If you will be towing a trailer with LED lights then you will likely need to use an adapter with a lamp-out sensor like the Tow Ready # 20142 or Curt # C57003 that you referenced. Both of these adapters will accomplish the same task; plugging into an existing 7-Way on your Audi and providing a new 7-Way that is able to recognize the LED trailer lights. The only difference between the two items is the bracket/housing and the wire extension on the Curt # C57003. If you don't need this and... view full answer...
I would be happy to make a recommendation for a trailer hitch for your 2021 Audi Q5.
Between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C13331 and Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver # 76183 I recommend the Curt # C13331 due to it allowing the rear bumper beam structure to be reinstalled for extra strength in the rear of the vehicle, and requiring less modifying to the rear bumper fascia.
Draw-Tite has mentioned that in their testing that with their hitch installed the bumper beam structure... view full answer...
The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4" # C11448 and the Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4" # DT24950 are rated for the same capacities and attach in the same locations. I recommend the Draw-Tite above the Curt for this vehicle because the Curt class I hitches require a stabilization strap # 18050 for any bike carrier, cargo carrier, or other accessory under their warranty.
If you will be towing, I also recommend wiring... view full answer...
For your 2016 Audi A3 the correct part number for the Curt hitch is part # C11399. Curt recommends using the Curt Trailer Hitch Support Strap part # 18050 to reduce chucking and jarring for all non-towing applications. The support strap must be used to abide by their warranty. The Curt hitch is made in the U.S.A. This is a great option for you.
If you can tell me what you will be using the hitch for, I would be glad to offer some additional recommendations for you but in the meantime,... view full answer...
It doesn't look like we have had a chance yet to install the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver part # e94CR on a 2020 Audi Q5 yet so I don't have any specific measurements for you. That said, based on the install photos we have of this and the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 306-X7397, I can confidently say that the etrailer hitch sticks out further than the EcoHitch. The greater extension means better compatibility with folding accessories like bike racks and cargo carriers... view full answer...
The Curt # C13277 and the etrailer hitch part # e88KR are both very similar as they are made by the same company with big difference being that the etrailer hitch has a matte finish and the Curt has a gloss finish. The Draw Tite # 76076 is a similar design by a different company. It has a slightly higher towing capacity at 7,700 lbs compared to 7,000 lb which is it's biggest advantage. The others are rated at 7,000 lbs.
We do find typically that the consistency and quality control is best... view full answer...
The Thule T2 Pro XTR Bike Rack part # TH23JV and the Swagman Semi 2.0 # S64686 are very similar. Both only contact the bikes loaded on them by the wheel and both are platform racks. The biggest difference is that the Semi is a little bit lighter in weight and comes with the ability to be used in either a 1-1/4 inch or 2 inch hitch.
Either would work well but I would recommend the Swagman as it is lighter, works on both hitch sizes, comes with hitch locks, and costs less.
I attached a... view full answer...
The size and weight of 4 bikes is normally quite a lot to deal...especially if you want the convenience of a platform rack. The Saris Freedom part # SA4414B however is a great compromise as it is relatively lower weight and not nearly as large. It's only about 10 lbs heavier than the Thule Apex part # TH9025XT and since you want solid support and ease of use overall the Saris is the way to go. view full answer...
We have not had a chance to install the Draw-Tite # 75218 on a 2015 Audi Q3 yet so I do not have the exact ground clearance measurements, but based on the two manufacturer provided installed photos I believe you are correct that it will give more ground clearance than the Curt # C13238.
If you are planning on towing with your Q3 you will also need a vehicle wiring harness # 119250KIT, and a hitch ball, ball mount, and hitch pin and clip which can all be found in the etrailer Ball Mount... view full answer...
The Thule Vector M, part # TH613201, and the Vector Alpine, part # TH613500, are both great cargo boxes for your 2019 Audi Q7. They have the same crossbar spread requirements and have the same amount of cubic feet inside.
The main difference is the inner and outer dimensions. The Vector M measures: 83-1/2" long x 34-1/2" wide x 14" tall outside and 73-1/8" long x 25" wide x 11-9/16" tall inside. The Vector Alpine measures: 91" long x 35" wide x 12-1/2" tall outside and 80-1/2" long x 25-1/8"... view full answer...
Both the Curt Spectrum # C51170 and the Redarc Tow-Pro Elite # RED44FR are excellent brake controller options for your 2016 Audi Q5 but in comparison I recommend going with the Tow-Pro Elite over the Spectrum.
Although both controllers can be used as proportional brake controllers (they activate your trailer brakes at the same time and with the same intensity as the brakes on your Q5) the Tow-Pro Elite can also be switched to "User Control" mode which means your trailer brakes will activate... view full answer...
You're correct the J-Pro2, part # MPG117MD, is a newer model of the J-Pro. The difference between the two is the J-Pro2 has more padding to protect the kayaks. Other than that and the color they're basically the same.
The DownLoader, part # MPG114MD, has the ramps and is compatible with the Telos XL, part # MPG351XL, which is the additional load assist available from Malone. The upright arms can be folded down when you're not using the carrier for better roof clearance in case you park... view full answer...
Camco Power Defender voltage protectors, parts # CAM55301 and # CAM55306, have a bit more protection than the circuit analyzers, parts # CAM55310, # CAM55312, and # CAM55313.
Both the analyzers and protectors have diagnostic lights for faults but beyond that the analyzers are just surge protectors. The voltage protectors go a little further by detecting the voltage and shutting off if the voltage level falls below 102V or goes over 132V. The voltage protectors also reset themselves... view full answer...
I can see why this might be confusing. The Curt # C59236 is a complete wiring kit that comes with the wire to run from the converter module to the battery, where if you went with the Curt # C56190 you would also need the Powered Converter Wiring Kit # 55151 for the wiring and fuse to run to the battery. The Curt # C59236 also has a slightly higher amp rating for the tail lights/turn signals, so I recommend going with that-it's also a complete kit so there's no need to worry about adding... view full answer...
You are on the money that the least visible hitch for your 2018 Audi Q5 is absolutely the Stealth Hitches Hidden Rack Receiver # 391AUDQ518.
The reason for that is this is the only hitch available for your vehicle in which the receiver portion is removable, so it will be like there isn't a hitch on your Audi at all. The EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver # 306-X7397 has a hidden crosstube, but the receiver portion will always show. But with the Stealth Hitches option, when you're done... view full answer...
On the surface, there is a lot of similarities between the Curt Spectrum Trailer Brake Controller # C51170 and the Redarc Tow-Pro Elite Trailer Brake Controller # RED44FR, but the Redarc is truly the superior option in every way for your 2019 Audi Q5.
Since you don't have trailer wiring in your Audi you will need to add ZCI Vehicle Wiring Harness # 119250KIT and Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller # ETBC7, though the Spectrum also needs the Wiring Adapter for Curt Trailer... view full answer...
Yes, we have two hitches for your Audi S5. Both options are Stealth Hitches that conceal nicely behind the bumper of your car when not in use.
The first one is Item # 391AUDA4A5S509 this hitch has a 350 lbs maximum tongue weight and would be used for bike carriers and cargo carriers but not for towing purposes.
The second option is item # 391AUDA4A5S52T this hitch has a higher capacity and can haul up to 3,500 lbs behind it as well as be used for bike and cargo carriers. It also comes... view full answer...
The Hollywood Racks Sport Rider SE would be a good choice. The only difference between the # HLY74FR and # HLY84FR bike racks is the hitch receiver size the rack is compatible with. The # HLY74FR will work with 1-1/4 or 2 inch hitches, while the # HLY84FR is only compatible with 2 inch hitches only. Either rack would work great for you, but the # HLY74FR would offer you some flexibility of you'll be using the rack on more than one vehicle.
Because the RadRunner has a step through frame,... view full answer...
The difference between the Stealth Hitches Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver w/ Towing Kit - Custom Fit - 2" # 391AUDQ518T and the Stealth Hitches Hidden Rack Receiver - Custom Fit - 2" # 391AUDQ518 are few.
They are the same hitch receiver. One comes with accessories like a ball mount and ball for towing trailers.
If you are going to be towing a trailer you will need the # 391AUDQ518T.
If you are going to be using hitch accessories you will want the # 391AUDQ518. view full answer...
I can understand why this is confusing! The Stealth hitches like the # 391AUDQ319 are a bit of a different animal than a conventional hitch, and the receiver that it comes with is designed only for carrying hitch mounted accessories like a bike rack. If you're going to want to tow with your 2020 Audi Q3, you'll instead want to use the # 391AUDQ319T which has a specially designed ball mount and 2" hitch ball that is designed for towing with the Stealth hitch. If you look at the notes for... view full answer...
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