R-pod Owners Forum : Tow vehicle?

R-pod Owners Forum : Tow vehicle? http://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : Introduce Yourself : Tow vehicle? Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Sat, 02 May 2026 00:48:11 +0000 Wed, 18 Jul 2012 20:51:53 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=2473 R-pod Owners Forum http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png http://www.rpod-owners.com/ Tow vehicle? : We just bought a 2011 Rpod 177... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2473&PID=26150#26150 Author: kozyinn
Subject: 2473
Posted: 18 Jul 2012 at 8:51pm

We just bought a 2011 Rpod 177 and we will tow it with a 2010 GMC Yukon.
Plan to camp in one more week and then we will know how well it travels.]]> Wed, 18 Jul 2012 20:51:53 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2473&PID=26150#26150 Tow vehicle? : Thanks so much to all for your... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2473&PID=23497#23497 Author: Iain m
Subject: 2473
Posted: 10 Apr 2012 at 8:43pm

Thanks so much to all for your advice. Much appreciated. I have some thinking to do. Iain]]> Tue, 10 Apr 2012 20:43:52 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2473&PID=23497#23497 Tow vehicle? : We just bought our 171 and... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2473&PID=23485#23485 Author: CinRan
Subject: 2473
Posted: 10 Apr 2012 at 7:47pm

We just bought our 171 and are going to pull with a Hyundai Santa Fe with factory tow package. That was the factor we used to say ok.. The factory tow package on cars is much more detailed than just putting a hitch on your car.]]> Tue, 10 Apr 2012 19:47:05 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2473&PID=23485#23485 Tow vehicle? : I had a Equinox that we used to... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2473&PID=23474#23474 Author: pmjensen
Subject: 2473
Posted: 10 Apr 2012 at 12:22pm

I had a Equinox that we used to pull our Pod. It had a 3500 lb rating. Here in So. Tx it's pretty flat but we tend to have a lot of wind. We never had any problems pull it, but I was always a little concerned. We now put with a 2011 Nissan Frontier SV. It really is a lot better pulling with it. If it were me I it was affordable I would get something with more power and a higher tow rating.]]> Tue, 10 Apr 2012 12:22:21 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2473&PID=23474#23474 Tow vehicle? : For the avalanche it does not.... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2473&PID=23376#23376 Author: Rabbit
Subject: 2473
Posted: 03 Apr 2012 at 10:57pm

For the avalanche it does not. The most interesting point driving today was weather to use tow/haul or not. Hills yes, flat road no. We averaged 11.3 mpg on a 250 mile trip.
We had the master mechanic do our run through. His job during the season is spent on the road repairing units.
I read these post everyday looking for advice. Works well. Hope to see some of you on the road.
Ray & Lois
]]> Tue, 03 Apr 2012 22:57:50 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2473&PID=23376#23376 Tow vehicle? : Does your owner's manual... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2473&PID=23372#23372 Author: Outbound
Subject: 2473
Posted: 03 Apr 2012 at 9:41pm

Does your owner's manual say anything about frontal area of the trailer in addition to the tow capacity?]]> Tue, 03 Apr 2012 21:41:04 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2473&PID=23372#23372 Tow vehicle? : I would say you are on the light... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2473&PID=23370#23370 Author: Rabbit
Subject: 2473
Posted: 03 Apr 2012 at 9:04pm

I would say you are on the light side. What is the RAV weight compared to the Pod. This is the explanation I was given. The closer the two are in weight the more dangerous it is to tow. I tow with a 2004 Avalanche and had a semi pull in real close to me today. The effect on me was rather pronounced.]]> Tue, 03 Apr 2012 21:04:54 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2473&PID=23370#23370 Tow vehicle? : Welcome. Our Toyota Sienna is... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2473&PID=23369#23369 Author: techntrek
Subject: 2473
Posted: 03 Apr 2012 at 8:37pm

Welcome. Our Toyota Sienna is rated for 3500 pounds, and it was fine with our much heavier popup. However, the pod has a very large wind load at highway speeds and I'll be looking to move to a Suburban in about a year. When we hit a headwind its a real battle.]]> Tue, 03 Apr 2012 20:37:21 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2473&PID=23369#23369 Tow vehicle? : In the process of towing mine... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2473&PID=23365#23365 Author: Swift-Pod
Subject: 2473
Posted: 03 Apr 2012 at 6:03pm

In the process of towing mine about 1500 miles from WI to the Gulf Coast with my Tacoma. Glad to have the extra towing capacity yesterday when we hit 70 mph headwinds and driving rain in MS. I would opt for something heavier then the RAV if it were possible. Duanne]]> Tue, 03 Apr 2012 18:03:57 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2473&PID=23365#23365 Tow vehicle? : Welcome. It depends on the... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2473&PID=23362#23362 Author: Goose
Subject: 2473
Posted: 03 Apr 2012 at 4:32pm

Welcome. It depends on the type of terrain that you we be driving in, fairly flat you maybe happy with the Rav4. If you are going to be in the mountains you may find that with the V6 the going is a little slower. We started out with a 3.3L V6 Caravan an found it to be to light on power for the hills in the southwest and for winds over 20 MPH. Hope that this helps. Goose]]> Tue, 03 Apr 2012 16:32:57 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2473&PID=23362#23362 Tow vehicle? : Welcome! IMHO......I would... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2473&PID=23360#23360 Author: Guests
Subject: 2473
Posted: 03 Apr 2012 at 4:31pm

Welcome!

IMHO......I would be thinking of something with a longer wheelbase and more horsepower - if that is within your means. I towed my Pod with a 2008 GMC Canyon with a 3200lbs tow rating. It was miserable towing and I'm sure the truck would not have lasted long.

]]> Tue, 03 Apr 2012 16:31:02 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2473&PID=23360#23360 Tow vehicle? : I'm looking for advice on... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2473&PID=23359#23359 Author: Iain m
Subject: 2473
Posted: 03 Apr 2012 at 4:20pm

I'm looking for advice on the suitability of a Toyota RAV4 V6 front wheel drive for towing a171 or 177 rpod. It just seems too small despite it's rated towing capacity of 3500 lbs. Do I really need a larger vehicle? Thanks. Iain]]> Tue, 03 Apr 2012 16:20:03 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2473&PID=23359#23359