towing a zj with a zj
11-21-2010, 08:10 PM
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towing a zj with a zj
Can it be done? Both are v8's
just bought a new ZJ as a daily winter driver / summer toy hauler (couple atvs)
Just wondering if it would be possible to tow my trail rig with my DD rig
just bought a new ZJ as a daily winter driver / summer toy hauler (couple atvs)
Just wondering if it would be possible to tow my trail rig with my DD rig
11-22-2010, 07:02 AM
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11-22-2010, 08:04 AM
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If it has the full time t-case it can be towed using either a tow bar with all 4 tires on the ground or on a trailer to prevent t-case damage. Or remove the front drive-shaft when lifting the front as on a tow dolly. T-case in Neutral, trans in Park when being towed, unless on a trailer.
If it has the 2WD t-case it can be towed using either a tow-bar, tow-dolly, or a trailer. The trailer adds extra weight though, which adds extra braking distance.
A trans cooler is highly recommended.
If it has the 2WD t-case it can be towed using either a tow-bar, tow-dolly, or a trailer. The trailer adds extra weight though, which adds extra braking distance.
A trans cooler is highly recommended.
11-22-2010, 08:35 AM
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11-22-2010, 10:51 AM
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Oooooh well then that makes sense. Man I'm dumb.
That kind of diatance personally I would add a transmission cooler to the mix. Maybe upgrade the brakes
That kind of diatance personally I would add a transmission cooler to the mix. Maybe upgrade the brakes
11-23-2010, 09:24 PM
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ya either piggy back a second smaller cooler or get one big *** 2 row alum one. check baxter auto parts if u got one where ur at... lol
11-24-2010, 12:49 PM
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11-24-2010, 06:48 PM
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Which ever brand you decide to go with get a plate and fin style. Not a tube and fin style.
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/HDA-678/
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/BMM-70274/
Are two examples of good ones. When I do my trans build I am going with the B&M one.
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/HDA-678/
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/BMM-70274/
Are two examples of good ones. When I do my trans build I am going with the B&M one.
11-25-2010, 09:47 PM
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Which ever brand you decide to go with get a plate and fin style. Not a tube and fin style.
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/HDA-678/
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/BMM-70274/
Are two examples of good ones. When I do my trans build I am going with the B&M one.
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/HDA-678/
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/BMM-70274/
Are two examples of good ones. When I do my trans build I am going with the B&M one.
11-25-2010, 10:15 PM
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also these might help.
http://www.google.com/products/catal...d=0CCUQ8wIwAQ#
after i towed with a zj... i got a set of these to help
http://www.google.com/products/catal...d=0CCUQ8wIwAQ#
after i towed with a zj... i got a set of these to help
Last edited by odgreen; 11-25-2010 at 10:16 PM. Reason: forgot info...
