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stevedak
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2/24/2006
08:53:48

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I've never towed anything with my Dakota. THis weekend I will be be towing a car (mid-large size) using one of those car dollies (front wheels off ground, rear wheels roll). Is it best to turn off the overdrive?? Should I drive in low gear?? I will be going about 200 miles. I don't want to ruin my trannny, any help would be appreciated.

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2/24/2006
12:41:43

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Just use the O/D Off button, and you'll be fine, Before you leave, just hit "OD Off" and put the truck in drive, and you'll be all set. Just remember to check your fluids, etc.





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2/24/2006
12:55:18

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Thanks for the advice...



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2/24/2006
13:37:33

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Wouldn't be a bad idea to install a trans cooler (bout 30 bucks or so i think) if yours doesn't already have one.





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2/24/2006
14:51:20

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lol, I was going to suggest that, but I sort of assumed he already had one on their...





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2/26/2006
01:26:51

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I didn't have a trans cooler before but I have one now...thanks for the advice...its cheap insurance



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