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Q & A: Disconnect driveshaft when towing?
Monday January 02nd, 2006
Hello John,
I purchased a 1978 MGB from a lady in Baltimore Md and will be
towing it home to Jackson, Michigan. I could only get a two wheel tow
dolly to bring it home on. Could you tell me what I need to to to tow
it home- One guy said to disconnect the driveshaft, another said it's
not necessary- so I am asking you, the expert- what is the proper way
to do this? Do I need to disconnect the drive shaft?, If so how the
heck do you do that? Thanks so much John, I appreciate it.
Jason
Jason!
The gearbox is oiled when the laygear turns. The laygear turns only
when the engine is running. Therefore, towing the car turns the gears but
doesn't oil the gearbox. It's best to disconnect the driveshaft. Yo... read more
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It makes no difference how quickly your MG will accelerate if it cannot
stop! The proper functioning of your brakes must ALWAYS be at the
top of your list of priorities. You owe this degree of safety to yourself,
your passenger, and all others on the road.
John H. Twist (Fall, 1980)