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[MDTyree]

I'm looking for some tow dolly straps that will fit my 33x10.50 tires. I'm going on vacation next week and waited till the last minute to see if the dolly straps would work, there to small. There is a couple places local that sell them but they just say 13" to 16". They don't say anything about tire size. Does anyone know what size will work for those tires? Any help is greatly appreciated.

Mike

 

[joeyg1973]

I'm looking for some tow dolly straps that will fit my 33x10.50 tires. I'm going on vacation next week and waited till the last minute to see if the dolly straps would work, there to small. There is a couple places local that sell them but they just say 13" to 16". They don't say anything about tire size. Does anyone know what size will work for those tires? Any help is greatly appreciated.

Mike

Can't you just get 4 ratchet straps and just use the axle? Just put two pulling forward and two pulling back. That should hold it down just fine. Like this:

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That or get some rope netting cut it appropriately to fit over the tire and then use 2 ratchet straps per tires to pull down on the netting front and back.

One of the benefits of working down the docks and being a longshoreman's son is that I know how to secure anything with practically nothing.

 

[MDTyree]

Thanks that helps !

 

[mtj555]

Are you putting in on something similiar to a uhaul autotransport? If so, I have 35's on my Fj40 and used some ratchet straps in conjunction with the wheel straps that came on the dolly. I can dig up some pictures of how I did it if that is what you are using. I t..owed it from Mo to NC with no problems at all..

 

[MDTyree]

Are you putting in on something similiar to a uhaul autotransport? If so, I have 35's on my Fj40 and used some ratchet straps in conjunction with the wheel straps that came on the dolly. I can dig up some pictures of how I did it if that is what you are using. I t..owed it from Mo to NC with no problems at all..

I'm not sure what the uhaul autotransport looks like, but the dolly I'm speaking of is one that you pull your front tires on it and strap them down. I found some straps at a local trailer store and they are adjustable, so I think I'll be ok. I just had to let a little air out of the tires to get enough strap for the ratchet. One question, Do you have to tie the steering wheel in place? The tow dolly has a hydraulic cylinder on it I presume is to aid in the steering.

Thanks for the info, and some pics would be nice if it's not to much trouble.

Mike

 

[joeyg1973]

I'm not sure what the uhaul autotransport looks like, but the dolly I'm speaking of is one that you pull your front tires on it and strap them down. I found some straps at a local trailer store and they are adjustable, so I think I'll be ok. I just had to let a little air out of the tires to get enough strap for the ratchet. One question, Do you have to tie the steering wheel in place? The tow dolly has a hydraulic cylinder on it I presume is to aid in the steering.

Thanks for the info, and some pics would be nice if it's not to much trouble.

Mike

Yes you do need to tie the steering wheel in place, with LOTS of ratchet straps. The tow dolly should have a pivot point in the center where the 2 wheels go. You don't want that going on way your wheels going the other. Oh and don't even think about backing up. >1 pivot point and you just can't back up.

 

[MDTyree]

All of this is good info. I appreciate it.

 

[crushr]

Yes you do need to tie the steering wheel in place, with LOTS of ratchet straps. The tow dolly should have a pivot point in the center where the 2 wheels go. You don't want that going on way your wheels going the other. Oh and don't even think about backing up. >1 pivot point and you just can't back up.

Know-it-all Joey once again giving entirely wrong advice.

There is no reason to tie down your steering wheel - Your front tires will be securely strapped to the dolly and aren't going anywhere. Also, backing up will be difficult, mostly due to visibility issues, but certainly not impossible - a spotter is a big help.

If you are towing any distance, it's a very good idea to disconnect your rear driveshaft. Unbolt it at the rear diff (4 nuts) and strap the loose end to the frame with a ratchet strap or heavy wire.

I towed my 40 about 1000 miles with a u-haul tow dolly (2 wheel) a few yrs back. - worked fine for me.