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Originally posted by RobJ:
[QUOTE]I've got a diesel pickup that will do most of the hauling...except for those times when I have to tow BOTH trailer AND boat.
Are you talking about pulling it as a set? I know this may be legal in Idaho, but adding a camping trailer in front of (always put the heavier trailer up front) and then pulling the DB behind that may be a chore. Seen lots of "mishaps" happen with that kind of set-up, and watch out for windy days!


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Originally posted by RobJ:
[QUOTE]Does the boat cover really help that much on the towing resistance/drag????
Makes a HUGE difference in pulling the Clacka. The Clacka has a rear storage area at the back, so there is an access hole that acts like a "speed brake".

With that Subaru, hauling my boat above 50 mgh. would be like dragging the cat across the carpet by his tail. The Subaru may be "rated" for that weight, but it doesn't mean they expect you to haul it down the freeway, and STOP IT using the factory brakes. Plan ahead for stopping, and use the gears/tranny, as it will add thousands of miles to the use you'll get from a set of brakes.

Spend the extra $ and have a proper cover made for the boat...it will save you a lot of wear and tear, gas, and abuse of your Subaru when your trying to get somewhere at freeway speeds. Is the limit still 75 in Idaho on I-84?

Mike