We don't sell a 2-5/16 inch hitch ball with a 3/4 inch shank, but since a tow dolly is only used for small trailer movements across a parking lot your current hitch ball should work just fine. When using a tow dolly the tongue weight alone of the trailer will keep the coupler attached to it. You do not have to use the exact same size hitch ball on a dolly. That is why frequently tow dollies will use a small sized hitch ball so that all coupler sizes can be used on them.
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Yes, the Trailer Valet XL Trailer Dolly # TVXL25 will be able to maneuver your trailer into place on the side of your lot. It has a tongue weight capacity of 1,000 lbs and gross trailer weight of 10,000 lbs so the Airstream Safari won't be a problem. Gravel can be a challenge for any dolly so I would definitely recommend putting down a board like you said to help get it over the gravel. view full answer...
The maximum grade for the Trailer Valet Remote-Controlled Trailer Dolly part # TVRVR9 is 5 degrees of incline. If it's anymore than this you'll want to use the Trailer Valet XL Trailer Dolly with Chain Drive part # TVXL2 for 2" or part # TVXL25 for 2-5/16". The low gear will work best up inclines on this model. view full answer...
You can use the trailer dolly, part #RA20, to move the pop-up camper that uses any size ball. Proper ball fit is necessary when towing, but for moving a trailer with this dolly it is not necessary. view full answer...
The Trailer Valet XL, part # TVXL25 has an auto-brake system when the steering handle is lowered.
When the steering handle is raised the drive system is engaged and you should be able to move the Valet around to position it and be able to move your trailer as needed. view full answer...
The Rack'Em Trailer Dolly, part # RA20, has a 500 lbs weight capacity, meaning that as long as your trailer's tongue weight is below 500 lbs loaded it will work fine. view full answer...
I have a solution that will help ease moving your Roadmaster Tow Dolly # RM-2050-1. The Rack'em Trailer Dolly # RA20 is designed to help move heavy trailer with ease. The dolly measures 54 inches tall from the bottom of the tires to the handle, and has a tongue weight capacity of 500 pounds.
I have attached a review video of this dolly for you. view full answer...
Yes, you can switch from the 2-5/16" hitch ball to a 2" hitch ball with the Trailer Valet XL Trailer Dolly with Chain Drive - 2-5/16" Hitch Ball - 10,000 lbs # TVXL25.
All you will need is the 2" Hitch Ball w/ Base for Trailer Valet XL Trailer Dolly # TVBB2. view full answer...
The Trailer Valet XL Trailer Dolly part # TVXL2 cannot be left installed on the trailer with the Trailer Valet XL Mounting Bracket part # TVXLMB while in tow. The dolly would need to be removed as the bracket is not made to hold this on the trailer while towing. If your tongue weight is under 500 lbs then you can use the Trailer Valet 5X Swivel Jack and Trailer Mover part # STC-V211 but otherwise you would just need to remove the Trailer Valet XL Trailer Dolly each time and store it in... view full answer...
The Trailer Valet RVR9 Remote-Controlled Trailer Dolly part # TVRVR9 is designed exclusively for bumper pull trailers. It would not be possible to use this or really design one for use on fifth wheel and gooseneck trailers. The pin/tongue weight would be in excess of even the highest rated dolly and the length from the connection to the ground would be too extreme and create stability/strength issues. The tow vehicle is really the only option for maneuvering fifth wheel trailers view full answer...
The 7-way on your motorhome already has the turn signals and brake lights combines on the same circuit like what your tow dolly is wire for as well so there would be no need for any type of adapter and you'd be able to connect directly and be good. view full answer...
When towing a front wheel drive car on a tow dolly like the RoadMaster Tow Dolly # RM-2050-1 you want to put the transmission in park, secure the wheels with the wheel nets, and be sure to have the emergency brake OFF prior to towing. You will want to check your vehicle owners manual for any specific instruction on tow dolly use. Some vehicles will require a steering wheel stabilizer like The Club Pedal-to-Wheel Vehicle Lock # WICL303RED.
If using the RoadMaster Tow Dolly like # RM-2050-1,... view full answer...
The instruction manual for the Trailer Valet XL Trailer Dolly with Chain Drive item # TVXL2 states not to use the dolly on any flat or paved incline or decline that is steeper than 10 degrees. view full answer...
I checked the online manual for your 2013 Kia Optima and didn't see anything about recreational dolly towing, only emergency dolly towing. While the manual didn't give any distance restrictions for dolly towing it is always best to confirm whether it is safe or not with a Kia dealer.
If it is okay then you simply need a tow dolly and then some lights. Tow dollies tend to have lights on them but it helps to have some extra lights to make sure people around you can tell what you are doing.
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I spoke with my contact at Trailer Valet regarding the XL Trailer Dolly # TVXL2 that you referenced. He stated that they do not recommend using an impact driver with the drill attachment. Doing this will simply emit too much torque for the socket to function properly and may even damage your drill and the dolly. You will need to use a non-impact drill to operate the dolly. view full answer...
The Rack'Em Trailer Dolly # RA20 that you referenced can move along surfaces other than flat asphalt.
The question of how hard would it be to move your trailer really has a lot to depend on the size of your trailer and the size of the person moving the trailer. Since this is something that is operated manually you need to remember that any big ruts or slopes could prove to be difficult for maneuvering if the trailer is difficult for you to pull on even ground.
It can be done, you just... view full answer...
The Roadmaster Tow Dolly with electric brakes, # RM-2050-1, also already has lights on it which is why they did not provide an additional socket for lights. It also has a 4-Way flat trailer connector with extra blue wire for the electric brakes and not a 7-Way.
Since your RV has a 7-Way, what I recommend is to change the connector on the tow dolly to a 7-Way, # PK12706, and then you can use the Hopkins mutli-tow adapter, # HM47570. This connector will allow you to plug in the 4-Way on... view full answer...
According to the owner's manual for your 2016 Kia Soul with the automatic transmission, the vehicle should be placed in N "Neutral" while being towed on a tow dolly. If you do not already have a tow dolly then the best option we have is the Roadmaster Tow Dolly part # RM-2050-1. This tow dolly has electric brakes for safety, and all of the required lighting. The only thing you will need to use this dolly is a trailer connector like part # PK12706 and a brake controller like part # 90195.
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The Roadmaster Tow Dolly with Electric Brakes - 4,250 lbs # RM-2050-1 has the ability to only slightly adjust the alignment, but not in a way similar to vehicle alignment with the camber adjustment. By design, this dolly is designed to operate with zero inch to 1/16 inch tow-in. I've attached the installation details to assist and have attached a photo of that section to help. This dolly also uses trailer tires which are built very differently than vehicle tires so they don't have the... view full answer...
Yes, the Trailer Valet XL Trailer Dolly with Chain Drive part # TVXL2 will work in gravel which has been confirmed by the manufacturer and we have even tested this ourselves. The more tightly packed the gravel the better but it will work in loose gravel as well. view full answer...
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