Although it doesn’t happen often, beneficial are in demand of a tow there are a few things it is advisable to know in order to protect your investment in your car, or truck.
The first thing you need recognize is whether your vehicle is 2 wheel drive (2WD), 4 wheel drive (4WD), or all wheel drive. 2WD drive cars can be front or rear wheel drive and can also be towed safely by keeping the drive wheels above the ground. If this is not possible, then the car should be towed by a flat bed tow truck or by placing tow dollies under the disabled vehicle in order to keep the drive wheels above the ground.
Today’s modern towing equipment utilizes two different involving technology. The first being wheel lift, which can be used for both cars and medium or heavy duty tow. When using them . tows difficulties by the wheels therefore assuring damage free pulling. No part of the towing apparatus contacts auto or truck’s body. The opposite method of towing is flat bed, which is often a hydraulically operated tilt bed body having a winch. Most flatbeds have the capability to tow a second car to the rear using the wheel lift technology.
Flat beds are appropriate all wheel drive and 4WD cars, exotic cars, and cars with low ground discounted. This method allows for all of four wheels to be off the land. The car sits on top of the bed and is secured down with chains or straps to insure against damages.
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1601 Michael St #B, Ottawa, ON K1B 3T5
(613) 519-0312