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Old 06-06-2010, 07:51 PM
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i seen a few cars being towed to the track using a tow bar..anyone here use one? is it safe to flat tow (with all 4 wheels down) & can it cause any harm on the tranny??
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i dont see how it would hurt the tranny if its gonna be in neutral when towed.
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i used to tow my car that way and had no issues at all.. it was way easier faster than a tow dolly.. just make sure you dont forget to leave the key in the ignition so the steering will be unlocked.. also, one thing that i had trouble with was reversing; i don't think its possible
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ive done it a few times its works but its not for me anymore
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does the car you are pulling have to be insured?
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Default Re: using a tow-bar to get ur car to the track

Originally Posted by Poootie
does the car you are pulling have to be insured?
Dont quote me, but i think the car does have to be insured?! which isnt a problem for me since my car is still insured....
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Ive used to tow with a tow bar and it was a lot of work mounting in and removing it at the track. I was told that the tow bar is not legal for use on the highways. I used to carry a copy of the cars title jic I got pulled over b/c I had no license plates on the car.
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if any of the car touches the ground (at least in WV) the car has to be insured and have working lights and a plate....
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How do you guys mount your tow bars?
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