Tongue/Hitch Weight Conundrum
Hi Everyone, I am quite novice on the towing capacity and was alerted by a friend that the vehicle I purchased may not support the trailer we are looking to purchase this weekend. We have a 2021...
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How far would you be towing the trailer? This will e a factor for the 2021 Subaru Ascent that is not an ideal tow vehicle. Short trips like 100-200 miles a few times per year I dont see such an issue, but do not expect to tow much of a trailer across the country too many times.
Yes, the vehicle trans, axles and motor will get a great deal of wear and trans are expensive to replace.
Either get a much much smaller trailer or a truck / suv that can handle towing. Consider also a folding trailer that will have minimal wind drag if towing with a subaru.
You really need a rear wheel drive (or 4wd) vehicle with a solid axle for durability.
Is this your first camping?
Most first time buyers get way too big of a camper than they need. Yes, big expansive campers look nice and provide luxury, but consider you are camping, not moving into a condo. Are you going to live in it, spend all your vacation inside, or is it just for sleeping, showering and relaxing after a fun day outside?
Get the minimum trailer you can live with, not the maximum you can tow.
Small trailers are much easier to tow, park and maneuver.
Yes, the vehicle trans, axles and motor will get a great deal of wear and trans are expensive to replace.
Either get a much much smaller trailer or a truck / suv that can handle towing. Consider also a folding trailer that will have minimal wind drag if towing with a subaru.
You really need a rear wheel drive (or 4wd) vehicle with a solid axle for durability.
Is this your first camping?
Most first time buyers get way too big of a camper than they need. Yes, big expansive campers look nice and provide luxury, but consider you are camping, not moving into a condo. Are you going to live in it, spend all your vacation inside, or is it just for sleeping, showering and relaxing after a fun day outside?
Get the minimum trailer you can live with, not the maximum you can tow.
Small trailers are much easier to tow, park and maneuver.
