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 Towing Capacity of a Cherokee?
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05/03/07 10:08 PM
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Allright, so the CJ idea got scratched. Would a Cherokee make a good tow rig?
I'm looking at a 6cyl with a 5 inch lift. Is it still possible to mount a trailer to it, considering the frame is not much higher off the ground?
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 Re: Towing Capacity of a Cherokee?
[Re: wgripp]
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05/03/07 10:10 PM
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I don't think the cherokee has a frame.. Big JIm <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/pfft.gif" alt="" />
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Re: Towing Capacity of a Cherokee?
[Re: wgripp]
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05/04/07 01:13 AM
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It depends on how much you want to tow, what springs you have on the Cherokee, and what axle gears you have.
Also, BJ is right -- the Cherokee does not have a frame -- it is unibody construction.
1977 CJ-7, fiberglass body, AMC 360 w/ headers, DUI ignition, Edelbrock intake and Holley 4150 carb, TF999, Dana 300, 4.56 gears lockers, York air comp, 4" susp lift, 2" body lift, BFG 35" M-T tires, Megashifter, AGR pump & box, REP8000 winch.
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Re: Towing Capacity of a Cherokee?
[Re: BobRowe]
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05/04/07 03:35 PM
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Cherokees are a little short, longer wheel base vehicles are more stable. other than that it should be ok for a short lighter trailer
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Re: Towing Capacity of a Cherokee?
[Re: wgripp]
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05/04/07 04:53 PM
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IF you go with the lifted Cherokee, get a ball hitch that drops enough to keep the trailer level, or close to it. Don't know the capacity. The manufacturer should have a recommended "not to exceed" limit, but of course they play it very safe. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/cyclops.gif" alt="" />
97tj, Shaved Ford 9 rear, 4:10's, New 35x12.5 BFG KM2's to test!, Warn x8000i, ARB's, Quick Disco's, Hand Throttle, & it's my DD. 
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Re: Towing Capacity of a Cherokee?
[Re: DBL_DTY97TJ]
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05/04/07 05:27 PM
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Also, keep in mind that if you exceed the manufcturer's specified limit, and subsequently get in an accident, your insurance company may decline to cover the accident. Not to mention the basis that it may give the other party for pressing a lawssuit.
1977 CJ-7, fiberglass body, AMC 360 w/ headers, DUI ignition, Edelbrock intake and Holley 4150 carb, TF999, Dana 300, 4.56 gears lockers, York air comp, 4" susp lift, 2" body lift, BFG 35" M-T tires, Megashifter, AGR pump & box, REP8000 winch.
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Re: Towing Capacity of a Cherokee?
[Re: BobRowe]
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05/04/07 08:09 PM
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Thanks guys
I wanted to tow a trailer with a 3,300 lb car on it. I guess the cherokee wont hold up
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Re: Towing Capacity of a Cherokee?
[Re: wgripp]
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05/04/07 09:14 PM
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Yeah it won't last long. AND it'll not like the stopping either. MAke sure you have brakes on any 2 ton towed vehicle. Big JIm <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/pfft.gif" alt="" />
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Re: Towing Capacity of a Cherokee?
[Re: BigJim]
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05/04/07 09:15 PM
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The reason for the brakes is because you may, sometime in the future, be behind ME! Big JIm <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/pfft.gif" alt="" />
professional bovine relocation specialist
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Re: Towing Capacity of a Cherokee?
[Re: BobRowe]
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05/07/07 06:05 PM
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Just as a side note to this, I once tried to rent a small trailer for my TJ from Uhaul. They would not rent it to me because it was not considered safe. Can't remember why exactly...
97tj, Shaved Ford 9 rear, 4:10's, New 35x12.5 BFG KM2's to test!, Warn x8000i, ARB's, Quick Disco's, Hand Throttle, & it's my DD.
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