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How to Use a Tow Bar on Any Vehicle and Why It Works , Why Towing a Vehicle Will Not Crash and burn!
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I hardly doubt the people that can’t seem to watch the whole video will read the description but I’m gonna, Say it again even though I do not like repeating myself. This is not a lifestyle……. You must switch your transfer case into neutral if you are towing an all wheel drive vehicle. Or put the vehicle in neutral….
If you have a switch that allows you to disengage the Transfer case you need to put it neutral, If you were towing for great distances you need to have your driveshaft removed or You need a differential disengagement installed. someone that didn’t watch the WHOLE Video needed to make sure that they told me…. If the transmission is working properly it should be fine to tow the vehicle up to 100 miles but I can’t guarantee that it won’t hurt your transmission.. Like Some of us didn’t already know…….. Thank you person I’m going to leave nameless…
Today we're going to talk about how to use a tow bar, and why this tow bar method can work for just about any vehicle EXCEPT RV TOWING. Using a tow bar is quite easy , but I'd like to explain how and why it works.
So in this video we are picking up a new project for the show called the Yeti Jeep And I thought this would be a good opportunity to show people how I use a Tow bar. And why you could use it on just about ANY type of vehicle. I also explain to you why this tow bar method works and show you that you can tow your car or truck by yourself without buying expensive brackets if you’re only towing it once or twice. This is not a lifestyle though if you’re towing it behind an RV you need to get the correct brackets specifically made and designed for the model that you’re towing but if you’re doing it once or twice I’m sure this will service.
I did not give a visual description on how to place the brackets on different models if they have a curved bumper but if you think about it just put some washers behind the bracket and make sure the bracket is pointed somewhat straight and you’ll be able to hook up the bracket to anything once you remove the bumper cover removing the bumper covers on different makes and models is usually very very similar and rather easy.
Hope you enjoy the video and it gives you more confidence that you will be successful and able to get whatever’s broke down to the place you need to go God bless and enjoy the video
00:00 - 1:18 What this Tow Bar Method Works On
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02:20 - 17:00 Tow Bar Hook up and Why it works!
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@henrytaylor3049 2 жыл бұрын
I love the way you said, if someone else can do it. You can too. My Dad always said that. People should have that aditude more these days. Self reliance is the best gift my Dad ever gave me.👍💪🤙
@sharpcarco 2 жыл бұрын
Exactly Henry it’s even printed on all of my merchandise that I don’t sell to the public…. I truly believe it but there’s a lot of things that are inspiring and empowering that I use in my videos every time I get a chance so just about every video……. Anyways thank you very much welcome to the channel were absolutely excited to have folks like you on board
@ashzole 2 жыл бұрын
I was inspired by the Gap commercial. The Gap tune that went, "Everything I can DO, You can DO better. You can do everything better than me." :-d
@RGIIIBOXING Жыл бұрын
Just keep in mind the cheapest way of doing something is not always the best way to go" ....
@melodydow8729 Жыл бұрын
Does the front bumper absolutely have to be removed, damn that's more work and I'm trying to tow my dodge Dakota as easy as possible
@Lovingmemory2024 7 ай бұрын
My first step dad always had me watch him work on his projects... he never specifically showed me HOW to do anything but always told me that if it could be done by hand he could do it, and if he could do it, I could do it too.
@The_Dark_Angel_666 11 ай бұрын
This is an absolutely outstanding video. Friday I have to tow a 3500 lb truck with a 4000 lb truck, and have been calling U-Haul and all kinds of companies trying to rent a tow dolly and they are trying to get me to rent a truck from them saying the tow dolly is not sufficient enough to pull it. It. I looked up tow bars, all kinds of other things. And came across this video when I searched how to connect the tow bar to my truck. Due to your amazing comments about President Trump and how you didn't like him at first. But you did like to feed your family, I am now subscribing. Not only was this a very helpful video for what I needed it for, but I'm a hands-on kind of gal. So this is not intimidating for me at all. Thank you so much for all the information!!! You look forward to seeing many more videos.. EDIT: Shared this on my FB to get you more subs!! Keep up the great work on educating others how to do things themselves and not just pay someone else to do it.. I love learning new things and saving money in the process
@arturotorres6437 Жыл бұрын
Driving 6 hours to Mexico for the holidays , I always see a lot of cars in-tow and impressed that they have 2-3 cars all hooked to each other. I am interested in just towing 1 to take over to Mexico, about 365 miles. This video is super helpful!
@sharpcarco Жыл бұрын
Glad to hear you enjoyed it!
@1987FX16 4 ай бұрын
Around here we call those "Mexican Trains" you see them everyday after 5PM on 65 going southbound. Saw two that impressed me the other day, a V6 Camero flat towing 8000lbs worth of 2 Dodge caravans. And a Dodge caravan towing 2 more dodge caravans behind it, that's 12,000 lbs train with brakes rated for 5500 lbs GVWR. Smdh The state troopers LOVE to see those rolling through their country. lol
@colorocko1 4 ай бұрын
Appreciate the old school style of using common sense and getting it done without paying an arm and a leg. Thanks.
@barnybrewman1571 2 жыл бұрын
Great video, man. I bought a new tow bar 15 years ago and never had the courage or need to use it, but I sold my car trailer and now have to tow my small tractor about 15 miles. You have given the the knowledge and confidence to bolt it on and give her a go, at slow speed, anyways. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.
@sharpcarco 2 жыл бұрын
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@chaygoods Ай бұрын
Takes too long. No thx. Ain't nobody removing covers.. thx tho.
@jeffreystroman2811 Жыл бұрын
About 20 years ago i towed a 1970 VW bus using a tow bar, with a 1971 VW bus. Worked like a charm, i would like to apologize to the woman whose front yard i had to use to get on the turnpike after missing the entrance. You can't make as tight a turn as you would without being connected via towbar.
@stevejanejamesjassteph5903 5 ай бұрын
Reminded me of that saying, Who dares wins! Think about stuff, do some research and surprise yourself. I always investigate to see if I can do more myself, pray about it & it is rewarding & gets us more confidence
@davidmiller1151 Жыл бұрын
I used a fence post with a 2" trailer hitch from harbor freight and towed my 89 honda accord 2,300 acrost the US with my VW golf VR6 .It worked perfectly. key in and battery disconnect
@garyuselman8597 Жыл бұрын
I would like to see that ! Was it a steel or wood fence post ? How did you attach it to the car chains and turn buckle ?
@Shellyspurr Жыл бұрын
I have a 96 accord and they don't come with a metal bumper
@YerBrwnDogAteMyRabit 10 ай бұрын
That's pretty much exactly what I'm working with: a VR Jetta and a '91 Accord. Good know, thanks for the details.
@YerBrwnDogAteMyRabit 10 ай бұрын
@@ShellyspurrSure they do. The bumper itself is steel, but you have to remove the exterior plastic bumper cover to get to it. The bumper cover typically has a Styrofoam inner core that stays in the cover as well. You need to remove the plastic cover from pretty much every bumper to use a tow bar and bolt the brackets to the metal.
@Shellyspurr 10 ай бұрын
@@YerBrwnDogAteMyRabit not this car, my Charger has what you're describing, but the accord is a composite bumper. I drilled through it.
@AdventureAbeona 7 ай бұрын
Great stuff. I actually towed a crown Victoria about 5 years back with one of these and mounted the tow bar attachments under the bumper and accidentally totaled my crown Victoria. It ripped off during a turn and flew into a ditch and it was a slow turn so naturally I’ve been skeptical. But this video made me pretty confident in towing again. Thank you!
@capt.morgan8975 2 жыл бұрын
You have answered all my questions about tow bars, thank you very much! I wish you much success!!
@sharpcarco 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you captain , welcome to the channel We’re very happy to have folks like you on board
@louisb.6149 Жыл бұрын
“You’re probably smarter than the ones who made it” hit me really hard. Because I remember taking apart my radio once and it was so goddamn messy and cheaply thrown together, now I have a beautiful touchscreen with amazing speakers and microphones. It’s. Nice. Pretty crazy when you really do think about all the things people put into their cars just because car makers aren’t the most foreword thinking individuals lol
@averyalexander2303 Жыл бұрын
Outstanding video, you explained everything very well! Last year I flat towed my 04 Civic 600 miles with my 05 Civic using a Harbor Freight tow bar on its bumper bar like you showed and magnetic lights on the back and it worked great other than the towed car trying to wander around because its steering and suspension was in bad shape at the time. I'm sure now that I rebuilt the 04's steering and suspension and it drives correctly it would tow well if I ever need to tow it again.
@sharpcarco Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much for the kind words Avery welcome to the channel. Happy to have you.
@EmeyMendez 2 жыл бұрын
I found this video really helpful. I have to pull my toyota camry from California to Kentucky, and I've seen people pulling cars, but I had no idea how to install it. Thank you so much for the really detailed explanation amigo.
@sharpcarco 2 жыл бұрын
You’re welcome my friend thank you for the kind words and welcome to the channel we’re very happy to have folks like you here
@davidtayloromara 3 ай бұрын
I just got a tow bar from vevor and a few things in the instructions worth taking note of are.. --Some vehicles with power steering may “follow” better with the engine idling. --When making turns begin by rolling straight forward, then turn the wheel. --Do not back up with the vehicle in tow.
@BHZchowChow 10 ай бұрын
I'm turning my 2002 s-10 into a towable camper and had no clue on how to use a tow bar. Thanks to you I'll finally be able to start this project. I plan on gutting the engine bay and interior for storage so I don't think weight is going to be an issue. Thank you for the explanation. Just wish i would have seen this sooner.
@candicanejane1146 19 күн бұрын
I gave you a thumbs up when you said we believe if anybody can do it, you can too 😂🎯❤️
@RD-xh9ss 2 жыл бұрын
Nice job Clay. I was thinking of getting a tow bar. Now that I know I can make it work, I will get one. Great explanation about AWD and 4x4 issues on tow dolls. Did not know that. Tow bat is the way to go. Thx. 👍👊
@sharpcarco 2 жыл бұрын
Well thank you R2 D2….. I have been a fan of yours for decades…. Welcome to the channel please inform me when the death star is near completion again thank you very much!!!
@tonycavez Жыл бұрын
about 10 years ago my VW golf snapped the T belt and cost me 350 to tow it home that pissed me off so i thought i have to build a tow bar , i bought a tow bar like that from harbor freight plus I extended it with square tubing and a flat stock piece welded to extend out at the end to sit above the control arms then bolted steel chain at the end of the square tube , bolted 2 3500 pound straps to each arm i loop the chains around the control arm and hook the straps to the chains , and off I go in 10 minutes, not only have i saved a lot of money since I also made some
@joshuaespinoza6331 7 ай бұрын
Just looking at you and your confidence I can tell you know your stuff. All you old skool cats do! I grew up in the 80's and I always hung out with the older generation. They're alot smarter and wise. Just like my grandfather. I'm definitely subscribing. I truly appreciate you brother! Thank you for spreading the love and teaching us your wisdom. 🙏 Happy New Year!!
@joshuaespinoza6331 7 ай бұрын
By the way, I love your model cars in background. I was just thinking about getting back into building and painting those again as a hobby. Sweet.
@thesecretsanctuaryfarm Ай бұрын
I really enjoyed your video. I like your sense of humor. You’re a lot like I am. How hard could it really be? Let’s just try it. I’m gonna put one on a jeep grand Cherokee 2004. I have tow lots of wranglers. But never cheap grand Cherokee with a plastic bumper. I’m going to use the multitool to cut out a rectangle through the plastic bumper cover. Thanks for the video.
@simonjlea Жыл бұрын
Thank you Clay, you seem to be the only one explaining how this will work I hope you have saved me a lot of stress :~)
@sharpcarco Жыл бұрын
Yes, thank you I certainly did the best I could to try to make it seem simple and understandable. I watched a couple of other videos before I made this one. That’s not normally what I do I generally just make what I think needs to be made but in this situation, I didn’t see anybody explain why the vehicle just doesn’t go crazy so that was kind of the highlight of this video and I also wanted to show people that there’s cost effective ways of towing your vehicle. So I appreciate the kind words and I hope it all works out for you well.
@jacobgale9213 2 жыл бұрын
I watched you video and towed my 92 k2500 home I appreciate the detailed information you give thank you very much
@thomasgrace7687 Жыл бұрын
Love this guy's simple approach and common sense ways!!!
@nikolaarutyunov1808 6 ай бұрын
Dude I appreciate you for real,I will need this life hack tomorrow
@natekimbell6222 Жыл бұрын
New to tow bars just wanted to say thanks. I'm pulling a 2wd van and was gonna pull the driveshaft until I watched this
@sharpcarco Жыл бұрын
If you can pull the driveshaft I would recommend it sorry I just seen this post
@natekimbell6222 Жыл бұрын
@@sharpcarco I routinely check the rear end to see if it was getting hot and it wasn't it wasn't even getting up to regular temperature. The transmission wasn't either
@quintenmanga 4 ай бұрын
You actually explained this. Thanks
@user-ev8tv1qe1z 6 ай бұрын
thanks Clay
@spiritualwartv 5 ай бұрын
Like this guy attitude lights up. The room
@Braaaptor 6 ай бұрын
First video ever and I love this dude :)
@sharpcarco 6 ай бұрын
Well, first time I’ve read your name I love that as well… thank you for the kind humbling words
@joema7886 Жыл бұрын
Very well explained. Thank you for taking the time to put all this together
@raysoucie489 Жыл бұрын
Love your sense of Humor
@sharpcarco Жыл бұрын
Thank you very very much
@Andrewj2152 Жыл бұрын
Very good video, I’m going to go purchase one in a few days. I just had to have my 04 grandmarquis towed 52 miles it was 408$!!! This would have saved a lot of time and money.
@sharpcarco Жыл бұрын
The cost of towing is outrageous. Hopefully this helps you in the future if you're ever in that situation again! Thank you for the kind words
@tonycavez Жыл бұрын
look at my comment
@rodgraham8688 10 ай бұрын
Any suggestions on a braking system for the towed vehicle?
@user-ox6zg9it4w 2 жыл бұрын
Love your video you are amazing exactly the information I was 👀 for .Buying one for my husband to move a car out of town now I’m confident that it will work awesome!
@sharpcarco Жыл бұрын
I hope it worked out! Thanks so much for the kind words!
@user-ox6zg9it4w Жыл бұрын
@@sharpcarco it did! & You're welcome!
@sharpcarco Жыл бұрын
Dude, that is so so freaking awesome. I mean completely awesome.!!!
@tre57production 2 ай бұрын
Great video
@ChurchieShed Жыл бұрын
This helps a lot! Great demonstration of the steering wheel.
@sharpcarco Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much. I felt like that was a very necessary part of this video probably the most important part of the video as far as I was concerned.
@tvk-9cop 2 жыл бұрын
You answered my question. I was gonna pull my 2007 mercury mariner but I didn’t know if the car would steer itself or not.
@sharpcarco 2 жыл бұрын
Yeah that was really truly my question so that’s why I spent time on that portion of the video because I figured that was a lot of peoples question
@Acuna_Racing2022 3 ай бұрын
is the better video i saw this day
@bLackmarketRadio 2 жыл бұрын
As a fellow Clay and fix it guy, you have a new subscriber.
@sharpcarco 2 жыл бұрын
Freaking awesome!!!! We should someday all get together and have a clay convention lol I don’t know why but it’s always weird to me when I meet somebody else named Clay…. I don’t know why it makes me so happy welcome to the channel we’re very happy to have you!!!
@kcscott639 10 ай бұрын
Hey just wanted to thank you. 20 years mechanic work, also buying selling trading cars. Constantly towing them all sorts of crazy ways Never used a tow bar, never told how they work all these years, I thought this was how they worked but wanted to be sure just because I was curious. Sorry I only watched a few minutes of the video but it isn't rocket scienevealthoughim sure there a re many people who used the great amount of info you put out there for us. I subscribed to your channel though, you have a mentality like me, if someone else made it you can probably make it better lol.
@PhantomMark Жыл бұрын
The reason it follows is because of the suspension geometry and something called "Castor" angle, like a shopping trolley the wheels always trail because of the castor angle.
@jamiewinkler5732 4 ай бұрын
Good stuff guy appreciate the video
@AngelGarcia-pv7gc 6 ай бұрын
I was a little confused on the all wheel drive part . So what your saying is that it’s safe to use the tow bar on it as long as it’s on neutral
@sharpcarco 6 ай бұрын
Well, as long as the very short distance, and all four wheels are on the ground like in my situation, everything should be a neutral. The only problem is that the transmission pump does not pump unless the engine is not running so whenever possible it’s always best to remove the driveshaft if possible.. and especially if you’re going to great distance, I would say if you’re going any further than 20 or 30 miles it’s better to flatbed it or use a wheel dolly with wheel dollies on the back
@Daryl-S 6 ай бұрын
Thank you very informative!
@tinker0000 7 ай бұрын
Yes the chains are supposed to go to to the sides with U-bolts on that bar. They're also supposed to be underneath to catch the towbar and keep it from digging into the ground if it separates.
@therealtinmanable 2 жыл бұрын
Great video. I really like your narrative.
@sharpcarco 2 жыл бұрын
Well thank you very very much I greatly appreciate it when folks take the time to tell me things like that. I definitely try to make my videos better and better as I go further and further Welcome to the channel we’re very happy to have folks like you here
@Bwanar1 Жыл бұрын
You could have gotten a different hitch that was level pretty cheap from harbor freight. Also not near as concerned about pulling something as I am stopping it. Back roads and slow speeds may get it, but no place to be on the highway, especially in traffic when you have to make a hard unexpected stop to avoid rear ending someone. Have you checked to see if this is covered by your insurance?
@lasaventurasdemanda7713 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing your knowledge
@sharpcarco 2 жыл бұрын
Well thank you for the kind words and welcome to the channel
@jorgemora7190 7 ай бұрын
Hi clay way you are great good job l goin to try too ok thakns time from Los Angeles
@tomaskey6844 Жыл бұрын
Ordered a Miller 110 welder($625) and a surge brake actuator($400). Steel estimate @ $400. Going to build my own tow bar! Couldn’t find what I wanted at a price I liked to tow an 8000# motor home. After this trip the tow bar will turn into a trailer to be used behind the motor home. Going to hook the surge brake actuator to the motor home trailer brakes.
@sharpcarco Жыл бұрын
Any updates on your custom tow bar? Sounds pretty sweet!
@tomaskey6844 Жыл бұрын
@@sharpcarco decided my van would not be able to tow the motor home over the mountains so the project is on hold for a few months. I’ll go back this summer and try again.
@kat8838 Жыл бұрын
I love towing! Miss it badly.
@mikeeilbes3645 5 ай бұрын
Just stumbled across your channel, think like me, do it yourself. One thing, for the safety of everyone else on the road, a safety chain from the jeep to the tow vehicle is mandatory. Your loose bolts proved it. And tape the hooks on the chain so they can't jump off.
@ydtoonice1450 Жыл бұрын
Started seeing these on the interstate it was crazy to me lol that I was by the port of entry in New Mexico lol
@brucelions8296 11 ай бұрын
Love the video, Very Helpful. Thank you
@Nightquil71969 Ай бұрын
Good video, I'm towing a 98 gmc with a 2006 chevy silverado both are 4x4 to Kentucky from Arkansas in about 2 weeks what advice could you give me
@sharpcarco Ай бұрын
Remove the rear driveshaft and the front driveshaft And if you want some Economy in your tow rig Buy a hydrogen generator hook it up and fill it for You Tube
@johnmyers6054 11 ай бұрын
Great video thanks
@timstirdahl1907 2 жыл бұрын
I’ll see if I can do it 😫 I have a o1 mustang im going to tow from California to Florida. Using a Mazda 5 to pull. I’m worried because I have 0 mechanical skills, so I’m using your video to a t. I have a week to figure everything out. Thanks for the video
@sharpcarco 2 жыл бұрын
In that situation you have to remove the rear driveshaft
@noearias2006 11 ай бұрын
❤THANK YOU FOR YOUR VIDEO. OPEN MY MIND A LITTLE BIT MORE🇺🇸
@garrettborrow2438 2 жыл бұрын
nailed the video great work!
@sharpcarco Жыл бұрын
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it!
@Ratchet-strap-Garage Жыл бұрын
I sure hope my 2000 4x4 s10 blazer will handle pulling a 1987 s10 4x4. Just bought an old blue ox tow bar set up. Planning to mount it to the front of the frame where the tow hooks mounth.
@sharpcarco Жыл бұрын
How did it turn out?
@Ratchet-strap-Garage Жыл бұрын
@@sharpcarco life happened and I didn't get the 1987 s10. I did manage to find a cheap tow bar set up . $10 . Couldnt beat it. I also found a Uhaul hitch in the Upull. Paid $40 for it. I did pick up a project car hauler trailer, not sure if I'll keep it . Either way whenever I run across something else , ill have the stuff to haul it.or tow it.
@jesse1136 Жыл бұрын
Your remark about the owner's manual telling us not to drink battery acid as opposed as how to set timing cracked me up and made me sad at the same time. Thanks for the instructional video.
@sharpcarco Жыл бұрын
Genuinely laughing out loud I forget about some of the stuff I say in my videos so when people comment on them I’m like what are they talking about? Unfortunately I don’t have the time to go back and watch all of my videos when they say stuff but I specifically remember saying that because it’s true. You are definitely not the only one that gets sad about that. It’s actually very sad to say. …. Welcome to the channel Jesse very happy to have you not all of them are as good as this one but I keep trying….
@jesse1136 Жыл бұрын
@@sharpcarco you earned my subscription, and I'll definitely be checking out your other videos as well.
@sharpcarco Жыл бұрын
Well, you will definitely find the hidden agenda behind my videos… either useful or a reminder of what we should all pass along to the rest of humanity.. it’s hard to put morals and values into a video when the subject matter is not about that but that’s really the reason that I make videos You’ll find phrases like “don’t be the next, then be the first of you “ “Life is not about the legacy we live. It’s the one we lead others to follow. “ things like that I always have hidden meanings in my videos, even if somebody doesn’t actually get them.
@alexthetrucker8168 Жыл бұрын
straigth to the point....excelent vijeo boss
@sharpcarco Жыл бұрын
Thanks Alex that’s really cool of you to say welcome to the channel were very happy to have you
@andrewchristiansen8311 Жыл бұрын
You made me laugh numerous times. If you wanna help these guys out, watch the first 9 seconds of the ads & they get paid more. 10:07 LOL I point @ people & say "You're why I have to show ID to buy laundry detergent." Good content, Subscribed from Detroit. Oh that's why I like you, You're a Michigander too! If ya need a solid employee who can weld, been around peterbilts & builds 3D printers lmk.
@sharpcarco Жыл бұрын
Thanks Andrew happy to have you glad I could make you laugh. I appreciate it. I’ll try, but sometimes my jokes miss.
@sunilbhagat3371 27 күн бұрын
Thanks!
@sharpcarco 27 күн бұрын
That is so freaking awesome dude I’ve never had anybody do that before. Thank you very very much. Welcome to the Channell so extremely happy to have you.
@kennysylvia773 Жыл бұрын
how would this work on a 2011 chevy impala tthanks for the good work
@sharpcarco Жыл бұрын
The same way you were just remove the front bumper cover
@Joespower 6 ай бұрын
So questions: if I have an offload bumper with clevis mounts for d rings, why couldn't I just use those to hook up? Would I really still have to drill and mount the brackets from a kit? Also, can I safely flat tow a 4x4 Jeep Xj with a 5 speed manual?
@hortenseplaceg9740 Ай бұрын
My 1958 Volvo has very thin front bumper, unlike modern cars/trucks which has thick 5 mph bumpers! Please advise.
@seanyounk1 4 ай бұрын
Thank you.
@thelogicallunatic6004 Жыл бұрын
For a truck with a thin chromed bumper, would you suggest removing the bumper and trying to just use the supports or something else??
@sharpcarco Жыл бұрын
Yes, absolutely
@xgtmg 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for making this video. I probably would have drilled right through the plastic to mount the tow bar. But taking off the cover makes good sense so you can see the best place to mount the bar.
@sharpcarco 2 жыл бұрын
Well thanks Michael for taking the time to write that message I’m glad it helped you welcome to the channel and we’re very happy to have you.
@averyalexander2303 Жыл бұрын
That is the most ridiculous comment I saw all day. The plastic cover most definitely will not hold up to the stress of pulling the car by it, you almost certainly won't be able to get the nut on the back of the metal bar with the cover on, you could easily damage things behind the cover by blindly drilling into it, and having plastic and likely foam between the tow bar's brackets and the metal bar would be extremely dangerous since it's so soft. If it squishes down as you drive, the nuts will come loose. Towing is not the place to be lazy or shortcut things to your convenience.
@westernwashingtonhistory1889 Жыл бұрын
@@averyalexander2303 you are rude. There is always one and you are it.
@fordmuscleluis9710 Жыл бұрын
Good video on how to tow a vehicle with a tow bar very easy bro
@robinpesencie2981 9 ай бұрын
Hi thanks for your videos.Can I tow a 2008 Jeep Cherokee KK Sport with an automatic transmission with an A frame unit.
@annavergara401 2 жыл бұрын
cool thanks for the info
@alexanderberry3199 Жыл бұрын
great video! educational and fun
@sharpcarco Жыл бұрын
Thanks Alexander welcome to the channel. Happy to have you.
@user-lt9fm3bo3z 7 ай бұрын
I'm not going to lie here I feel a little nervous towing a chevy suburban here from the Texas panhandle back to Dallas it's about a six and half hour drive back home here I'm using a 2002 chevy silverado to tow a 2003 chevy suburban here will it work out here .
@RigoCorrea-dx8bx 10 ай бұрын
I need to tow a 2011 equinox from Michigan to Mexico. But I don't know what drive shaft to remove so the transmission or parts don't burn or mess up. It's all wheel drive
@sharpcarco 10 ай бұрын
Do you need to remove the CV axles? The ones that are connected to the front wheels
@RigoCorrea-dx8bx 10 ай бұрын
I removed the driveshaft the long one that goes from the front to the back of the vehicle
@Ronjovi77 Жыл бұрын
Good on newer vehicles, but can I bolt the brackets to the bumper on my 1966 ford Ranchero?
@sharpcarco Жыл бұрын
Well, that’s where you gotta use your head a little bit and figure out if it’s strong enough
@jjr197400 2 жыл бұрын
Great video. I have a trailer but I can see myself using my tow bar more often now
@garyuselman8597 Жыл бұрын
I didn’t get the part about the transmission being lubricated when the engine is not running I thought you had to be a battery operated transmission pump or certain vehicles had special electronic apps to circumvent that?
@sharpcarco Жыл бұрын
When the engine runs the transmission pump runs pumping fluid to the critical parts of the transmission When you’re towing a vehicle, even when the vehicles in neutral parts of the transmission are still spinning on the inside But they’re not getting lubricated properly That’s why it’s best to remove the driveshafts, so the transmission internals are not spinning . In this video, I did not do any of that. I pulled it with everything spinning on the insides of the transmission which are not good for transmission. However, I did put it in neutral, and it didn’t seem to have an effect, but I can’t guarantee that it won’t in your situation Point of the video is that you can cost-effectively tow a vehicle anywhere without a tow truck and the other point of the video is to show you how the vehicle turns when you’re using a tow bar
@apaulothegreat1581 Жыл бұрын
Hey that was a great video thank you. Do the tires and wheels turn the correct way when you're backing it up or is it possible. Is this possible with 2 tractor trucks.
@sharpcarco Жыл бұрын
In the south, I see people do it all the time it is the craziest thing I’ve ever seen somebody pulling two vehicles with one seems pretty dangerous to me, but they do it. As far as backing up goes, I don’t recommend that because when you hook it to the bumper like I did, it will bend it .
@kneebarx 2 жыл бұрын
thanks for showing us why not to use a tow bar
@steveleston1848 11 ай бұрын
nice explainations I have a 8200LB chevy 3500 RV van probaley heavier than the sprinter you mentioned. would my van require actuel base plates that bolt to the frame. or could the stuff you bolted to the jeep work?
@adamstone3433 2 жыл бұрын
Hey , How Are You TOWING a "JEEP" With All 4 Wheels Om the Ground, Rolling ?
@bomark2002 Жыл бұрын
So as long as a 4x4 transfer case is in neutral, and an AWD vehicle has all 4 wheels on the ground it’s all good too tow? This has opened up a whole new ballgame to me!
@joshmanwaring3848 2 ай бұрын
Can any car tow? Once I was on the freeway and passed up a hyundai flat towing a subaru outback, then, shortly ahead of that was a camry flat towing another car 😮
@johnywatkins3620 Жыл бұрын
Pulled a 95 f150 home using one of these it worked great but anything over 45mph it got wonky
@adalbertobasilio5934 2 жыл бұрын
It's can apply for a 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee too.
@sharpcarco 2 жыл бұрын
That’s awesome!!!
@ricardogmz5646 Жыл бұрын
Before anything, I would like to say thanks for the video, I got a little issue, I need to pull up my car about 14or16 normal drive,so I consider that most be going to take me more hours than that, my car is a old 78 ford thunderbird that’s heavy, my plans are to pull up with a 1500 dodge ram, I feel a little bit scared, I never did this before, I will going to need good wishes, I have been pulling trailers in the USA but never cars with tow bars, thanks for the video.
@sharpcarco Жыл бұрын
I recommend removing the driveshaft before you do it, but pay close attention to the part of this video where I show you why pulling something with a tow dolly is not really a problem… there are particular procedures though for a rear wheel drive vehicles I think you need to hold the steering wheel with the safety belt but it’s been so long since I towed a rear wheel drive vehicle with a tow bar I don’t know that I ever did it before. So just a smidge more of research will make you feel more confident I’m certain you can do it. I don’t think there’s gonna be any problem, but less be a little bit more cautious, and will be assured success.
@ricardogmz5646 Жыл бұрын
@@sharpcarco I really appreciate your advice, I’m still working on , the companies over charge to howls, with that money I can make the trip and I still save money. Thanks again and happy 4 of July.
@josecalderon5919 Жыл бұрын
Unfortunately my food truck motor needs to be replaced so I need to tow my food truck with my f150 any suggestions? Thank you Thank you
@prodriveawayman6943 2 жыл бұрын
I hope a stupid people doesn't see your video. I can see things going bad for some people. I wouldn't recommend doing this on a 2003- 2006 honda crv. You will lose the towed vehicle. You need to make brackets or buy a base plate setup from a dealer. For the Honda crv. Your video was well put together and informative.
@sharpcarco 2 жыл бұрын
Well I see where you’re coming from. And I may have mentioned a small amount of this in my video… Obviously this video requires a small amount of ingenuity. And of course I’ve never towed a Crv so I can’t say for certain it would work…… in that situation….. although I’ll bet you that I could figure out a way to make it work. That not only is safe but cost-effective. Every vehicle that I’ve tried this on has worked. There’s no substitute for using the proper equipment on anything or in any situation. But there’s a lot of poor people out there and I’m one of them so I try to do things as inexpensively as possible any rich person will tell you it’s not A million dollar home or jet that will make you go broke ……. it’s eating out at fast food restaurants every day or spending every single dime and dollar when you’ve got accomplishing a task that you’re gonna do one time and may never have any additional use in the future… nickels and dimes add up to serious dollars!!!! I would give people more credit they’re not quite as stupid as some people think they are……. Trust me the weak minded ones know not to do certain things even though they’re weak minded…. The idea is to inspire and empower the rest of humanity to do things that they never thought were possible.
@mplsfarmer 2 жыл бұрын
I want to tow a front wheel drive vehicle (Honda Odyssey) a long distance-1000 miles. I had heard you aren’t supposed to use a tow bar but rather a tow dolly to keep the front wheels from constantly spinning which will destroy the transmission. You addressed the issue of AWD and RWD about disconnecting the driveshaft. I’m assuming from your video that it’s OK to tow a FWD vehicle without doing anything other than putting the car in neutral and leaving the key in the ON position-correct?
@sharpcarco 2 жыл бұрын
You definitely have to use a tow dolly for that. And yes I talk about that in the video . Sorry I did not address the front wheel drive version. Even though I believe you could probably tow that thing like 20 to 30 miles and it would probably be OK depending on the speeds that you were going without a tow dolly but in your situation you definitely don’t want to do that with that vehicle really sucks I wish they had a way that you could disconnect the front driveshaft and tow it without it being a lot of work. Obviously if Took the front driveshaft it would be NO problem whatsoever and you could use a tow dolly and it would work really really well. But I don’t know your level of mechanical experience so if that’s not something that you’re familiar with you may find it to be somewhat of a challenge but then again I’m sure there’s plenty of videos to show you how to remove the drive shafts then you would just take them out and leave them out but I don’t know if it would be worth the expense that it would cost you to rent a tow dolly. I would say if I told Allie was gonna cost me $400 to rent I would probably consider doing it
@mplsfarmer 2 жыл бұрын
@@sharpcarco Thank you for your quick reply. I’m skilled at removing the CV drive axles but didn’t want to do that if it wasn’t necessary. I see a lot of cars being towed behind motor homes or RVs using a tow bar. I’m fairly certain that many of them are FWD. But I can’t believe that the cv axles have been removed.
@sharpcarco 2 жыл бұрын
That’s a very valid point I can’t imagine that all of them people do that either. It might be possible that I don’t understand the front wheel drive transmission the same way as the rear wheel drive transmission because of how the axles actually go in on the same side so it is possible that with the vehicle in neutral does not spin the gear the same way unlike a rear wheel drive engine that Hass to transfer energy completely through the transmission a front wheel drive transmission may not work the same way. I’m not a transmission expert for sure hell I’m not an expert at anything 🤔😂 i’m just an OK editor….. Anyways I appreciate the kind words and welcome to the channel we’re very happy to have you let me know what you find out with that situation…. I’ll do some of my limited investigation as well…
@mplsfarmer 2 жыл бұрын
Maybe these cars are FWD BUT with a manual transmission?
@sharpcarco 2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely valid point more than likely you are correct
@user-uk3uj6zs1w 3 күн бұрын
What about an old car with a chrome bumper?
@ksingh631 3 ай бұрын
I see it maybe ok to tow upto 100 miles with a tow bar without dropping drive shaft. But won't it damage transmission in vehicle being towed if I tow 500 miles with tow bar?
@shaunedwards4893 2 жыл бұрын
Funny guy with those glasses.
@Dayton504 2 жыл бұрын
Great video. Very informative but I must ask… I’m about to tow a 3/4 ton G20 van from Mississippi to Arizona on a 5,000 lb tow bar from harbor freight. Do I need to drop the driveshaft or do I just put it in neutral? Also, I lost the key to the van and had to break the steering lock. Will this be a major issue for me while towing? These sound like dumb questions when read aloud but your input would be appreciated nonetheless. Btw, I liked, subscribed, and watched the video a few times. Interesting strategy to boost the funding. 😂
@sharpcarco 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Dayton, sorry but Drive shafts have to go . I don’t know too much about the steering wheel being locked. Have you ever noticed how when a tow company told your vehicle they put the safety belt around the steering wheel? I’m sure there’s a reason for that and I’m assuming it’s so if the steering accidentally came unlocked so I would recommend doing something to rectify that problem before you go I would probably consider replacing the steering column personally. Technically it’s not supposed to go kitty Wompus on you but there’s a lot of mountains through there and I wouldn’t risk it. You can’t tell with the driveshafts because transmission fluid would be pumping through the transmission. Be careful safe travels welcome to the channel. And we appreciate having you here sorry I couldn’t be more definitive.
@Divineautowerx 5 ай бұрын
Going to be towing a 2010 Genesis coupe, manual with my 98 Mustang gt manual as well! Would I need to remove driveshaft on the Genesis since it’s manual ?
@freeshrugs63 8 ай бұрын
I need to tow my Tacoma about 70 miles. It has two metal loops attached to the body just under the front bumper. I probably can't attach a typical tow bar, can I.
@ricoortega5049 16 күн бұрын
This might seem like a dumb question but what about when turning like blinker lights
@sharpcarco 16 күн бұрын
Well, I don’t know what to say because that’s what the trailer lights were for in the video
@adancamacho4565 2 ай бұрын
Love the energy and the great advice!! Especially on the 4x4 comment would never think about that. will let you know how my tow went, fingures crossed 😅👍💪🫡🤞
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