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Old 11-25-2010, 07:59 PM   #1
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Towing 17B With Subaru Outback 6 cylinder

Does anyone besides Jerry R. have experience with this? He uses a WDH and has had a good experience so far, even in mountains. We've been Outback people for 10 years now and we are somewhat addicted...but I don't want to be sweating it in any way towing our unit when we get it next July. Any feedback much appreciated. 8)
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Old 11-25-2010, 08:40 PM   #2
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Re: Towing 17B With Subaru Outback 6 cylinder

Check your cars tow rating and if you don't have a electric brake controller you will need one. Do you have the 7 pin trailer plug in? does your car have a towing package? You need mirror extensions. Happy to see you made a good choice in trailers.
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Old 11-26-2010, 09:22 AM   #3
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Re: Towing 17B With Subaru Outback 6 cylinder

Our Subi has 300K on it and is 4 cylinder, so we are looking to upgrade. Right now I am thinking Outback, Rav 4, or Highlander.
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Old 11-26-2010, 05:10 PM   #4
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Re: Towing 17B With Subaru Outback 6 cylinder

My biased opinion is the Highlander. It will tow your 17B like a dream. And the HL is a very nice vehicle (again my view is prejudiced)



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Old 12-06-2010, 09:45 AM   #5
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Re: Towing 17B With Subaru Outback 6 cylinder

Thanks, Laura and Rick. I would call that an "informed" opinion regarding the Highlander because you are speaking from experience.
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