{"product_id":"jmi-tow-handle-for-wheeley-bars-5-wheels","title":"JMI Tow Handle — for Wheeley Bars with 5″ Wheels","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eJMI Tow Handle\u003c\/strong\u003e adds a front pull bar to a caster-equipped Universal Wheeley Bar, so you can pull your loaded rig from the front instead of pushing it from behind — steadier and easier over distance, especially with a heavy imaging setup. Made in the USA by JMI (CXB Astro family).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tow handle attaches to the steering axle at the front of a Universal-style Wheeley Bar equipped with 5″ caster wheels. Pulling from the front keeps the load ahead of you and makes tracking straight far easier than pushing a tall, top-heavy rig from the rear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOwners of caster-wheel (2-3\/8″ or 5″) Universal Wheeley Bars — Medium or Large — who move their rig any real distance from storage to the observing spot. If you run the 10″ pneumatic upgrade, you already have a tow handle and don't need this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFront pull bar:\u003c\/strong\u003e Attaches to the steering axle for controlled pulling instead of pushing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSized to your bar:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two versions matched to your leveling-screw diameter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSteel construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e USA-made by JMI to match the Wheeley Bar itself.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility and Accessory Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor caster-equipped Universal Wheeley Bars (Medium and Large). Select by your leveling-screw diameter:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5\/8″ version (TPWHANDLE-5\/8-5W):\u003c\/strong\u003e Current HD Medium and HD Large bars.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1\/2″ version (TPWHANDLE-1\/2-5W):\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard Medium and older HD models.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant Limitations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWheeley Bars with the 10″ pneumatic tire upgrade already include a tow handle\u003c\/strong\u003e — this accessory is for caster-wheel models only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrder the version that matches your leveling-screw size — the bracket alignment differs between 5\/8″ and 1\/2″.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot for Triangle-Style or Sky Trekker Dobsonian bases.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need this if I have the 10″ pneumatic wheels?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNo — the 10″ pneumatic wheel upgrade already includes a tow handle. This is the standalone handle for caster-wheel bars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich version do I order?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nMatch your leveling-screw diameter: 5\/8″ for current HD Medium\/Large bars, 1\/2″ for Standard Medium and older HD models. Pull one screw and measure if unsure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy pull instead of push?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nPulling from the front keeps a tall, top-heavy rig ahead of you and tracks straighter than pushing from behind — with less risk of the load getting away from you on a slope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottom Line\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA USA-made front pull bar for caster-wheel Universal Wheeley Bars that makes moving a loaded rig easier and steadier. Match the version to your leveling-screw size — and skip it if you already run the 10″ pneumatic upgrade, which includes one.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Farpoint","offers":[{"title":"5\/8″ — HD Medium \/ HD Large","offer_id":53560105468015,"sku":"TPWHANDLE-5\/8-5W","price":155.23,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\/2″ — Standard Medium \/ Older HD","offer_id":53560105500783,"sku":"TPWHANDLE-1\/2-5W","price":155.23,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/tpw_handle.jpg?v=1783196261","url":"https:\/\/ontariotelescope.com\/products\/jmi-tow-handle-for-wheeley-bars-5-wheels","provider":"Ontario Telescope and Accessories","version":"1.0","type":"link"}