towing a terano

drumbum1 · 11-03-2019, 20:08

was hoping someone can help me i am hoping to pick up a terano over the weekend unfortunately it hasnt got any mot, i can borow an a frame but can i tow it home or will it damage the 4x4 system

Lazy-Ferret · 11-03-2019, 20:15

You can put the transfer box into neutral, which then disconnects everything.

Depending on the age, and mods, you may also have manual front hubs, which to can switch off, so then it will only be the rear wheels driving the prop shaft up to the transfer box, but it is fine to tow even if you have fixed or auto hubs.

jims-terrano · 11-03-2019, 20:19

Might be easier to higher a trailer, i towed a terrano lwb on a trailer with another terrano lwb. Might be easier and safer but up to you.

solarman216 · 11-03-2019, 20:54

Correct me if I am wrong peeps, but I thought that if it has any wheels on the ground then it has to be insured, taxed and tested, even if being towed, Rick

macabethiel · 11-03-2019, 22:34

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Originally Posted by solarman216

Correct me if I am wrong peeps, but I thought that if it has any wheels on the ground then it has to be insured, taxed and tested, even if being towed, Rick

You are right Rick as it is still classed as a mechanically propelled vehicle even if the engine is a non runner.

Trailer is the only legal way, there are quite a few firms who transport vehicles some are quite reasonable depending on the distance involved. A lot of motor traders use such firms.

Lazy-Ferret · 11-03-2019, 23:20

Not sure this includes an A frame though...

https://www.gov.uk/government/public...es-and-dollies

It says vehicle and A frame are treated as a trailer, and the only thing I can see that might cause a problem is the A frame must operate the towed cars brakes on all wheels, to a set level.

Lazy-Ferret · 13-03-2019, 15:19

Well I'm not sure if it is Jim or me that should be complimented... lol

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jims-terrano · 13-03-2019, 16:15

Definitely you Clive but the unfortunate thing is that I’m not sure if the original posting member has been back but certainly hasn’t replied. Hope he hasn’t taken offence at our advice.

Lazy-Ferret · 13-03-2019, 19:26

Hope not, I must admit as an SE4x4R responder, I had never given it thought about the whole tax/insurance part of towing. Mind you, we are only asked to move road vehicles, which by default should be, but worth bearing in mind. Especially as I will need to put an MOT on my one before I sell it.

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solarman216 · 14-03-2019, 23:53

Original poster has not been back but for future reference, transfer box neutral saves drag but also means rear mainshaft bearing will run dry after a while, so would not recommend towing for more than 50 miles without putting transfer box into gear for a couple of miles to re lube the rear mainshaft, if say towing on a dolly (front wheels off the ground) for many miles I would recommend unbolting the prop and securing it out of the way, you cannot remove it without oil loss on to the road, Rick

11-03-2019, 20:08	#1
drumbum1 Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: wales Vehicle: terano 2 Posts: 20	towing a terano was hoping someone can help me i am hoping to pick up a terano over the weekend unfortunately it hasnt got any mot, i can borow an a frame but can i tow it home or will it damage the 4x4 system

11-03-2019, 20:54	#4
solarman216 Off road maniac Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Bexhill on Sea Vehicle: Y60 Patrol Me, 3 ltr Mrs Posts: 17,428	Correct me if I am wrong peeps, but I thought that if it has any wheels on the ground then it has to be insured, taxed and tested, even if being towed, Rick __________________ Ex banger racer now off road maniac Lokka on the front with manual hubs Diff lock on rear 3 inch SS straight through exhaust Manly winch bumper with 13000 lb winch 10 spike ground anchor, with multiple straps and blocks Super strong body cills capped with scaffold pole 20% stronger springs all round aggressive off road tyres on wheels so just swap. Aim to get stuck and be completely self sufficient in extraction, love getting muddy, 2ft deep is good but rare.

14-03-2019, 23:53	#10
solarman216 Off road maniac Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Bexhill on Sea Vehicle: Y60 Patrol Me, 3 ltr Mrs Posts: 17,428	Original poster has not been back but for future reference, transfer box neutral saves drag but also means rear mainshaft bearing will run dry after a while, so would not recommend towing for more than 50 miles without putting transfer box into gear for a couple of miles to re lube the rear mainshaft, if say towing on a dolly (front wheels off the ground) for many miles I would recommend unbolting the prop and securing it out of the way, you cannot remove it without oil loss on to the road, Rick __________________ Ex banger racer now off road maniac Lokka on the front with manual hubs Diff lock on rear 3 inch SS straight through exhaust Manly winch bumper with 13000 lb winch 10 spike ground anchor, with multiple straps and blocks Super strong body cills capped with scaffold pole 20% stronger springs all round aggressive off road tyres on wheels so just swap. Aim to get stuck and be completely self sufficient in extraction, love getting muddy, 2ft deep is good but rare.

11-03-2019, 20:15	#2
Lazy-Ferret Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Sevenoaks, Kent Vehicle: Terrano 2.7TDi SE Touring Posts: 5,221	You can put the transfer box into neutral, which then disconnects everything. Depending on the age, and mods, you may also have manual front hubs, which to can switch off, so then it will only be the rear wheels driving the prop shaft up to the transfer box, but it is fine to tow even if you have fixed or auto hubs.

11-03-2019, 20:19	#3
jims-terrano Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: UK Posts: 12,965	Might be easier to higher a trailer, i towed a terrano lwb on a trailer with another terrano lwb. Might be easier and safer but up to you.

11-03-2019, 23:20	#6
Lazy-Ferret Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Sevenoaks, Kent Vehicle: Terrano 2.7TDi SE Touring Posts: 5,221	Not sure this includes an A frame though... https://www.gov.uk/government/public...es-and-dollies It says vehicle and A frame are treated as a trailer, and the only thing I can see that might cause a problem is the A frame must operate the towed cars brakes on all wheels, to a set level.

13-03-2019, 15:19	#7
Lazy-Ferret Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Sevenoaks, Kent Vehicle: Terrano 2.7TDi SE Touring Posts: 5,221	Well I'm not sure if it is Jim or me that should be complimented... lol Sent from my SM-G930F using Tapatalk

13-03-2019, 16:15	#8
jims-terrano Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: UK Posts: 12,965	Definitely you Clive but the unfortunate thing is that I’m not sure if the original posting member has been back but certainly hasn’t replied. Hope he hasn’t taken offence at our advice.

13-03-2019, 19:26	#9
Lazy-Ferret Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Sevenoaks, Kent Vehicle: Terrano 2.7TDi SE Touring Posts: 5,221	Hope not, I must admit as an SE4x4R responder, I had never given it thought about the whole tax/insurance part of towing. Mind you, we are only asked to move road vehicles, which by default should be, but worth bearing in mind. Especially as I will need to put an MOT on my one before I sell it. Sent from my SM-G930F using Tapatalk