Can I Dolly Tow a 2000 Jeep TJ Wrangler
Question:
Can I tow my 2000 jeep wrangler with manual transmission on a tow dolly?
asked by: John S
Expert Reply:
From what I was able to find in the owner's manual of the 2000 Jeep TJ Wrangler, you're not supposed to tow the vehicle on a tow dolly that leaves only 2 wheels on the ground (I do believe it's because of the transfer case). You can either flat tow the vehicle or tow it on a trailer/dolly that keeps all 4 wheels off the ground. In order to flat tow your TJ you'll need base plates, a tow bar, tow bar wiring, safety cables, supplemental braking and in most cases, a high/low adapter. I've gone ahead and added a quick list of the parts I recommend for you to accomplish this if you've got the U-channel bumper.
Base Plates: Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # RM-521424-4
Tow Bar: Roadmaster Falcon All-Terrain Tow Bar # RM-522
Tow Bar Wiring: Roadmaster Combo Wiring Kit with Cover # RM-9243-1
Braking System Blue Ox Patriot Portable Supplemental Braking # BLU37TR
Brake-Lite Relay: # RM-88400
We actually have an entire article devoted to flat towing the Jeep TJ since it's such a popular choice, so I've linked that. In there you'll find the ability to choose the parts you need if you've got a different bumper on your TJ or would like to see what other options are available. I've also linked some review videos of the parts listed above.
Products Referenced in This Question
Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Falcon All-Terrain Tow Bar - Non-Binding - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Steel
- 6000 lbs
- Fits Roadmaster Base Plates - Crossbar
- Fits Roadmaster Base Plates - Direct Connect
- Stores on RV
- Non-Binding
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Brake-Lite Relay Kit for Towed Vehicles
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Light Relay
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Accessory Kit for Falcon Tow Bars - Tail Light Wiring - Safety Cables - Lock Set
- Accessories and Parts
- Tow Bar
- Accessories Kit
- Falcon 2
- Falcon All Terrain
- Roadmaster
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Blue Ox Patriot Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- Recurring Set-Up
- Portable System
- Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Air Brakes
- Air Over Hydraulic Brakes
- Hydraulic Brakes
- Blue Ox
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