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08-01-2015, 01:34 PM
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Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Hurricane 32N
State: Virginia
Posts: 44
THOR #2169
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Picked up a Kia Soul to tow, which trailer?
I traded my Kia Optima in for a new Soul with the thought of it being a more practical vehicle to tow. I was torn between the manual and automatic transmission. But since this will be my every daily driver too, I went with the automatic because of the added options that could be had with the automatic. So that means trailer tow.
What are the trailer recommendations and how much am I looking at to buy?
Thanks for you thoughts in advance.
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Jody
Yorktown, VA
2015 Hurricane 32N, 2015 Kia Optima, 2016 Master Tow
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08-01-2015, 03:20 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Still Looking
Model: VanLeigh Vilano 365RL
State: Florida
Posts: 257
THOR #1907
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We have the same car (Optima) and I just purchased an Acme Ez tow dolly. Should work better with the Soul than the Optima, less weight. Right now I am at the Kia dealer looking at Soul's. Can't get together on $$$$. Will tow the Optima.
http://cartowdolly.com
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Jim & Marianne Four Winds 28Z gone
2018 Ram Dually, Cummins/Aisin w/3.73
2018 VanLeigh Vilano 365RL on the road
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08-01-2015, 09:02 PM
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Site Team
Brand: Entegra
Model: Accolade 37TS
State: South Dakota
Posts: 8,782
THOR #1469
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Jody
As a fellow Virginian there are a couple of things to consider before purchasing.
1. Registration
2. Safety Inspection
3. Personal Property Taxes
Depending on the size a trailer may require all three. It will require registration and PPT.
A tow dolly requires none of the above.
Also, keep in mind if you decide to purchase a dolly, brakes are required if you decide to tow in Canada. A dolly with surge brakes does not require a brake controller installed in the coach.
Food for thought.
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Dave
US Army (Ret)
2020 Entegra Accolade 37TS
2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk (Toad)
FMCA - F432054
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08-02-2015, 02:09 AM
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Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Hurricane 32N
State: Virginia
Posts: 44
THOR #2169
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Quote:
Originally Posted by dstankov
Jody
As a fellow Virginian there are a couple of things to consider before purchasing.
1. Registration
2. Safety Inspection
3. Personal Property Taxes
Depending on the size a trailer may require all three. It will require registration and PPT.
A tow dolly requires none of the above.
Also, keep in mind if you decide to purchase a dolly, brakes are required if you decide to tow in Canada. A dolly with surge brakes does not require a brake controller installed in the coach.
Food for thought.
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Thanks Dave! I miss communicated, I was meaning a tow dolly. My mistake.
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Best Regards,
Jody
Yorktown, VA
2015 Hurricane 32N, 2015 Kia Optima, 2016 Master Tow
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08-02-2015, 11:29 AM
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Axis/Vegas Enthusiast
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Axis 24.4
State: Michigan
Posts: 9,837
THOR #1150
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I also have the Acme tow dolly. So far we've pulled our 2014 Escape with it for about 1000 miles without issue. Don't even know it's back there.
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08-02-2015, 04:58 PM
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Moderator Emeritus
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: 2011 Four Winds 28Z
State: Michigan
Posts: 1,273
THOR #531
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You may find a dolly to be more attractive as it will weigh a lot less than a trailer.
You may find you will exceed the towing capacity of your motorhome with a trailer.
Oops, sorry - just read your correction to dolly.
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08-02-2015, 06:40 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Hurricane 27K
State: Arizona
Posts: 237
THOR #2005
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Quote:
Originally Posted by wacopolumbo
I traded my Kia Optima in for a new Soul with the thought of it being a more practical vehicle to tow. I was torn between the manual and automatic transmission. But since this will be my every daily driver too, I went with the automatic because of the added options that could be had with the automatic. <snip>
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LOVE the Kia Souls!
That would be my choice when we start seriously shopping for a dingy!
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08-02-2015, 06:57 PM
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Site Team
Brand: Entegra
Model: Accolade 37TS
State: South Dakota
Posts: 8,782
THOR #1469
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Jody
I use a Master Tow 80 THDSB.
My dolly retailed for 1200.00 including spare tire and wheel (14 inch 6 ply) and surge brakes. The biggest factors in my decision were surge brakes (no need for brake controller) and the rotating bed/table (makes cornering easier) and the 80 inch bed (wide enough to tow most any front wheel drive).
The best parts were I bought it at a local RV dealer (in Ashland) and it was assembled.
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Dave
US Army (Ret)
2020 Entegra Accolade 37TS
2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk (Toad)
FMCA - F432054
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08-03-2015, 01:29 AM
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Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: A.C.E. 27.1
State: California
Posts: 58
THOR #892
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Quote:
Originally Posted by neeliec
LOVE the Kia Souls!
That would be my choice when we start seriously shopping for a dingy!
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Great little cars!: thumb:
I have used an American Car Dolly since 2007, never had ant problems..
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2015 A.C.E. 27.1
American Car Dolly
2001 Ram 1500 / 2012 Kia Soul....Go Hamsters!
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08-09-2015, 11:39 AM
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Senior Member
Brand: Still Looking
Model: VanLeigh Vilano 365RL
State: Florida
Posts: 257
THOR #1907
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My dolly arrived and I just traded the Optima for a Soul. Cannot wait to try out this combo. But alas, it is at the dealer (again) to finish the earlier warranty work.
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Jim & Marianne Four Winds 28Z gone
2018 Ram Dually, Cummins/Aisin w/3.73
2018 VanLeigh Vilano 365RL on the road
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08-09-2015, 11:44 PM
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Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Hurricane 32N
State: Virginia
Posts: 44
THOR #2169
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Quote:
Originally Posted by JRS950
My dolly arrived and I just traded the Optima for a Soul. Cannot wait to try out this combo. But alas, it is at the dealer (again) to finish the earlier warranty work.
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Congrats! I just dropped our coach off for work. I still need to buy a dolly.
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Best Regards,
Jody
Yorktown, VA
2015 Hurricane 32N, 2015 Kia Optima, 2016 Master Tow
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09-19-2015, 12:43 AM
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Senior Member
Brand: Still Looking
Model: VanLeigh Vilano 365RL
State: Florida
Posts: 257
THOR #1907
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The Acme dolly and the Soul made for a great combo. Could not even tell it was backther. Thank goodness for the backup camera. Now I need to drop my hitch so the dolly is closer to level. This setup works great.
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Jim & Marianne Four Winds 28Z gone
2018 Ram Dually, Cummins/Aisin w/3.73
2018 VanLeigh Vilano 365RL on the road
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