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Would an 08 subaru outback tow a jayco camper trailer with ease or would it be underpowered.......{2.5 auto} we have had very conflicting imformation , we will hire one soon but would like to know from anyone out there any relevant info,,,,,THX
Reply By: Go-N-Grey (WA) - Friday, Mar 21, 2008 at 23:08
Friday, Mar 21, 2008 at 23:08
I have towed a Jayco Finch with 10' Dingy on top for thousand's km behind a 1800cc single range 1982 Subaru. No problems at all except it required a weight distribution hinch, and upgraded rear shockies when on dirt roads.
More recently I have towed a 16' 6 poptop van (sold today) 1270kg Agg weight behind a Subaru Forrester 2.5 ltr Auto easily up to 90Km hour.
The Forrester also quite happily towed a 18'6" Chiver Thunderbird Boat (Inboard version -1300kgs with full canopy) at 80 to 90 km hour, and no problem at all on the launching ramp.
I dont believe the Outback is significantly different from the Forrester except perhaps the gearing and clearance is slightly higher and lower resp, but certainly the Forrester I had towed the van as easy if not easier than the 1990 2.5 ltr Turbo Diesel Pajero that we normally used with the van. The Forrester I had had a 1300kg towing capacity and it did it with ease.
With all auto's I can only suggest that ensure the A/T torque converter "locks up" (if fitted) or spend the extra money on fuel and heat in the A/T and an transmission oil cooler.
Cheers
Phil
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