Dolly Tow a Ford F-150 Crew cab

Updated 01/21/2020 | Published 01/20/2020

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Roadmaster Tow Dolly with Electric Brakes - 4,250 lbs

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Question:

If a dolly can tow a 2006 ford crew cab

asked by: JOSEGUERRERO

Expert Reply:

The RoadMaster Tow Dolly # RM-2050-1 has a maximum vehicle weight of 4,250 lbs. Your 2006 Ford F-150 will weigh around 4,500lbs curb weight so while it could tow a vehicle with this dolly it could not be towed on this dolly.

Flat towing is an option for you per the owners manual. Pages 198-199 provide specific guidance as to the steps you take when flat towing your 2006 F-150 for both automatic and manual transmission models.

As for parts to use to flat tow, below is a list to get you started.
Required:
Base Plates: DM9518296
Tow Bar: DM9511012
Wiring: DM9523057
Braking System: SM99251
Brake-Lite Relay: RM-88400
Charge Line Kit: RM-156-25

High-Low Adapter:Various, see attached Help Article to determine correct rise or drop
Sentry Deflector: DM9523135

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