Prius pulling an RV? What do you pull !!

engerysaver

I ordered one, but just got email from etrailer that they are out the stock and won't be able to get one in at the end of July, damm it, but I am needed so I have to wait, do you know any other sell them?? please let me know.

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Khoi Nguyen

 

I saw an "unmodified" Tundra pull the Endeavor Space Shuttle on a commercial, but it was moving really slowly...

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For all the hype, IIRC I think it only pulled it over a bridge or something. I believe the rest of the move was done by some special moving equipment. Still impressive for the Tundra, but not the deal it was made out to be.

 

- http://www.toyota.com/t3Portal/document/om/OM47784U/pdf/sec_02-05.pdf

 

Just because it can be done does not mean it should be done. If you have problems with your transmission or engine sooner then a non-towing prius, guess who gets their warranty claim denied?

As long as we're on word technicalities, Toyota only recommends using engine oil, it doesn't say you have to. I really wish you the best in your towing endeavors, but do realize that the car is not designed for this application - especially pulling more than its own weight up any kind of incline.

 

The question here is not if it is doable, but rather if it's worth doing. Any time one tows a trailer in any car or truck, there is increased wear and tear on drivetrain, brakes, suspension, etc. The thing with prius, as it's not intended for heavy towing, the delta could be very large here. One would have to drive slow, avoid hills, and constantly monitor MGs, inverters, tranny, and engine coolant and oil temps.

 

Wow, and I'm sitting here worrying about getting a hitch and 4 bike carrier.

 

I'm glad I found this thread. I'm thinking about getting rid of my 2005 Grand Caravan for a 2010 Prius with under 30k miles. One problem I had to solve was that of towing our Seadoo Speedster on the 1 or 2 camping trips we take it on each year. The boat weighs 1200lbs and the trailer weighs 400lbs. It sounds like towing it twice a year shouldn't cause an issue. The boat is far more aerodynamic than a trailer. The trailer for the boat does not have brakes. :-(

 

^ and now it's starting to sound dangerous. Adding 1200 lb of weight for your Prius brakes to stop is dangerous. I know I wouldn't want to be on the same highway as you. If something were to happen you can count on being liable for the damages.

 

hi all

I want these part so bad, nobody have them in stock now, does anybody know who carry them had actual have them in hand, I would like to order ASAP.

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Khoi Nguyen

 

engerysaver

I am with you.

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Khoi Nguyen

 

I and, I think, many others would like to hear what you learn from this. There isn't lot of info around about what happens when the HSD system is worked a little (OK, a lot) harder than intended.

Are you monitoring temperatures? I think that if you keep coolant, and the electrical systems within reasonable temperature limits you should be OK.

 

Inverter coolant and MG1 and MG2 temperatures should be monitored. A Scanguage II is one way to do it.

Makes no difference whether you are in Power mode or not, all power mode does is keep you from needing to push the throttle pedal as far. If you are going up grade x at 50 mph, the load on the powertrain is the same in normal or power modes

 

Awesome price

Mike

Mobile on my SGH-i717

 

hi all

I am order one too for 126.46 include shipping from

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Khoi nguyen