Re: [ihc] Towing Tips reminders needed!

[bearbvd@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx (Greg Hermann)]

At 5:54 PM 11/13/03, Joseph Shaw, II wrote:
>Okay, I am taking off this weekend to go about 600-700 miles and pick up a
>non-runner Scout.  I will be towing it home on one of those tow dollies that
>lifts two wheels off the ground and leaves two on the ground.  I am looking
>for the general advice/knowledge of this list as far as which way is best to
>tow it this long of a distance.
>
>Should I put the rear tires on the dolly and tow backwards, or put the fronts
>on and tow it forwards?  Also, in either application, was the conclusion
>reached that the driveshafts SHOULD or SHOULD NOT be removed?
>
>As far as the vitals, it is a Scout 800 ('68, I think) body, but is planted on
>a '77 frame with a diesel and, I think, most of the driveline from the diesel.
>It has an auto tranny, I believe he said Dana 30 axles (both?) and I think
>that is all that should matter for this question.
>
>Anyway, I am getting ready to check the BinderBulletin FAQ, but thought that
>if there is any pertinent advice to this particular set-up, I would see in
>case something is different because it is a hybrid!
>
>Thanks!
>
>Michael

Either front in the air and rear driveshaft removed or rear in the air,
hubs dialed to 2x4, and steering locked straight ahead.

Greg