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New to the teardrop community - Can I tow a TaG with my Forester?
evpeeling
Member Posts: 69
Hello all,
I'm new to the forum and plan to buy a Tag teardrop. I've been researching for a long time and I am ready to take the plunge. I have a 2011 Subaru Forester that I plan to tow with. The older years can tow more than the newer and mine is rated for 2400 lbs. In theory I should be able to tow a Tag camper, but my question is does anyone actually tow with a Forester? What has been your experience?
Thanks in advance for any advice!
(Edited for search purposes.)
2020 Tag BD 5W, 2018 RAV4 Adventure, PA
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I tow my 2018 T@G 5' wide with a 2012 Rav4 4x4 (4cly) rated to tow 1500 lbs. My payload of the Rav4 is around 1071 lbs.
I have had no problems. I usually drive with my cruise control at around 63-65MPH. Driving in the mountains uphill, the car will drop down a gear and on occasion two gears for a short period. I do have to watch my loading weight. I put very little extra weight in trailer.
You should have no problems with the Forester.
Enjoy!
get a transmission oil cooler installed by your dealer
This ^^^, & remember all the extras will add weight to the package fast...
My 2004 Forester was rated for 2400 lbs and it did great with my T@G. That said...my upgrade to a 2012 Outback made the up-hills a lot easier.
Sue
State College, PA
2015 T@G Max
2012 Subaru Outback
Towing capacity of the Forester should be adequate. Tongue weight is a bigger factor. That and the cargo capacity of your TV.
2019 T@G Boondock Edge 5W
2017 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro
2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon 4xe
Hello. I also have a 2011 Forester and purchased a T@G in 2015. No issues towing. Slow on the steep and/or long hills, but that is to be expected. I got a transmission cooler installed. I also try and keep things simple and don't pack lots of extras that aren't necessary.
Thanks everyone, that makes me feel more confident! I'm definitely going to look into having a transmission oil cooler installed. Great advice
2020 Tag BD 5W, 2018 RAV4 Adventure, PA
@TravelGal do you know what kind of cooler you have?
2020 Tag BD 5W, 2018 RAV4 Adventure, PA
@evpeeling--this might give you an idea as far as the answer suggestion goes...
https://www.etrailer.com/question-231035.html