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  • Can Tuson DirecLink Brake Controller 335DL-100 Install on 2016 Volvo VNL780
  • I don't believe a 2016 Volvo VNL780 has electric brake wiring since they are setup for the air brakes of a semi truck trailer but the Tuson DirecLink Base Model Trailer Brake Controller # 335DL-100 can still be used as long as it has a 12 volt electrical system. You'd just need to hardwire the controller to the truck using it's included universal wiring harness. The white wire goes to ground, black to 12 volt power, red to a stoplight circuit (typically at the brake pedal switch), and...
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  • Does 2024 Volvo XC60 Recharge Rear Bumper Fascia Need to Be Trimmed to Install a Hitch Receiver
  • Great question, Tex! You are correct that both the Curt # C92WR and Draw-Tite # 76194 trailer hitch receivers have the same basic design for your 2024 Volvo XC60 Recharge. We actually had the opportunity to install the Curt on a 2024 XC60 so if your XC60 Recharge has the same cutout in the bumper that we show in the video (and I've attached in a photo) then you won't have to trim anything or hammer anything into place. If the rear bumper on your XC60 Recharge doesn't have the cutout then...
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  • Recommended Hitch for a 2024 Volvo XC60 Recharge
  • No, I am sorry we do not have any pictures or instructions of the Oris Hitches Detachable Hitch item # TS76VR installed on a 2024 Volvo XC60 Recharge. We haven't had an opportunity to install this hitch yet. What I do have, that I hope helps, is an installation video and instructions for the Stealth Hitches Hidden Rack Receiver item # SH87FR, which is almost an identical set up. I have attached these below. We actually installed this hitch on a 2023 Volvo XC60 Recharge and took a couple...
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  • Recommended Roof Rack and Rooftop Cargo Box for 2017 Volvo XC90 With Flush Mounted Rails
  • I would be happy to get you exactly what you need. To do so, I would first need to know if your 2017 Volvo XC90's roof has side rails on top that are raised or if they are flush to the roof (basically, if there is a space underneath the rails on top of your roof or not). If you can get back to me with that info I can get you exactly what you need.
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  • Which Wireless Trailer Brake Controller Is Best
  • Hey Brandon, I would strongly recommend sticking with the Tekonsha RF brake controller part # TK94FR. We know this works really well and it sounds like it worked well for you too. The Curt Echo is not reliable enough for me to really ever recommend it for anyone. The Autowbrake part # 3430001 is a really solid option too but the overall feedback we've gotten is that the RF is best overall. The Curt Truu Course part # C94VV is perfectly compatible with all of the mentioned controllers.
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  • Stealth Hitch And Towing Kit For 2024 Volvo XC90
  • Hello Geoff, thanks for reaching out. We do offer a stealth hitch and wiring package for the 2024 Volvo XC90. For that, I recommend the following: - Stealth Hitches Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver w/ Towing Kit - Custom Fit - 2" # SH27FRT This comes with everything you need to pull a trailer. You get the stealth hitch and rack receiver, plus the towing kit with active harness. The hitch has a max towing capacity of 6,000 lbs so this will be plenty strong for a 2,500 lb enclosed trailer....
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  • Replacement Security Hex Wrench For Yakima PowderHound 6 Ski Carrier
  • We have exactly what you need, though the wrench you mentioned won't work with your Yakima PowderHound 6. I checked directly with Yakima for you and verified the correct replacement hex wrench is the following: - Replacement 5/32" Hex Wrench for Yakima Rooftop Carriers - Tamper Proof # 8880818
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  • Does Adding ETBCL Only Require Power & 4-Way For Curt Echo Brake Controller
  • Hey Paul, Yep, you do have the steps correct, with one small part missing. You'll need to plug in your 4-way, run the power wire to the battery, and also attach the ground wire to install the 7-Way RV Upgrade Kit for Trailer Brake Controller Installation # ETBC7L. You didn't mention the ground wire so I just wanted to be thorough so there were no surprises. But no splicing or anything, and the after that you'll have a 7-way able to use the Curt Echo Wireless Brake Controller # C51180. It'll...
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  • Is There a Trailer Hitch Receiver For a 2024 Volvo S60 For Carrying Bikes?
  • It appears that none of the aftermarket manufacturers have a hitch option for your 2024 Volvo S60. I recommend visiting a local fabrication shop in your area to determine if they can help you with a Weld-On Receiver # E17. If they determine there is no way to install a hitch below your chassis you will want to consider using a Yakima FullBack 2 # Y02634 or 3 # Y02633 bike rack which will mount to your trunk. These racks will require a Adapter Bar # Y02531 if you have an alternative or...
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  • Extra Long Weight Distribution Hitch to Tow Travel Trailer with Truck's Tail Gate Down
  • Using a standard hitch extender isn't going to be your best option because they will reduce the weight capacity of your hitch and you'll have trouble finding one long enough that is rated high enough for your 7,000 pounds travel trailer. A better option is an extra long shank of your weight distribution system. The Equal-I-zer Weight Distribution Shank # EQ90-02-4600 is 18 inches long and will provide either 8 inches of rise or 4 inches of drop. The hole spacing is 1-1/4 inches which...
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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch for 2018 Volvo XC60
  • We sure do! For your 2018 Volvo XC60 I recommend the Stealth Hitch # SH87FR if you mainly intend to use it for a bike rack or a cargo carrier. If you intend to tow with your Volvo, then I recommend the # SH87FRT which is the same hitch, but also comes with everything that you need for towing a trailer. You will also want to verify the towing limits of your vehicle by checking your copy of the owner's manual. You will just need to follow whichever limit is lower, the vehicle's or the...
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  • Trailer Hitch Installation For Draw-Tite 76194 On A 2016 Volvo XC90
  • Hello Bill. The Draw-Tite Class 4 Hitch # 76194 is what I recommend for the 2016 Volvo XC90. The install is a bit more on the difficult side because you do need to remove the rear bumper completely, as well as trim part of the bumper and the heat shield. Our installation video is linked below if you want to take a look and see how your feel. That said, we do offer installation services at our shop here in Wentzville MO (near St. Louis). If that is too far for you, we may have an installer...
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  • Does the Oris AK41 Hitch Block the Foot Sensor on a 2021 Volvo XC90?
  • Yes, it does. The Oris AK41 Hitch with Detachable Hitch Receiver item # TS76VR only blocks it where the 2" receiver sits and you do not want to be kicking that spot anyways. The Oris AK41 Hitch with Detachable Hitch Receiver item # TS76VR is custom fit for the 2021 Volvo XC90. It is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver that has a 3,500 lbs towing capacity and a 350 lbs maximum tongue weight. I really like this hitch because when you're not using it you can remove the receiver and not...
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  • Recommended Replacement Rubber Strip for OEM Crossbars on a 2018 Volvo V90
  • Scott, it looks like you are correct, Thule does make the crossbars for Volvo's. Really you can use any rubber strip to replace the missing one, you'd just need to know the channel width. For instance if you needed a 3/4" wide strip, then something like the Replacement Cover Strip with Pattern for Thule AeroBlade Edge Cross Bars # TH69JH would work great.
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  • Will Installation of Oris Hitch on 2019 Volvo XC90 T6 Require Trimming/Interfere With Kick Sensor
  • Hi Clayborne; installation of the Oris Trailer Hitch with Detachable Hitch Receiver # TS76VR will require trimming on your 2019 Volvo XC90 T6. It will not interfere with the hands free kick sensor. The trimming is underneath the bumper for the receiver to fit so it won't be visible. See the attached photos. What will you be using the hitch for?
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  • What Bike Rack do You Recommend for Transporting an E-Bike on a Truck and Travel Trailer?
  • I have a solution for you. Any time you use any adapter like the MaxxTow Hitch Adapter # MT70032, you reduce the overall weight capacity of the hitch by 50%. With that being said, that will reduce your trailer's hitch to only 65 pounds of available tongue weight. Since the OnRamp # Y36FR already weighs 39.5 pounds, that leaves only 25.5 pounds of available tongue weight on the rack. This is extremely dangerous. We unfortunately do not recommend going this route even if you plan on further...
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  • Ball Mount with 2-5/16 inch Hitch Ball to Fit OEM Hitch of 2022 Volvo XC90
  • Your 2022 Volvo XC90's factory hitch is basically a standard 2 inch trailer hitch so for a ball mount solution that will allow you to use a 2-5/16 inch hitch ball you'd want the Curt # C45030 and then for a hitch ball the part # C40005.
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  • What Replacement Rubber Strip do I Need for My Thule Aeroblade not Aeroblade EDGE Crtossbars?
  • Hello Jeff, Then correct replacement for your Thule Aeroblade (not the edge) is the Replacement Rubber Strip for Thule Aero Load Bars 53" # TH853354407. The Replacement Cover Strip with Pattern for Thule AeroBlade Edge Cross Bars - 59" Long # TH69JH is designed for the Edge, so it will not sit in the channel correctly. What do you mainly use your roof rack for?
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  • Replacement Lid Lifter for Odin Roof Cargo Box
  • Since we know the Odin roof boxes are rebranded Thule boxes the lid lifter you are looking for is the part # TH14936 that you referenced.
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  • Recommended Wireless Brake Controller for a 2021 Volvo XC90
  • Jess, so yeah the Tuscon # 335TSC-1000 would work but it's going to require quite a bit of wiring so when you go to switch trailers you're going to need to do a lot to transfer the unit. I'd instead recommend going with the Curt Echo # C51180 which is 100% wireless. This brake controller just plugs into your 7-way and works in conjunction with the app to provide your trailer with brakes. This would require no wiring, and can easily be moved from vehicle to vehicle.
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