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#39 of 58 Re: 1999 rav4 towing [danpcfl] by blufz1 Jan 12, 2008 (5:18 pm)
Replying to: danpcfl (Jan 11, 2008 5:03 am) I tow a small 700lb. Bass boat with my Accord and you should have no trouble loading your js. Just be slow and smooth. Always set the parking brake if you are on the ramp and loading it by yourself and have to leave the car.
#40 of 58 Re: 1999 rav4 towing [danpcfl] by rallymaster Jan 22, 2008 (7:31 am)
Replying to: danpcfl (Jan 08, 2008 4:55 am) My friend actually pulls a 2000lb boat with his minivan and it has front wheel drive.   He does have a few issues sometimes when pulling his boat out of the water especially if the conditions are sandy (like when sand is lightly dusted on the pavement). When its wet he *sometimes* has issues too... keep in mind 2000lbs too.   But to fix the wheels from spinning be sure you have someone with you, look at the wheel that is spinning, and have that person lean on your car over that wheel (feet off the ground for safety) if you can call that safe but it works great.
#42 of 58 Towing with 2008 Limited by darren_sunset Feb 12, 2008 (2:46 pm)
I would like to hear experiences towing. I have a 2800 lb boat/trailor and not convinced this engine/suspension is capable of towing without a lot of wear. Also, how big a hassel not being able to open the back door when hitched?   thanks, darren
#43 of 58 Re: 2006 Rav4 Tow Prep Option [koyztoy23] by rosey282 Feb 22, 2008 (3:33 pm)
Replying to: koyztoy23 (Apr 30, 2006 11:15 am) I have recently purchased a 2008 rav v6 sport. I intend on towing my 17 foot 2800lb boat with it. I have added the trailer package and the dealership is confident that towing should not be an issue. I am looking for feedback from those who tow in this capacity.
#44 of 58 Re: Rav4 prep pkg [friendly_jacek] by ebuchert Feb 24, 2008 (11:41 am)
Replying to: friendly_jacek (Jun 25, 2006 7:00 pm) Ok I purchased the wiring harness, and routed the wire however I have not been able to figure out how to connect to the junction box on the dash. The instructions say " disconnect the rear junction block connector (18p). Route the wire harness as shown into the (18p) Unfortunately the diagram does not look like my 2008. Any Ideas?
#45 of 58 where is the junction block connector? by ebuchert Feb 24, 2008 (11:43 am)
trying to hook up towing wire harness from dealer.
#46 of 58 Rav4 Towing without Tow Prep Package ( TO) by hank119 Apr 28, 2008 (4:43 pm)
I'm having difficulty obtaining a 2008 Rav4 Limited V-6 with the tow prep package. Toyota's web site says that the V-6 models can tow 2000 Lbs. without the tow prep package.  Has anyone any experience towing a boat without the tow prep package. Although my trailer load is about 1750 lbs. I like to have a comfortable margin when launching and recovering. Replies to this message: dtown (May 01, 2008 6:30 pm)
#47 of 58 towing prep by ebuchert May 01, 2008 (4:18 pm)
u should hold out for the package regarding increased cooling and larger alternator. Wiring for the harness is not a lot of un. Replies to this message: hank119 (May 02, 2008 6:47 am) bradhexum (May 16, 2008 6:14 am) timcoyne (Jun 04, 2008 6:00 pm) and 2 more... rted (May 07, 2009 5:11 pm) nitecap (May 08, 2009 2:07 am)
#48 of 58 Re: Rav4 Towing without Tow Prep Package ( TO) [hank119] by dtown May 01, 2008 (6:30 pm)
Replying to: hank119 (Apr 28, 2008 4:43 pm) Let the dealer install the trailer wiring to the rear of the Rav, then have your hitch installed at an aftermarket shop. Toyota hitchs are VERY expensive compared to aftermarket.

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