Towing my 1g AWD

[cj062989]

I need to move my 1G AWD from a garage. The car is halfway apart and i need to move it from a garage to my driveway. I was wondering i i could just put the car on all 4 wheels and tow it with a chain from point a to point b.

 

[And_44]

All 4 or none at all. That's the rule with AWD.

 

[pauleyman]

Yes. Put it in neutral and tow it if it isn't in a state of disrepair and has axles etc.

 

[caspert_ghost]

Just moving it a few feet will not hurt to pull it out with a chain. for longer distances however:

Using a flatbed trailer that keeps all four wheels off the ground is the simplest solution. With this technique, there's no need to worry about transmission damage. You just load up the car or truck and go.

If you can't get a flatbed to do the job, then you'll need to explore other options.

Tow dollies, which lift just the two front wheels off the ground, can work, but you'll have to disconnect and remove the drive shaft to protect the transmission.

Probably the best bit of advice that anyone can offer you for towing a vehicle is to suggest that you review your owner's manual for towing instructions and precautions. The manufacturer sets guidelines that are specific to the year, make and model of each of its vehicles. Ignoring this information could be an expensive mistake.

 

[Twinturbo120]

You can always disconnect the driveshaft from the diff, and tow it with a two wheel trailer.

 

[DSM1G90]

..what I was wondering... disconnect the rear drive shaft to allow the rear diff to freewheel.

 

[Theturdburgler]

Drop the driveshaft and tow it from the front.