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#72 of 782 Re: Subaru Outback V6 [bigredleah] by rsholland

May 12, 2006 (2:24 pm)

Replying to: bigredleah (May 12, 2006 10:53 am)
Actually the H-6 (not a V6) on the new models are rated to tow 3000 pounds. The Outback H-4 and turbos are rated for 2400 pounds.
 
That's an excellent question you ask. Yes, Class I towing is up to 2000 pounds, and Class II towing is up to 3500 pounds. Why Subaru doesn't offer a tow hitch that's rated at 3000 pounds is really stupid.
 
And, to add to your frustration, if your trailer doesn't have trailer brakes, all you can tow is 1000 pounds. Check your owner's manual, that info is in there.
 
I recently had a hitch installed on my '01 Forester from Jiffy Hitch. It's a Class II hitch, even though it's only rated to tow 2000 pounds. It costs a tad over $300.00 fully installed with wiring and hitch ball. The only thing I'm not wild about is the Mickey Mouse wiring set-up, which comes out of the trunk area. That means I have to shut the rear hatch with the wire coming off the side. I'm not happy about that.
 
Bob

#73 of 782 ordered rav4..still waiting after 3 month...frustrated.. by abcdzxxx2

Jun 15, 2006 (4:28 pm)

Replying to: rsholland (May 12, 2006 2:24 pm)
Greeting everybody,
 
I am in omaha, nebraska. we've ordered 2006 rav4 in march.
specs: 4 cyl, 4wd, silver, leather int, heated frnt seats, auto start.
that time dealer said in 3 months they will definately get it. but now it's over 3 mnths and he is saying he don't have any idea when it will be available.
 
why it's so hard to get rav4 while any other car is readily available. is there production problem?
also any hints as to how to deal with this dealer?
I am thinking of dropping rav4 and get honda crv or so... but i really want rav4 and can't wait any more...
 
any suggestions..
thanks..!

#74 of 782 Re: ordered rav4..still waiting after 3 month...frustrated.. [abcdzxxx2] by thecat

Jun 15, 2006 (6:43 pm)

Replying to: abcdzxxx2 (Jun 15, 2006 4:28 pm)
For some reason, leather is in short supply. They just aren't coming in.

#75 of 782 Re: ordered rav4..still waiting after 3 month...frustrated.. [abcdzxxx2] by toycash

Jun 16, 2006 (7:21 pm)

Replying to: abcdzxxx2 (Jun 15, 2006 4:28 pm)
Unfortunately, this is a common situation with new models. Initial demand for "loaded" versions seems to be very high and causes shortages. Same problem happened with new Avalon and new Camry.
 
Your dealer could have ordered one and had it in about three months, but they probably thought they could get you one quicker through their regular allotments of vehicles.

#76 of 782 Re: Wrong Safety Info by [blueiedgod] by harvey44

Aug 09, 2006 (12:19 pm)

Replying to: blueiedgod (Feb 21, 2006 2:01 pm)
None of the vehicles mentioned are among the safest. Measured in deaths per vehile mile - I think Camry's and Accords are at the top. It's not just who get killed when you slam your ten tons into them. Its also - can you avoid accidents, rollovers etc. I'll see if I can find the link.

#77 of 782 Re: Wrong Safety Info by [harvey44] by prosa

Aug 09, 2006 (12:53 pm)

Replying to: harvey44 (Aug 09, 2006 12:19 pm)
None of the vehicles mentioned are among the safest. Measured in deaths per vehile mile - I think Camry's and Accords are at the top. It's not just who get killed when you slam your ten tons into them. Its also - can you avoid accidents, rollovers etc.
 
You also have to take into account the sort of people who buy Camrys and Accords.

#78 of 782 Re: Wrong Safety Info by [harvey44] by andrelaplume

Aug 11, 2006 (11:53 am)

Replying to: harvey44 (Aug 09, 2006 12:19 pm)
I wouldn't call my 02 Camry safe. Even when new the tires spin on wet pavement and the car is crap in the snow. Some say larger cars are worse in this respect and that the Camry is no worse than the Taurus or Accord...not sure. I previously drove smaller cars and never had a problem with FWD.
 
On the other hand my wife's 96 RAV would go thru snow with bald tires with no problem. I hope our new 06 RAV is as good. To me, I'll take the AWD.....safer than FWD.

#79 of 782 Re: Wrong Safety Info by [harvey44] by driver56

Aug 11, 2006 (7:17 pm)

Replying to: harvey44 (Aug 09, 2006 12:19 pm)
People that own accords and camrys tend to be conservative.
Consequently, they will take less chances, lessening their risk of being involved in an accident.

#80 of 782 Re: Wrong Safety Info by [andrelaplume] by suvshopper4

Aug 12, 2006 (10:29 pm)

Replying to: andrelaplume (Aug 11, 2006 11:53 am)
"Even when new the tires spin on wet pavement and the car is crap in the snow."
 
How much of that is the fault of the tires?

#81 of 782 Re: Wrong Safety Info by [suvshopper4] by tidester

Aug 12, 2006 (11:40 pm)

Replying to: suvshopper4 (Aug 12, 2006 10:29 pm)
How much of that is the fault of the tires?
 
As opposed to what? Too much torque?
 
tidester, host

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