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Old 08-16-2011, 01:21 AM   #1 (permalink)
War_Wagon
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Trailer towing with a ... well I don't know?

So I found a good deal on a Boler trailer. For those that don't know the name, it is a little fiberglass camping trailer made in Alberta, Canada. This particular one is a 1971 model. The manufacturer info says it weighs 900 pounds. I think we can safely say the Insight is not an option to tow it. But I can't find any info on the towing capacity of the Jetta. (1992 IDI turbo diesel, 5 speed). I know trailer towing isn't a common theme in ecomodding, but if it's possible I would much rather use the Jetta than something like my Comanche. Comanche can tow 4000 pounds, the Previa is good for 2500 pounds, but this is only 900! I found testimonials of people using Jettas to tow dirt bikes, sea doos etc, that are close to that weight range, but that doesn't mean it's 1. safe 2. legal 3. a good idea. Anyone have any input on this?

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