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Just woke up at a hotel in Boise, Idaho. So far I can summarize the 850/trailer combo as this: I’m pulling a house.
I’m getting 13.5 MPG at an average 59 MPH. The trailer is VERY heavy, and braking is difficult. The brakes simply don’t “bite”. It’s a good thing I’ve only had to do a full stop only a half dozen or so times.
The roadways are clear and the weather is good. I’ll have pics of the car in a day or so. Not only do I have the trailer but I have a bunch of furniture and goods on the roof/roof rack.
Okay, I know this happened last year but a comment about the braking: It’s a good idea when towing a load that really taxes the vehicle you’re driving, to consider trailer brakes. It makes a significant difference in your ability to stop as well as saves wear and tear on your brake system. If you don’t want to deal with electric trailer brakes you can find trailers that have surge brakes; they activate when you brake and the trailer pushing against your hitch applies pressure to the trailer break pads.
There is nothing worse then going down a steep decline with a large load and inadequate brakes. Been there, done that, had the seat fabric surgically removed from my britches.
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