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Towing and Suby autoboxes

porschenut
porschenut Reader
7/30/15 6:57 a.m.

Got a 2000 outback, and am wondering if towing a 500# trailer will be an issue. Trans was flaky when I bought it but a fluid change and trans X dose has resolved everything. This is not really a grassroots type issue but the knowledge on this forum on keeping old cars alive is excellent. BTW towing a Hobie mirage tandem kayak/sailboat. My new addiction.

nokincy
nokincy Reader
7/30/15 7:16 a.m.

Do it. The 4EAT is pretty tough. If it starts to act up then stop and look into it. 500 pounds isn't a lot of weight.

NGTD
NGTD UltraDork
7/30/15 7:25 a.m.

Rated for 2k lbs towing - should be fine.

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