A-frame towing an auto Merc

[uglymug]

HI . is it advisable to tow an automatic Merc 150 miles with an A-frame ? Somewhere at the back of my brain cell I recall that the box oil pump will not be running and starve the internals, so causing damage. Is this right?.................cheers like !

[Jazoli]

You will need to disconnect/remove the propshaft or it will knacker the autobox.

[uglymug]

HI , understand the meaning but how do you stop box oil from coming out and then running dry ?

[BritishRacinGrin]

uglymug said:

HI , understand the meaning but how do you stop box oil from coming out and then running dry ?

Disconnect it at the differential end?

Obviously it'd be preferable to transport the car with a spec lift, flat bed or trailer so that the driven wheels are off the ground.

[uglymug]

mmmmmmmmmm ! think its best to hire a trailer ......thanks guys

[Winky151]

Put the rear wheels on the a-frame.

[powerstroke]

uglymug said:

HI . is it advisable to tow an automatic Merc 150 miles with an A-frame ? Somewhere at the back of my brain cell I recall that the box oil pump will not be running and starve the internals, so causing damage. Is this right?.................cheers like !

No because it would be illegal!!!!!! Hence invalid insurance
They are only legal if the cars brakes are hooked up or you are recovering a broken down car to a place of safety....