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Old May 27, 2010 | 03:43 PM
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Default 92 Cherokee towing cross country...bad idea?

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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Old May 27, 2010 | 03:48 PM
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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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Old May 27, 2010 | 03:51 PM
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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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Old May 27, 2010 | 05:22 PM
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Originally Posted by no rdplz
.........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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Old May 27, 2010 | 05:33 PM
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but with the few things you said your hauling, you will be fine with your jeep
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Old Jun 2, 2010 | 12:22 PM
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Made it home!!! No problems...thanks for the help and you too XJ
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