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09-10-2010, 04:24 PM
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can't finish anyth
2018 30' International
Lauderdale-By-The-Sea
, Florida
Join Date: Feb 2007
Posts: 85
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Back from first run with the T-Reg & the 28CCD
Just did the (mostly flat) trip with the 2010 Touareg V6 TDI pulling my 2010 28 CCD (lightly loaded). I have the Reese dual cam sway control with 1,000# distribution bars (barely lifted).
Here's the report: Woo HOO! Pulls great and handles like a dream. The whole set up is very solid. My TDI has the lux package with the 20" rims with meaty disc brakes on all four air-lifted corners. I LOVE IT.
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Javi
Lauderdale-By-The-Sea, FL
2018 30' International Signature
(Truly Work from Anywhere)
2017 F250 "Super Judy"
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09-10-2010, 04:34 PM
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TJ
1976 31' Sovereign
Calgary
, Alberta
Join Date: Jan 2003
Posts: 26
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Touareg Towing Awesome
Totally Awesome Dude!!
I wondered how the V6 TDI would tow, and congrats on the new Touareg!
I hear rumours that there is going to be a V8 TDI in 2011.
The Airstream is such an amazing trailer to tow, I don't even feel it behind my Touareg. Passed a slow vehicle on the highway, going up a long, very steep hill.
It also makes almost no difference at all in my fuel mileage.
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09-10-2010, 05:09 PM
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can't finish anyth
2018 30' International
Lauderdale-By-The-Sea
, Florida
Join Date: Feb 2007
Posts: 85
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My mileage while towing averaged 14. I get 17-18 MPG normally. That's a lot better that the 8-11 Mpg with my F-150
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Javi
Lauderdale-By-The-Sea, FL
2018 30' International Signature
(Truly Work from Anywhere)
2017 F250 "Super Judy"
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09-10-2010, 10:01 PM
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Vintage Kin
Fort Worth
, Texas
Join Date: Nov 2006
Posts: 8,014
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Quote:
Originally Posted by GolfStream
My mileage while towing averaged 14. I get 17-18 MPG normally. That's a lot better that the 8-11 Mpg with my F-150
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What speed were traveling? Terrain? (Same for old TV?)
And, how did that rig do on the scales?
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09-12-2010, 12:44 AM
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Rivet Master 
2020 30' Classic
Derwood
, Maryland
Join Date: Mar 2010
Posts: 1,515
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Welcome guys - getting ready to tow (one again) coast-to-coast via Steamboat Springs in the Rockies - luv the TD I.
On the straight roads I average about 16-17 mpg around 70ish - with no trailer around 25-26 cruising around 80ish.
My Airstream is a Classic 25fb with ProPride Hitch - the T-Rex smokes my older 2005 V8 Cayenne S in torque and mileage! 
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John "JFScheck" Scheck
2020 30’ Airstream Classic
**I Love U.S.A.**
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09-12-2010, 08:02 AM
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Rivet Master
1977 27' Overlander
Trotwood
, Ohio
Join Date: Jul 2007
Posts: 2,153
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I just wondered where the Speed Limit is 80ish. Id bet money you would gain fuel mileage if ya slow down just a tad,say 70 but 65 would be even better.
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7.3 liter Power Stroke Diesel
1977 27ft OVERLANDER
KA8LMQ
AIR # 22336 TAC- OH-7
May your roads be straight and smooth and may you always have a tailwind!
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09-12-2010, 08:14 AM
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Moderator
2006 19' International CCD
Olathe
, Kansas
Join Date: Oct 2009
Posts: 4,224
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I used own a 2002 TDI Jetta and loved it! We I was shopping for a SUV I walked away from VW because of the problems with the TR. But the V6 TDI has me drooling! How would you rate the 2008 2009 series? I'm ready for a new TV and for size, power and MPG I think VW has them all beat! Also the TDI forums were almost as great as this one. Very helpful site.
Thanks!
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09-12-2010, 12:39 PM
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Airstreamin and luvin it
Commercial Member
2005 25' Safari
Northwest Panhandle
, The Sunshine State/WBCCI 6637
Join Date: Jul 2005
Posts: 1,524
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Speed Limit
The newer 2008 and up models are great to get now.They have no problems like the past ones had and tow just the same as the rest.That would be my choice if I were to get something like that.
In Florida speed limits runs 75 mph on the hwy but everyone drives about 80+ normally.This is without towing though.
I have seen several vehicles that were towing in the past doing the 80+ actually had one pulling an Airstream at one time pass me.Pretty crazy stuff.
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CHANGE IS GOOD.LIFE IS GREAT!
It just cant get any better than that.
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09-12-2010, 12:44 PM
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Moderator
2006 19' International CCD
Olathe
, Kansas
Join Date: Oct 2009
Posts: 4,224
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That is CRAZY! I tow @ 60 but knowing I have the extra power and better MPG would be nice. I miss my old TDI!
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09-14-2010, 03:33 PM
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Rivet Master
2020 30' Classic
Derwood
, Maryland
Join Date: Mar 2010
Posts: 1,515
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Mikethefixit
I just wondered where the Speed Limit is 80ish. Id bet money you would gain fuel mileage if ya slow down just a tad,say 70 but 65 would be even better.
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Haven't done much driving in Cali? - 
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2020 30’ Airstream Classic
**I Love U.S.A.**
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10-20-2010, 03:48 PM
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2 Rivet Member 
1972 Argosy 20
Austin
, Texas
Join Date: Apr 2008
Posts: 34
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Hello,
I own a 20' 1972 Argosy that I have never towed. It has been in the driveway for 6 months now due to lack of tow vehicle. I almost pulled the trigger on a V6 Touareg last weekend. My question is, for my older lighter trailer is the v6 sufficient or should I really be looking at the V8. I am looking at 06-07 models. Any thoughts on year diffs?
Thanks,
Kathy
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10-20-2010, 03:57 PM
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Rivet Master
Some Place with a German Name
, Texas
Join Date: Jun 2005
Posts: 908
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What is the loaded weight of your Argosy when loaded? If you get a V6, get the 07 with the V6 FSI motor. Much more horsepower and more V8 like.
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10-20-2010, 04:05 PM
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2 Rivet Member
1972 Argosy 20
Austin
, Texas
Join Date: Apr 2008
Posts: 34
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Is there really that big of a difference between the 06-07 V6's? I've never towed the trailer, so I've never had the chance to weigh it loaded but here are the specs:
Specs of Argosy:
20 ft
4450 gvwr
2880 fac dry wt
470 tongue wt
Thanks!
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10-20-2010, 04:41 PM
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Rivet Master
Some Place with a German Name
, Texas
Join Date: Jun 2005
Posts: 908
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2007-now 3.6L V6 FSI ~ 276 HP
2004 2006 3.2L V6 ~ 220 HP
You are well within GVWR on the Touareg. Either should tow fine. The 3.2L V6 will get a little breathless when passing, heading into strong head winds and at high altitudes but I have done all of this with my original 3.2L V6 and had no major complaints. Also note that the 2007MY Touaregs had a few extra features that would be nice, like power hatch assist, adaptive xenons and keyless start. The Touareg is an excellent tow vehicle and has understated luxury for much, much less than Porsche, Mercedes and BMW. It is an excellent daily driver.
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10-24-2010, 08:35 AM
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Rivet Master
2020 30' Classic
Derwood
, Maryland
Join Date: Mar 2010
Posts: 1,515
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Even more importantly - the 3.6 has greater torque than the 3.2 had....
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John "JFScheck" Scheck
2020 30’ Airstream Classic
**I Love U.S.A.**
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10-25-2010, 11:59 AM
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Rivet Master
Some Place with a German Name
, Texas
Join Date: Jun 2005
Posts: 908
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Yeah, but not as much as my V10 
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10-25-2010, 08:42 PM
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Rivet Master
2020 30' Classic
Derwood
, Maryland
Join Date: Mar 2010
Posts: 1,515
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Nothing has more torque than that monster V10 out here in North America - but there is always hope they may bring the new TD I V8 over from Europe - more torque and horses than the legendary V10 but with better gas mileage and cleaner emissions... 
Till then - NOTHING CAN TOUCH THE MIGHTY V10 on our shores for Torque-TO-Mileage ratio (and I secretly would love to have one)!!! 
I already drive a bit too fast for many on this forum with my TDI and get many, many dirty looks when running over the mountains as I pass almost everyone going up and over the mountains. I would need a bigger trailer if I had any more engine.... 
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John "JFScheck" Scheck
2020 30’ Airstream Classic
**I Love U.S.A.**
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10-26-2010, 06:19 PM
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Vintage Kin
Fort Worth
, Texas
Join Date: Nov 2006
Posts: 8,014
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Careful about speed discrepancies between vehicles on those big hills. "Slow" may not be the only thing concerning the driver of some rigs on the uphill portion (control problems).
Passing them on the way up isn't the point. Worrying about passing everyone on the way down . . . is.
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11-04-2010, 07:50 AM
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Rivet Master
Some Place with a German Name
, Texas
Join Date: Jun 2005
Posts: 908
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Quote:
Originally Posted by shortcake
Is there really that big of a difference between the 06-07 V6's? I've never towed the trailer, so I've never had the chance to weigh it loaded but here are the specs:
Specs of Argosy:
20 ft
4450 gvwr
2880 fac dry wt
470 tongue wt
Thanks!
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Shortcake, did you get to make a decision?
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11-18-2010, 02:03 PM
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2 Rivet Member
1972 Argosy 20
Austin
, Texas
Join Date: Apr 2008
Posts: 34
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No decision yet....
My target date is January to have the tow vehicle. I had pretty much decided and talked my husband into contributing for an '07 V6 Treg...but then I saw an '04 with 70K(1/2 the age and less than 1/2 miles of my current outback) here in Austin. Now I'm strongly considering this as I could save QUITE a bit of $$$ and put towards a second new vehicle next year. The diff is 7K. 13K vs. 20K for 2007. I know the '04s had a few issues....
Also it doesn't have a tow hitch. Are there any issues with having this installed by VW service shop vs. coming installed from the factory?
Thoughts on '04 vs '07?
I had also looked at the Trailblazer and Durango.
Kathy
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