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Old Mar 31, 2010 | 04:27 PM
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mm good idea
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Old Mar 31, 2010 | 04:29 PM
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of course we all assume he's 4WD and I assume he's 4WD without ADD.
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Old Mar 31, 2010 | 04:35 PM
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You can drive in low on the roads just don't be locked in and do it...big difference between 4Hi and 2wd Low and 4wd Lo.
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Old Mar 31, 2010 | 05:31 PM
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you should be fine just go slow and watch your oncomming stops.I have pulled alot of stuff with my 92 22re,from round bales of hay to other tacos and all kinds of other things just take it slow and watch riding those brakes.I usually use 4lo no hubs locked.youll be fine
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Old Mar 31, 2010 | 05:35 PM
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Originally Posted by tried4x2signN
If it makes you feel any better a 1,500hp Formula 1 car wouldn't pull a Miata on a tow dollie...

So get "96hp" out of your head...

hahahaa
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Old Mar 31, 2010 | 05:37 PM
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I don't know what the tow rating on the truck is (I'm sure everyone else does), but it seems like the miata probably weighs less? I would think 2lo would be unnecessary unless he was pulling exceptionally steep grades or something.
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Old Mar 31, 2010 | 05:40 PM
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For a 92

Performance
Base Number of Cylinders: 4
Base Engine Size: 2.4 liters
Base Engine Type: Inline 4
Horsepower: 116 hp
Max Horsepower: 4800 rpm
Torque: 140 ft-lbs.
Max Torque: 2800 rpm
Maximum Payload: 1400 lbs.
Maximum Towing Capacity: 3500 lbs.
Drive Type: 4WD
Turning Circle: 43.3 ft.
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Old Mar 31, 2010 | 05:43 PM
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I towed a 92 honda all over with my blue truck. Just took er easy and didn't have a single problem
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Old Mar 31, 2010 | 05:45 PM
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Main thing to remember is that; yes you can go but you really have to watch how "attempt" to stop.
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Old Mar 31, 2010 | 09:27 PM
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u know one thought if your towing the car with out a tow dolly or a towing device u have to have someone else in the car that knows what theyre doing to watch u and keep the tow rope or chain tight but not bog your truck down and also on stops not rear end u or jerk you back.

honestly i wouldlnt do it id find a fullsize truck n a dolly or have someone else do it. too many factors that can cause issues. PLUS in some states like here in oregon u can no longer tow a car behind a truck or vehicle such as what ur explaining with out a towing aid such as a dolly.

just adding another 2 cents
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Old Mar 31, 2010 | 09:40 PM
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Fill a glass bottle with gasoline and insert a rag in the top as a fuse. Light it on fire and smash it in the Miata. Problem solved! C'mon guys....Miata...enough said!
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Old Apr 1, 2010 | 05:39 AM
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Red face

Originally Posted by MuddfreaksOffroad
u know one thought if your towing the car with out a tow dolly or a towing device u have to have someone else in the car that knows what theyre doing to watch u and keep the tow rope or chain tight but not bog your truck down and also on stops not rear end u or jerk you back.

honestly i wouldlnt do it id find a fullsize truck n a dolly or have someone else do it. too many factors that can cause issues. PLUS in some states like here in oregon u can no longer tow a car behind a truck or vehicle such as what ur explaining with out a towing aid such as a dolly.

just adding another 2 cents

I've been in the vehicle being towed like that a few times. Mostly back roads and I'll tell ya it's interesting...
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Old Apr 1, 2010 | 02:49 PM
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me to and i dont like it thats why i wont do it ... haha and i wont tow a car like that either lol no matter what
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Old Apr 2, 2010 | 07:20 AM
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Originally Posted by Lumpy
I concur...keep the hubs unlocked. Just take your time, it's not a race, let them pass.
Deleted....I am not here to argue.

Lumpy, the car that was trying to pass me was on my trailer.

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Old Apr 2, 2010 | 08:39 AM
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Well that not a good thing at all...
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Old Apr 2, 2010 | 09:03 AM
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you mean people ACTUALLY tow cars with just say a chain, thats not just a hillbilly movie stunt?
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Old Apr 2, 2010 | 09:07 AM
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From: Nashville TN. I can help you if you're close BUT NOBODY CAN HELP YOU IF YOU DON'T FILL YOUR LOCATION IN!
I've heard of ppl running the chain down a pipe so it can't roll into the tow vehicle...

But there's a lot of things I'd do before I'd get that far...

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Old Apr 2, 2010 | 09:21 AM
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I have been pulled around town with a tow strap. It works alright, you just have to be careful, and let the vehicle being towed do most of the braking when you come to a stop. It's not as safe as a tow dolly, but when you can't afford to rent one because you don't have even that much extra money, it works. No it's not a hillbilly stunt, I live right outside of Austin, TX. to the OP... don't let your buddy drive your truck. you drive it, make him to the work in the Miata. just take the corners a little wider, and drive no faster that 30 MPH, and turn your hazards on.
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Old Apr 2, 2010 | 10:16 AM
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From: Nashville TN. I can help you if you're close BUT NOBODY CAN HELP YOU IF YOU DON'T FILL YOUR LOCATION IN!
Why do I have the tow truck scene from ax men in my head

"Oh, sorry... I GOT NO BRAKES!!!"
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Old Apr 2, 2010 | 03:51 PM
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No lie! My buddy once towed my lifted 87 Silverado 3/4 ton 12 miles with his Nissan 300ZX and a tow rope! His car burned out for like 5 seconds before my truck would start moving and I think his tranny smelled funny afterwards but it worked, lol, it was fun being 16!
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