Re: Taco Towing a Altima?
Well, you probably COULD, but...
Figure in the weight of the tow dolly and any other passengers, cargo. The only way you'd be making this trip within the tow limits is if the tow dolly is 400 lbs. or less (which I doubt) and there isn't any other weight from cargo or passengers. Even then, within the 3500 lb. limit., be prepared to spend a LOT of time in 3rd gear once you hit any type of hills or mountains (and I do mean alot). With the pedal floored. Also, be sure the dolly has some type of brakes as you will need to plan stops way in advance towing that kind of weight with no brakes. Your mpg will also bite the dust...even towing on level ground you probably won't see better than 14 or so. So, although you could probably make it under prime conditions, you'd be much better off towing with a full size or at least a V6, and keeping the strain off that 4 banger.
I speak from experience doing a lot of towing with my '01 reg cab 2.7
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