Can I tow my TJ with this Grand Cherokee?

JCro99 · 02-02-2012, 01:42 PM

I'm trying to get a definitive answer:

Can I tow with this setup? and if so, what do I need?

I just purchased a 2005 GC 5.7L V8 and want to tow my 2003 TJ.

This GC has an aftermarket hitch (class III/IV) and a brake contoller under the dash

So some of my questions are:

1. Can I tow my TJ behind this safely (on a trailer)?

2. Since the GC did not come with a "towing package", am I missing anything else besides the hitch?

3. What are the minnimum/recommended requirements for a trailer that I should look for?

4. Should I get a WD hitch? Do I NEED a WD hitch?

I appreciate any helpful info!! I didn't purchase this to tow my TJ but now that I have it, I am wondering if it is an option. I don't have any experience with towing so any knowledge would be welcomed!!

**ajmorell** · 02-02-2012, 01:55 PM

The WK with the hemi is rated for 7,500 lb when properly equipped I believe. I honestly can't say what "properly equipped means" but that might be a start for you.

Millermagic · 02-07-2012, 06:12 AM

I never understood how that hitch is even capable of the tongue weight for 7500 pounds.

IndyBlueWK · 02-10-2012, 11:54 AM

Hey man throw a 4157 coil rite kit by firestone in the rear of that thing and call it a day.. They Will deff help with the towing!

**Davetha** · 02-10-2012, 12:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by IndyBlueWK

Hey man throw a 4157 coil rite kit by firestone in the rear of that thing and call it a day.. They Will deff help with the towing!

Yeah I have a 2011 Ram 1500.. The coils sag like crazy when I tow my Jeep. I've been thinking about getting those.

Anyway, "properly equiped" when towing heavyer things usually include.

#1 - Correct class hitch
#2 - A trailer brake either hydrolic or electric
#3 - The right gearing, sometimes they will have a lower gearing to advertise better milage, but it will be able to tow less.

IndyBlueWK · 02-10-2012, 12:11 PM

Ya the dodge kit is a 4190 and there a great kit.. The new dodge does ride nice but sag really bad when towing a lot of weight..

wilson1010 · 02-10-2012, 12:33 PM

I don't know what all this stuff is on these helper springs and air bags showing up here. The maximum tongue weight for towing a Jeep on a trailer will between 450-600lb. Why would one need all this help for the equivalent of three people sitting in the back?

IndyBlueWK · 02-10-2012, 12:38 PM

The coil rite systems help with the overall stability of the jeep while maintain the ride height.