Towing
December-23rd-2005, 10:42 PM
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Towing
I would lke to be able to tow a small sailboat with my Mazda 3. The owner's manual says not to tow anything. Does anyone have any experience with that? Presently, I am looking at a boat and trailer package weighing 1200 pounds, although I might be able to put some of that equipment into the car.
December-24th-2005, 11:07 AM
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It's not really about can the car pull it. It's about can the car stop while pulling it. If its a short distance, less than 3 miles, and not on the freeway, I'd say go for it, but be prepared to void your warranty and shorten the lifespan of your car.
January-2nd-2006, 09:23 PM
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'3' Towing
Thanks for all your replys to my question about towing.
I previously owned a Protege (1992, 1800 cc) with which I towed a boat and trailer combinatin weighing 600 pounds. It posed no problems, except that the brakes felt like a Volvo ... or maybe an American car.
I was also a member of the Miata club, and members towed small trailers.
That is why I raised the question.
Thanks again.
I previously owned a Protege (1992, 1800 cc) with which I towed a boat and trailer combinatin weighing 600 pounds. It posed no problems, except that the brakes felt like a Volvo ... or maybe an American car.
I was also a member of the Miata club, and members towed small trailers.
That is why I raised the question.
Thanks again.
January-2nd-2006, 11:50 PM
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it is NOT recommended at all. It's very possible to do it but it is not safe at all. I wouldn't want any of my loved ones in a car towing a 6K lb trailer when it's not designed for it.
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