Dolly Tow a Ford F-150 Crew cab
Question:
If a dolly can tow a 2006 ford crew cab
asked by: JOSEGUERRERO
Expert Reply:
The RoadMaster Tow Dolly # RM-2050-1 has a maximum vehicle weight of 4,250 lbs. Your 2006 Ford F-150 will weigh around 4,500lbs curb weight so while it could tow a vehicle with this dolly it could not be towed on this dolly.
Flat towing is an option for you per the owners manual. Pages 198-199 provide specific guidance as to the steps you take when flat towing your 2006 F-150 for both automatic and manual transmission models.
As for parts to use to flat tow, below is a list to get you started.
Required:
Base Plates: DM9518296
Tow Bar: DM9511012
Wiring: DM9523057
Braking System: SM99251
Brake-Lite Relay: RM-88400
Charge Line Kit: RM-156-25
High-Low Adapter:Various, see attached Help Article to determine correct rise or drop
Sentry Deflector: DM9523135
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Products Referenced in This Question
Demco Commander II Non-Binding Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Steel
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- Fits Demco Base Plates
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Roadmaster Brake-Lite Relay Kit for Towed Vehicles
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- Roadmaster
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- Hydraulic Brakes
- Demco
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Product Page this Question was Asked From
Roadmaster Tow Dolly with Electric Brakes - 4,250 lbs
- Trailers
- Tow Dolly
- Wheel Decks
- 4250 lbs
- Cars/Trucks/SUVs
- 8-1/2W x 12L Foot
- Powder Coated Steel
- Roadmaster
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