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41 messages, Last post on Nov 19, 2009 at 9:40 AM
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I have a 2000 Jeep Wrangler, manual 4wd and recently purchased a boat. Weight with trailer and boat is 3000lbs. I am trying to decide if I should get a hitch put on my jeep to tow the boat or not. I would only be towing it 10-15 miles from my house on all flat roads (I live on the coast of NC) NEVER on the hightway or on long trips. Does anyone have experience with towing a boat with a wrangler. Recommendations? How does it perform on the boat ramp (backing boat in and pulling it out)? Any help would be appreciated. Thanks
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I have a 2000 Jeep Wrangler, manual 4wd and recently purchased a boat. Weight with trailer and boat is 3000lbs. I am trying to decide if I should get a hitch put on my jeep to tow the boat or not. I would only be towing it 10-15 miles from my house on all flat roads (I live on the coast of NC) NEVER on the hightway or on long trips. Does anyone have experience with towing a boat with a wrangler. Recommendations? How does it perform on the boat ramp (backing boat in and pulling it out)? Any help would be appreciated. Thanks DC's recommendations for towing are based on wheelbase and lawyers rather than the capability of the engine, transmission, and brakes. However, while I can tell you what I do, don't take it as a recommendation. I regularly tow a little over 3K lbs, mostly on the flat, and sometimes it's a boat. As long as I make full allowance for the fact that the trailer is there, especially in the wet or in traffic, I have no problems. Boat ramps are no problem either, though it's sensible to engage 4WD even if the ramp is dry. However, one item that is essential IMHO, is a transmission cooler if you have an auto, though I know that doesn't apply to you. As an alternative to a bolt-on hitch you might want to look at a replacement bumper with an integral hitch. Costs more but doesn't compromise ground clearance so much. Finally, as with any vehicle, if you get salt water on it, get it washed down as soon as possible. |
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Replying to: hil29 (Dec 16, 2006 5:54 am)
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Replying to: rowland08 (Mar 04, 2007 8:22 pm) That would be just on the boat ramp, right? 
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Replying to: mac24 (Mar 04, 2007 9:29 pm) |
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i am a senior citizen Betty Jane) with a red 2000 Jeep Wrangler and loving it. i hope you can point me in the right direction with my problem - - Please. just buying a used sunfish sail boat(only 130 pounds) with a trailer -- but have to get a hitch on the Jeep. and i got a feeling i dont have to spend the "$300" to get a new hitch. do you have any advice - - or a contact in NY or CT . i'm in western Connecticut. Waiting to hear, BJ
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Replying to: beej3 (Apr 26, 2007 5:35 am)
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