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04-05-2011, 08:37 AM
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Location: Oregon
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Classic Car Tow
Any info on towing a 56 Ford with Auto tran would be appreciated.
I am suspecting a drive line disconnect would work but am not
sure. Feedback appreciated, Jerry
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04-05-2011, 08:48 AM
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A car of that vintage i would put it on a trailer. why take the chance of using a tow dolly .im sure you have alot of $$$$$ invested in it.
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04-05-2011, 12:41 PM
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Fleetwood Owners Club Workhorse Chassis Owner
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While the trailer would be great watch your weight!
What do you plan on towing it with?
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04-05-2011, 06:23 PM
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Location: Rochester NY
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If you disconnect your driveshaft from the transmission it should be towable.
Remco could give you some insight on this. May require a manual 'remove the driveshaft' to be sure it's OK to tow.
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04-05-2011, 06:28 PM
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I'd check the weight and prefer to use a trailer to tow a vintage auto. actually, I'd find a cheaper throw down or beater car to tow.
Ken
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04-05-2011, 06:44 PM
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I've got a 57 tbird and if you have the Ford-o-Matic with the rear pump you can tow it, but I wouldn't.
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04-05-2011, 11:08 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by JohnRR
While the trailer would be great watch your weight!
What do you plan on towing it with?
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Rig is rated for 10,000 lbs
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04-06-2011, 08:19 AM
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Damon Owners Club Workhorse Chassis Owner
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I agree with you on the drive shaft disconnect, Might not be needed but play safe.
Truth be told with a car like that I think I'd go with an enclosed trailer if I have the tow capacity.. I mean,, I'd want to garage it at night in case of rain or bird droppings or some other hazard of vehicle ownership and an enclosed trailer.... That's a good plan.
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04-07-2011, 04:36 PM
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I agree use a trailer for your Ford.
I tow our Chevy HHR four-down but if one of the old Chevys is making the trip it goes on a trailer.
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