Hitch Installation

[Billysurf]

We need a hitch installed on an MCI 102A2 in Virginia (preferably).  Any ideas?

[Jim Eh.]

Best to mount it on the back.

[PP]

Best to mount it on the back.

Sounds like the voice of experience....

[gg04]

I always use a receiver on both ends, easier to launch boats or park trailers in tight spots. Someone should be able to post you a link to their hitch build.  Tdw

[sledhead]

this is what I put on my 102c3 . hardest part was drilling holes in the frame

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Reese-Towpower-Class-III-Multi-Fit-Hitch/1957059 



dave

[ccbmster]

this is what I put on my 102c3 . hardest part was drilling holes in the frame

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Reese-Towpower-Class-III-Multi-Fit-Hitch/1957059

dave

Did you have to make a lot of adjustments/alterations for this hitch to go on?

[sledhead]

other then the 4 holes that had to be drilled through the bus frame ( 1/2 " thick ) on each side it all was adjustable on the hitch part .
1 hour to put it together and 3 hrs for the holes

dave 

[ccbmster]

Sounds like a good way to go....although I dont think I can two my 05 Trailblazer (2 wheel drive) four down without an expensive modification to it.  Using a tow dolly and towing it backwards sounds like a PIA.

[PP]

Sounds like a good way to go....although I dont think I can two my 05 Trailblazer (2 wheel drive) four down without an expensive modification to it.  Using a tow dolly and towing it backwards sounds like a PIA.

A driveline disconnect might be worth looking into if you plan on keeping the Trailblazer for a while and see a lot of travel in your future.

[Billysurf]

Best to mount it on the back.

NICE!

[Billysurf]

I have an 2002 Ford Explorer that we want to tow on a dolly.  2 wheel drive.  Ok to do this?  Just put it in neutral and pray?

[RJ]

Sounds like a good way to go....although I don't think I can tow my 05 Trailblazer (2 wheel drive) four down without an expensive modification to it.  Using a tow dolly and towing it backwards sounds like a PIA.

I have an 2002 Ford Explorer that we want to tow on a dolly.  2 wheel drive.  Ok to do this?  Just put it in neutral and pray?

Best to find a copy of the owner's manual for your vehicle and see what it says about flat-towing.  Most manuals are available on-line if you don't already have one.

Trailer Life magazine publishes a towing guide annually, as does FMCA - usually in the Jan/Feb/Mar issue.

Towing backwards on a tow dolly is not recommended for safety reasons.

Do your homework before you end up with an expensive repair.

FWIW & HTH. . .

[luvrbus]

No you are right the 2WD Trailblazer cannot be towed 4 wheels down,If you can find the info on the Escapees board most of those people use a flood system inexpensive to build just a recovery tank and a couple of valves.
They overfill the transmission to tow then start the engine and pump the excess fluid into the tank when ready to drive the vehicle it works a lot of people use the system on the 4L60E transmissions which you have,The Ramco pump or disconnect are good to but expensive,tow dollies are fine for front wheel drive but not for rear wheel drive.I would prefer a 2 axle car hauler trailer over the dolly for safety if you go that route but they are pain to deal with when parked     

[bevans6]

You can always just put it in neutral and let the engine idle while you tow it.  Works fine, keeps the transmission lubed, but I never actually tried it - too chicken worrying about "what-if's"...

[luvrbus]

You can always just put it in neutral and let the engine idle while you tow it.  Works fine, keeps the transmission lubed, but I never actually tried it - too chicken worrying about "what-if's"...

I did that on our Lexus for a couple of trips the friggn headlights coming on at dark was my problem, then I bought a Jeep hook and go