Tow Vehicle

After everything is done, trailer is purchased, hitch is installed at the r.v. dealer, w/d sytem is all set, I find out that the tongue weight exceeds my T.V.s rating. i was fixated on the tow capacity of 2700 pounds. The 172 i bought is 2120 pounds, plenty of room. I dont carry lots of cargo. I guess the tongue weight on the subaru outback is max 200 pounds do to crumple zones they have in the rear, to make for more crash safety. I had a 1500 pound popup that i pulled with my other subaru crosstrek, which had a capacity of 1500 pounds. i pulled that thing no sweat, even in the mountains ok lake george N.Y. . With 1200 pounds of more towing capacity and only a 600 pound heavier trailer, what could go wrong. It probably would be ok, but i cant bring myself to risk being sued , or face charges of recklessness. If anything happened, they would jump on that. I'm currently looking to get a 2014 toyota tacoma sr5 i found with 8600 miles on it (brand new). I think a few of you use them to tow. Not sure if it has a tow package, but it does have a hitch set up and 7 pin plug. I'm seeing 3500 pounds tow capacity minimum on this vehicle. I cant seem to get a straight out answer on tongue weight capacity. I am still looking for answers, does anyone know here? i cant imagine it isnt able to pull this trailer.

thanks for that.

Any Toyota dealer should be able to run the vin and tell you every option the truck has from the factory.

Ok, when i look at the tow package list on new trucks, it appears the difference is a tranny cooler, oil cooler, and power steering cooler. Is there no difference in the trucks suspension or maybe gear ratios?? if i got this truck, and had the coolers added later, aren't i getting a 6500 lb tow vehicle?? they say the tow package is 650 bucks. Is that available if i wanted? this crap is so confusing. Thanks in advance.

Ok, will do. Love having these forums to help out. Merry christmas everyone, and if you celebrate something else, happy holiday, be well, and enjoy