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Originally Posted by CasaLoca
First timer here, come May I expect to head from Florida to Grand Tetons with a RAV4 behind a Hurricane 31K on the Ford chassis. With the RAV, four down towing isn't an option. Now I need to make a decision between trailer or dolly. I understand that a dolly will make reverse movement almost impossible. On the other hand, the trailer options I see will put me over the weight limit.
I am told the RV can handle 500 tongue and 5000 total tow. The RAV is 3500 and trailers run 1600 to 2000 lbs. Which option will be less risk? No reverse or overweight? Will appreciate some wise advise from a old hand at this.
Chuck in the CasaLoca
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You do not mention if the RAV4 is 2WD or 4WD.
If you have the 4WD the decision may be made in that most 4WD RAV4s cannot be towed with any wheels on the ground. In this case it would require a trailer for towing. It does however depend on the year of the RAV4 and transmission. Check your owners manual.
If you have the 2WD then my recommendation is dolly for the say reason gmc mentions. Also, if you have levelling jacks you may need to disconnect the trailer before levelling whereas with a dolly unloading the car should be sufficient.
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