1969 Jeep Doesnt Stay Straight When Flat-Towing

Updated 04/20/2015 | Published 04/19/2015

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Roadmaster StowMaster Tow Bar - Coupler Style for 2" Ball - Car Mount - 6,000 lbs

(150)

$960.00

LubriMatic Moly EP Grease - 14-oz Cartridge

(18)

$9.95

Roadmaster Quiet Hitch for 2" Trailer Hitches

(1537)

$40.18

Question:

I am towing a 1969 jeep and the wheels will not follow the tow truck. They turn sideways and will not follow straight???

asked by: Larry H

Expert Reply:

There are a few things that could be causing your 1969 Jeep to not follow straight behind your tow vehicle using a tow bar like the Roadmaster # RM-501.

1. Double check your ball mount and ensure there isn't any movement. If there is movement, you can use a Roadmaster Quiet Hitch # RM-061 because it will help with rattling and shifting in your receiver hitch.

2. Take a look at your coupler and properly lube it with lithium grease # LM54FR. Make sure you clean off any and all existing grease.

3. You can use a bungee cord on your steering wheel and tighten it to the 6-O'clock position so if it does veer to one side or another, it will correct itself.

4. Your 1969 Jeep alignment could be off.

I included a video review of the Roadmaster tow bar and an informative article.