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Originally Posted by Mr. Jan Rooks
As a Dutch engineer, I will advise the other way. We have pulled our TM3023 with a 99 Toyota Sienna from Troy MI to Florida, Vt, Quebec and N. MI without problems. The van does have brake controller and Drawtite WDH. The TM3023 weighs 3300 lbs. Gas mileage 20 mpg w/o trailer 18 mpg with.
We now have a 2006 Sienna pulling a 3450 lb. regular trailer. Went to Florida; 24 mpg w/o and 12 - 14 with the trailer. Since towing is only a small part of the vans mileage, I am gentle on the acceleration and the brakes work well.
It is important to balance the van brakes with the trailers. We also carry the TV spare tire, tool box, lawn chairs in the van. The TV tanks are empty and only one 20 lb propane bottle.
Jan Rooks
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Your setup is very similar to mine!
I'm envious of your non-towing mpg
That's quite a bit better than I've ever gotten but, meh, I love the TV!