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• Hitch, Wiring, Brake Controller, Camera, and Weight Distribution for 2015 BMW X5
  First thing you need to tow a trailer with your 2015 BWM X5 is a trailer hitch like the Curt # 13077 which is mostly hidden and had more than enough capacity for your trailer. Next for trailer wiring you'd want the part # 119250KIT to provide the 4-way lighting functions. To convert to a 7-way and install a brake controller you'd then want the part # ETBC7 with a brake controller like our Brake EVN # TK63VR which is proportional, reliable, and also priced well. For a camera setup for...
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• Hitch Recommendation for 2015 BMW X5 with M Package- not Performance M
  I talked to my contact at EcoHitch and the determining factor with this is whether or not your M package includes the backup sensors or not. If you do not have the backup sensors on your 2015 BMW X5 the ECO-hitch # 306-X7265 will work for you. If your X5 with the M package includes the backup sensors you won't be able to use the ECO-hitch so you need to go with the Curt # 13077 which has been confirmed for use on the 2015 BMW X5 M Sport or M performance. This hitch recommends that the...
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• Recommended Trailer Hitch And Wiring For A 2015 BMW x5M
  Hi Matthew, For a 2015 BMW x5M you would need the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e84AR. This is going to replace the bumper beam and just have the receiver tube sticking out for a cleaner look. The installation is a bit involved because removing the fascia on a BMW requires a lot of care but is doable if you're a DIY kind of person. If not, you can use our installer locator (linked below) to find a shop near you to complete the installation. If you're planning on towing a trailer...
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• Comparing the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch # 75600 and the Curt Trailer Hitch # 13077 for a 2015 BMW X5
  Although the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch, part # 75600, and the Curt Trailer Hitch, part # 13077, are both great hitches that both have a 6,000 lb max Gross Trailer Weight and a 600 lb max Tongue Weight, I recommend going with the Draw-Tite # 75600. The reason that I recommend the Draw-Tite # 75600 over the Curt # 13077 is because the Curt hitch requires that you use a stabilization strap, like part # 18050, for any non-trailer loads like bike racks and cargo carriers per the Curt warranty....
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• Trailer Hitch Recommendations for 2018 BMW X5 M Sport
  Hey Mike, for your 2018 BMW X5 the Curt hitch part # 13077 would be a really great option that is mostly hidden and has great towing capacities. Only the hitch opening hangs below the rear bumper so it's mostly out of sight. Or if you'd prefer something that can be totally hidden we have the EcoHitch part # EH44FR which has a removable hitch opening to give you a totally hidden look when not in use. Do you have trailer wiring figured out already?
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• Replacement Hardware for Curt Hitch on 2012 BMW X5
  Hi Reuben; are you looking for replacement hardware for the Curt # 13077? You can order the complete hardware set, including the rivets, using the # RHK. Alternatively, you could pick up those nuts and washers at your local hardware store. This hitch uses eight NUT,HEX,M12x1.5,CL10.9,YZ and eight WASHER,S-CON,1/2,YZ.
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• How Can I Mount a Kayak Carrier with a Rooftop Cargo Bag?
  I have an answer for you. Since you have Thule AeroBlades that measure 36-38" wide and the Rightline Gear Sport Jr. # RL100S50, that leaves only 6-8 inches for the kayak carrier. We unfortunately do not have a kayak carrier option that is compatible with 6-8 inches of crossbar space. With that being said, the only way to transport a kayak carrier like the Thule Hull-a-Port # TH849000 is to remove the Sport Jr. from the rack. If you still want a bit of roof-top storage space, you can...
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• Hitch Needed to Use Curt Bike Rack with 2014 BMW X6
  As long as you had a hitch installed on your 2014 BMX X6 like the Curt part # 13077 which is a confirmed fit the Curt bike rack part # C18085 would fit and work well. For a tilting bike rack, it's really hard to beat this rack for the money. If you were looking for something entry-level that will still get the job done this would be a really great option!
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• What Trailer Hitch Will Fit The 2017 BMW X5 With M Sport Package?
  Hello Kevin, thanks for reaching out. As far as the 2017 BMW X5, fitment really depends on what hitch you are looking at. For example, the Curt Class 3 Hitch # 13077 fill fit both the M models and non-M models. So in other words, it fits all models of the 2017 X5. Then on the other hand we have the Draw-Tite # 75600 you were looking at. This will NOT fit models with the M Sport package. It is for non-M models only. My recommendation for your 2017 BMW X5 M Sport is the etrailer Class...
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• Comparing Curt and Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receivers For a 2017 BMW X5
  The Curt # 13077 and Draw-Tite # 75600 are both at a weight rating where it could be considered a class III or IV. A class III is rated up to 6,000lbs with up to 600lbs of tongue weight. While a class IV is rated higher there is not a specific number that a receiver must have to be a class IV. You do often see receivers which will say class III/IV since they fall into this similar style weight rating where some manufactures will consider it class III while another will rate it as a class...
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• Trailer Hitch Receiver For a 2014 BMW X5 35i Which Does Not Require Removal Of Impact Structure
  The Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver # 75600 is going to be our closest receiver which meets your requirements on your 2014 BMW X5 35i. The Curt # 13077, Draw-Tite # DT36GR (76903), and EcoHitch # EH44FR (X7403) all require the removal of the impact structure which you do not want to remove. The Draw-Tite # 75600 does not require removal of the impact structure but still will require trimming of the rear fascia as all the receivers for your X5. I recommend installing the Curt...
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• Will Fascia Trimming Be Required to Install etrailer Brand e84AR Class III Hitch on 2011 BMW X5
  Per the linked instructions, the etrailer brand # e84AR Class III hitch will require trimming a 4 x 2-1/4 inch piece of the bumper fascia away. I've linked to an install video for the # 13077 hitch which installs in the same manner.
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• Troubleshooting Trailer Hitch Install Where Holes Dont Line Up
  We see this on occasion and while its super frustrating the issue is that the hitch got bent in shipping and that's why the holes don't line up. If you can find like an open stairwell or some other way to use leverage to bend it back that is totally fine. As long as the paint doesn't flake or creases don't develop the hitch is fine to use. I attached a help article on this for you to check out as well.
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• Recommended Trailer Hitch for a 2018 BMW X5
  No, the Ball Mount for Stealth Hitches Hidden Receiver Hitch # 391BMU7S is not going to fit your 2018 BMW X5. The only ball mount that fits your Stealth Hitches Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver w/ Towing Kit # SH52VR would be the one included in the Towing Kit w/ Ball Mount and Trailer Wiring for Stealth Hitches Hidden Rack Receiver # SH98VR. Realistically, the only thing you can do is swap your hitch out with a regular hitch like the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # 13077 and use a ball mount...
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• E-Bike Rack Recommendation for Gazelle E-Bike Rack for SUV Hitch 2018 BMW X5
  E-bikes are challenging in a few ways for bike racks in ways like you mentioned. The frames are unusual shapes, they are heavy, and they have fenders. This means you need a bike rack that uses unique frame clamps and that have higher weight capacities like the two racks you mentioned. The Thule EasyFold XT part # TH903202 and the Yakima OnRamp part # Y36FR. Most frame mounted platform bike racks use a single hook that you lower onto the top tube of the bike frame whereas these racks have...
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• Parts Needed to Install 7-Way Trailer Socket on 2015 BMW X5
  The Draw-Tite # 75600 and Curt # 13077 are the confirmed hitch fits for your 2015 BMW X5 so long as it is not the M model; for that model we have no hitch. Both of these hitch items are fairly involved installations as hitches go; you can refer to the linked video for the Draw-Tite. For wiring, what you need depends on the trailer you intend to tow. For a basic aftermarket 4-pole harness that just carries trailer lighting signals (for a trailer with no brakes or other power requirements,...
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• Recommended Trailer Hitch Receiver and Wiring Harness For 2016 BMW X5 xDrive 50i W/ M Package
  You are correct that the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # 13077 you were looking at is confirmed to fit your 2016 BMW X5 xDrive 50i and is a great option for towing a trailer due to its 600lbs tongue weight rating and 6000lb trailer weight rating. U-Haul trailers typically use a surge brake actuator and hydraulic brakes so you shouldn't need a 7-way connector. Now if one of the other trailers does have electric trailer brakes you will need a 7-way connector. For either option you will need...
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• Will Curt Trailer Hitch Fit a 2017 BMW X5 with M Sport Package
  The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # 13077 will fit on your 2017 BMW X5 with the M Sport Package, but you will need to cut the rear fascia for it to fit. Attached is an install video we did of this hitch on a 2017 X5 but it didn't have the M Sport Package. We did have someone else install this on an X5 with the M Sport Package and I'm attaching the photo they sent in for you to check out. Let me know what you plan on using the trailer hitch for and I can make some recommendations as necessary.
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• Replacement Installation Hardware Kit for Curt 13077 Class III Hitch
  You'll need our RHK replacement hardware kit. Use the provided link and go to the product description page, type in '13077' in the provided field and choose 'Curt' from the nearby drop down menu. This will get you the necessary hardware to install the # 13077 hitch. I've linked to the installation instructions, as well as to an install video.
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• Mounting Options For 7-Way Trailer Connector On a 2015 BMW X5 35D M Sport
  I recommend the Curt Easy Mount Bracket # C58000 on the end of the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # 13077. This is going to be a solid mount and will handle the weight of the connector and the 7-way harness when they are connected. Using a Mighty Cord Universal 7-Way Mounting Bracket # A10-9394VP attached to the bodywork you are now relying on plastic to hold all that weight. This bracket would be great if it was attaching to steel but I would not feel comfortable with it attaching to only...
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• Trailer Hitch Receiver And Wiring Harness Fit For 2012 BMW X5 M-Sport
  Good questions, and yes, the Curt hitch and wiring harness will fit your 2012 BMW X5 with the M-Sport package. If you take a look at the cut out I added of a customer review, you can see that the hitch is a fit; so exactly what you need is the following: - Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # 13077 - Vehicle Wiring Harness # C59236 You are correct about the brackets as well, though the 18136 bracket was replaced by a different long bracket; so what you need are the Curt No-Drill Bracket # C57202...
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• Higher Capacity Trailer Hitch that Fits 2017 BMW X5
  For your 2017 BMW X5 we have the higher rated Curt hitch part # 13077 that you referenced which can tow trailers up to 6,000 lbs and has a 600 lb tongue weight rating. This would work great and would allow you to tow up to your full vehicle weight capacity.
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• Recommended Trailer Hitch for 2017 BMW X5 M Sport
  The Curt Class III Round Tube Receiver Hitch # 13077 that you referenced is actually the only hitch available that is confirmed to fit your 2017 BMW X5 that has the M-Sport Package. The Draw-Tite hitch that you also mentioned is indeed designed for the BMW X5, but it will not fit the M model. You are correct that Curt does require that a stabilizing strap # 18050 be used with any non-trailer load like a bike rack. This isn't an indication of the strength of the hitch when compared to...
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• Trailer Hitch Recommendation for 2018 BMW X5 M Sport
  For your 2018 BMW X5 M-Sport we have the Curt Class III part # 13077 as a confirmed fit. This is a standard 2 inch trailer hitch is mostly hidden but does not have a removable portion like the Stealth # SH56VR. For trailer wiring you'd want the part # C56190KIT for the easiest install and most reliable converter. If you wanted to do some towing you might be interested in etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts; one with a 3/4 inch rise or 2 inch drop and one with...
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