2008 jk with tow package towing?
05-06-2009, 12:40 PM
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2008 jk with tow package towing?
Can I tow A 2006 honda civic 4 door from Florida to North Carolina? I have a stock 2008 4 door with tow package which states class 2 towing. Can I tow it on a trailer? I can't figure out the weights of both vehicles for towing but a Honda civic is not that heavy right? What should I do, ask the Jeep Dealer? Any Help? Thanx (The honda civic can't weigh 3800 lbs can it?)
05-06-2009, 12:44 PM
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4 door jk sahara with tow pkg. & 3.73 gears has a max towing capacity of 3500 lbs.
so... guess that the civic weighs 2690lbs. (EDIT: Intellichoice says the 4dr has a Curb Weight 2,690 lb)
The trailer weighs 1000lbs...
pretty close to max.
Do you have a 6 speed?
That'll help. If not, prepare to push the little OD button
http://www.intellichoice.com/reports...06/Honda/Civic
btw... read your owners manual
so... guess that the civic weighs 2690lbs. (EDIT: Intellichoice says the 4dr has a Curb Weight 2,690 lb)
The trailer weighs 1000lbs...
pretty close to max.
Do you have a 6 speed?
That'll help. If not, prepare to push the little OD button
http://www.intellichoice.com/reports...06/Honda/Civic
btw... read your owners manual
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05-06-2009, 01:35 PM
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4 door jk sahara with tow pkg. & 3.73 gears has a max towing capacity of 3500 lbs.
so... guess that the civic weighs 2690lbs. (EDIT: Intellichoice says the 4dr has a Curb Weight 2,690 lb)
The trailer weighs 1000lbs...
pretty close to max.
Do you have a 6 speed?
That'll help. If not, prepare to push the little OD button
http://www.intellichoice.com/reports...06/Honda/Civic
btw... read your owners manual
so... guess that the civic weighs 2690lbs. (EDIT: Intellichoice says the 4dr has a Curb Weight 2,690 lb)
The trailer weighs 1000lbs...
pretty close to max.
Do you have a 6 speed?
That'll help. If not, prepare to push the little OD button
http://www.intellichoice.com/reports...06/Honda/Civic
btw... read your owners manual
05-06-2009, 01:44 PM
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I would eliminate the Trailer. Just tow it behind you with a Tow Bar. Actually - unless you own a trailer, U- Haul will not Rent you one with a JK. Hard Top or Soft Top. Believe me - i know. I ended up buying a Trailer. You could Rent the type of trailer that only keeps your Front wheels attached . But not from U-Haul. Try Ryder.
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pretty close to max.
Do you have a 6 speed?
That'll help. If not, prepare to push the little OD button
Do you have a 6 speed?
That'll help. If not, prepare to push the little OD button
I tow an 18' ski boat with my unlimited. It's right at the max 3500 lbs, probably a bit over with full tank and gear. Lots of short trips to the lake, several 8-10 hour drives. No problems so far.
But I'm not in OD cruising at 85 either...
Just be conscious of the weight you're towing, and try to stop a few times to let the tranny and axles cool down. I'd also suggest throwing a tranny cooler on. They're cheap and there are several install write-ups on this site.
Last edited by nthinuf; 05-06-2009 at 06:28 PM.