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Old 05-27-2010, 03:43 PM
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I have a 92 Cherokee and am renting a small 4x8 enclosed trailer to take a set of wheels and tires along with a bed and a few other small things from Florida to Michigan. I was just looking for some input on things I should look out for or any safety precautions I can take to not destroy my transmission or anything else along the way. Thanks
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1. tranny cooler.
2. don't exceed 4,000lbs. XJ's are rated for 5,000 pounds but you're better off staying below that.
3. Proper tire pressure on the XJ and trailer.
4. Keep your safety chains crossed at all times.
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forget the trailer and tow another xj behind you LOL....... I would check the fluid make sure its at the proper level, flush the cooling system
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.........2. don't exceed 4,000lbs. XJ's are rated for 5,000 pounds but you're better off staying below that.........
5000lbs IF it's equipped with the optional factory installed tow package, IIRC.
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but with the few things you said your hauling, you will be fine with your jeep
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Made it home!!! No problems...thanks for the help and you too XJ
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