Subaru as a TOAD

[CaptPat]

Hi am considering purchasing a Subaru Outback or Forester with MT as a TOAD, would appreciate any feedback on this choice. My primary criteria is something I can tow four down, no additional modifications (tranny lube pump or drive shaft disconnect) and I'd like to avoid GM or Chrysler products.

Thanks

Pat

[Algoma]

We have a 2007 Forester and it works great. I fitted the Blue Ox baseplate myself which wasn't too big a job. I also use the EvenBrake unit so I didn't have to modify the brake system.

[Seattle Skier]

I tow a 00 Outback with a 5sp trany. It tows fine, no complaints. We have run the battery down a few times usualy towing at nite. The car tracks nice and rides good behind the RV. No special needs to tow flat 4.

Seattle Skier.

[skipwil]

Just a question- Skier : Why did the battery run down? My toad lights are powered by the m/h voltage; the same as a boat trailer would be from the tow vehicle. Not a problem - just wondering.
Safe Journeys...

[pixguy]

Quote:

Originally Posted by Algoma We have a 2007 Forester and it works great. I fitted the Blue Ox baseplate myself which wasn't too big a job. I also use the EvenBrake unit so I didn't have to modify the brake system.

Hey John, Do you have a auto tranny or manual??

IE: Is a manual tranny necessary

Bill

[Algoma]

You can't tow the automatic you have to have a manual.

[madrone]

Does your Forester add miles to the odometer when being towed? I have
a new Subaru I have been setting up as a Toad and hate the idea of using up my warranty towing it.

Steve
'95 Winnebago Luxor AllSteer 37
'08 Subaru Legacy GT Spec B

[Algoma]

No. Like all modern cars the odometer is electronic and only registers when the engine is running.

[jeepsrule]

I'd love to get a Forester but don't want to drive a manual transmission. You can't pull any of the Subaru's four down with auto transmissions.

[Algoma]

Here is the definitive answer.

https://www.subaru.com/my-subaru/faq.html

[CaptPat]

Well I purchased an Outback with manual transmission, tows great and no worries about periodically starting it up to run fluid through the transmission. Besides it's a fun car to drive.