing off the body kit when the tow truck drivers hits a bump or get careless

 

[DOGO X]

better yet get a drive on tow truck.flatbed tilt type.

There is no better choice! :top:

 

[ButcherCD]

Arent you supposed to remove the driveshaft for long hauls? (Flatbed it no doubt!)

 

[07XR808]

Oh snap!!! I guess the thing is tow from the rear wheels. Good thing my trucks not lowered yet.

Even if you tow from the rear dropped you shouldn't have any problems

 

[BigBuff87]

I recently got my X towed and they picked up the rear and had no probs towing!!!

 

[flyinbryan]

long distances can burn up ur tranny with the rear on the ground too trailer or flatbed always unless its just a short distance

 

[project-c2]

Thanks guys. My body shop that is working on the truck, just said •XR•XR•XR•XR it and brought a flatbed and winched it on to the flatbed. Cool. Made it to the shop in one piece.:top:

 

[flyinbryan]

:top: good to hear

 

[nxrunner]

I towed mine from Stillwater Ok. to Gulf Shores Al. No problems with the tranny. But I think I messed up the alignment, I took the key out of the ignition so the steering locked. Guess it put the front of the truck in a little stain when I had to back up or make sharp u turns. I know the dolly was suppose to pivot but it didnt do A very good job. :thumpdown: I think I will get a car hauler next time.

This is a picture of my X going through the Mobile Alabama tunnel.

 

[fbjxr]

Flatbed only!!!!! you can buy little trailers that picks up the entire truck from uhaul... call the dealer and they will tell you flatbed, i guarantee it!!

 

[project-c2]

I didn't have to pay for it, so that's the way I went.^^^^