Long distance dolly towing

That said, I would be more concerned about the Dakota. What engine & trans does that have?... ...Any mountains on the trip?
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2000 Dakota Sport, 4.7w/auto. Yep, there's a few really big hills!:D

I guess there is some reason a full trailer won't work out?
Yeah, don't own a full trailer, open or enclosed. So, putting it on a dolly or having it shipped are pretty much my only options.