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This custom-fit trailer hitch with a hidden cross tube installs behind your vehicle's rear bumper, leaving only the receiver visible beneath it. Aluminum and steel alloy construction is durable and eco-friendly. Powder coat finish resists rust.
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The EcoHitch Hidden trailer hitch is designed to be as inconspicuous as possible. The hitch's cross tube bolts onto your vehicle's frame, behind your rear bumper. No drilling or welding is required. Once the hitch is installed, only the receiver will be visible beneath your bumper. This means that your vehicle can maintain its stylish, from-the-factory look, and you won't have to do any major modifications to its body or frame.
With a combination of aerospace-grade aluminum, steel, and stainless steel, each EcoHitch is made of a strong metal alloy that will withstand the test of time. The lightweight alloy is composed of recycled materials. Traditional steel hitch manufacturing can use coal or oil, which can contribute to harmful gas emissions. The EcoHitch's recycled materials limit the carbon footprint during manufacturing, so you get a sturdy trailer hitch while also helping the environment.
This EcoHitch trailer hitch is tested for durability and sturdiness. Using Finite Elemental Analysis (FEA), individual points of stress on the hitch can be detected and remedied. Designers can accurately test the hitch to ensure that it will meet or exceed SAE J684 standards. The EcoHitch Hidden trailer hitch is carefully researched and strength tested for a durable, high-quality hitch that can resist damage while on the road.
At etrailer.com we're committed to the products we sell, and to our customers. Our experienced and knowledgeable staff are available via both phone and email to address your questions and concerns for the lifetime of your hitch. The technicians at etrailer perform hitch installations on a daily basis, making them a valuable resource for do-it-yourselfers. The one-on-one, personal service you'll receive comes straight from an expert in the towing and automotive field. We've installed it, we've wired it and we've towed with it, so whatever your question, we can answer it.
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All hardware included. Perfect fitment on my 2016 GTI. Didn’t come with template to cut bumper. Took a few tries, started small, but I have a perfect snug fit now.
I'm not sure where the issue occurred, but like another owner, I had to straighten the hitch assembly prior to installation. It wasn't a big deal, but should not have been necessary. The unit looked to be packaged well, and box had no damage. Mine was welded correctly.
I'm looking forward to carrying bikes with it. Once installed it's sturdy and should last as long as I have the car for sure.
In general I do like the hitch and would give it 5 starts. But there are a few problems:
a) It's not 100% compatible with the 2019 Golf R
b) The instructions that I found for trimming the bottom part of the bumper are not correct either.
The compatibility issue is related to the mounting bolts. The 2019 Golf R in the US comes with blind spot monitors. The sensors are mounted at the rear corners of the car and use the impact bar bolts to mount. On the driver side that's not a problem, since they just get "sandwiched" under the mounting bolts. But on the passenger side they use bolts with threads on both sides and get mounted to the skinnier end (see pictures). Yet, the mounting HW kit for the hitch does not come with those screws - which basically means you are screwed. Technically you are not supposed to use the factory screws and you can't use the screws that come with the hitch.
Regarding the trimming instructions - the cutout has to be at least 4" wide and also at least half an inch deeper than the drawings that were posted here.
Also, when you install it don't use a ramp like I did, use stands so that the wheels are hanging off the car - that'll give you more room when dealing with the screws in the wheel well. I used a car jack to lift the car up a bit so that I can get in there...
Product was not welded straight, II had to use some force to make it square with the car, see details.
Once I was able to adjust the shape of the hitch square. it fit excellent and tested with a bicycle rack.
I originally went with this product because it sits higher than the rest of the alternatives on the market, and the stealth mounting is a win for sport car appearance.
Dennis K.
7/19/2020
Hitch is sitting solid,I use it for my MTB weekends only. Hitch is showing some signs of rust in the corners and angles, I guess it is unavoidable in NY weather. Im getting compliments on the way this hitch looks and letting people know I got if from you guys. thanks
great product, installation was relatively simple. the video helped a lot. covered everything you need to know. the instructions weren’t in the box so cutting the hole in the fascia was tricky.
but all good.
The product is solid, functional and looks great.
The directions were a little difficult to follow and in some cases incorrect. I had to find a video on etrailer, and one on youtube to verify the odd wording in the directions.
listed issues with directions:
* I had to reuse two OE bolts as the ones that came weren't compatible with my 2019 sensor attachment on the rear passenger side (2 ouside bolts).
* the hanger bolts were confusing, the directions make it seem the mounting bolts are the temporary hanging bolts. look closely and the images on the online directions and use logic.
* the valence needed a 4 1/4" cutout to allow for the receiver to pass through instead of the recommend 3 1/4" cut out
* the directions didn't mention anything about the foam on the bumper. It fits back on.
The result was really nice though. It's almost completely hidden and looks pretty much stock. I'm very impressed overall. The job wasn't hard, but very time consuming ~3Hrs of slow careful work so as not to break anything.
Hope this was helpful
The ecoHitch hidden trailer hitch installed flawlessly with no issues on my 2015 Golf R. The install took less then 2 hours with my mechanic and the instructions made everything go through super smooth. I would advise cutting the notch for the bumper a little smaller then the instructions ask for as it makes the bumper more flush to the hitch.
Very pleased with the results and the look. Very flush.
I’m so stoked with the sleek appearance and light weight of this toe hitch! Thanks so much!
Hitch seems like it is decently made and fits well with only some minor trimming on the bottom of the diffuser. The instructions are pretty crappy and if you have park assist then you’ll have to re-use some of the factory hardware which is borderline too short for 100% confidence as far as strength goes. It seems like with just a little effort on improving the install instructions with pictures or schematics that are actually legible and some updated hardware then this hitch would be an A+
Functionally, this is working out great on my 2019 Golf R. I use it with a hitch mounted double bike carrier. My only complaint is some cosmetic surface rust inside the receiver. This formed immediately, before I even began using the carrier, but it has not gotten worse over the last year, even with repeated use.
Jamie
10/13/2023
Year 2 is now complete. The surface rust has not changednot gotten worse, still just cosmetic, and still confined to the inside of the receiver. The main thing I worry about with an aftermarket product like this is the bolts loosening with time. Its not like I can inspect them hiding behind the bumper, and they are just bolts. The receiver is not welded onto the frame. As far as I can tell, it is still rock solid. This has been a great solution for me. Carrying bikes behind the car is more convenient and so much quieter than on the roof.
I forgot to take into account the weight.. this is going on a car that does occasional track days haha. Otherwise, great. (Obviously it’ll be heavy, it’s a damn tow hitch)
I like a lot. Only comment is that the receiver hitch is a little tight and I had to sand out the inside a little so that my bike rack could attach.
The hitch was as expected.
Overall a good product. Cool they offer a 2 inch hitch on a vw golf/gti. Not made from aluminum as stated in the description. Heavy steel.
Install note: this does fit a 2019 Golf/ non GTI but not without major trimming of the skirt. The instructions call for a two inch notch to clear the receiver, but on the 2019 golf the skirt juts in two inches higher than a GTI or Golf R. I had to trim a two foot section off the skirt of the bumper basically exposing the entire draw bar in the process. It still looks fine, is higher than other hitches, but it is definitely not hidden anymore. Still like it due to the bigger receiver opening. Much better for using with a bike rack on bumpy dirt roads.
The hitch was easy to install and the directions and video were exact in what needed to be done. Took about 2 hrs to install. Looks great and like it was made to be part of the car. We will use it for a bike rack. Impressive and the quality of the hitch was excellent.
My son installed the hitch in just a couple hours. Pretty straight forward on installation.
I am so happy with the look of the hitch (hidden) on my golf. I have used it and it is game changer when it comes to hauling my bike.
Thank you for making a great product.
Fits perfect on my 2016 Golf R! Using it for a hitch mount bike rack and it is solid as a rock.
Very easy to install. As soon as i dropped the bumper the bolts lined up perfectly. All i had to do was drill the bolts in and then hang the bumper back and i have towed multiple motorcycles and other heavy objects and nothing has shifted moved or wore!
Fits perfectly on my mk7 golf r (2016). Instructions were perfect and everything fit great. The edging for the piece of the cut bumper was a nice touch.
Easy install but does not fit under the bumper cover seamlessly, bulges the plastic “diffuser” in 2 high spots(2019 golf). Other than that it’s solid.
Install went pretty good and the fitment is also nice. In my opinion it was definitely worth the money.
My second order and these guys are Great!!! Having installed next week and hope all is well!
Perfect
works out great
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Hagen
4/7/2021
After a year Im still very happy with the hitch. Im using it at least every other weekend with my Küat Sherpa bike rack. And I have not had any problems with the hitch.