Trailer Hitch, Wiring and Ball Mount for 2008 VW Rabbit

Updated 06/14/2018 | Published 06/12/2018

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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"

(45)

$188.44

1-7/8" Hitch Ball - 3/4" Diameter x 2-1/8" Long Shank - Stainless Steel - 2,000 lbs

(335)

$34.81

2" Hitch Ball - 3/4" Diameter x 2-1/8" Long Shank - Stainless Steel - 3,500 lbs

(335)

$38.90

Curt Class II Drawbar - 2-5/8" Rise, 3-1/4" Drop - 9-3/8" Long - 3,500 lbs

(2275)

$40.52

Curt Powered Tail Light Converter with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector

(1685)

$76.69

Curt Hitch Pin and Clip for 1-1/4" Hitches - 1/2" Diameter x 2" Span

(2935)

$3.27

Question:

need to buy a motorcycle trailer hitch and required accessories. Renting motorcycle trailer from UHaul. I have a 2008 Volkswagen rabbit

asked by: Cristiana R

Helpful Expert Reply:

For your 2008 VW Rabbit the Curt # C11074 is a fit and is a Class I hitch with a 1-1/4" receiver that has a maximum towing capacity of 2,000 lbs and tongue weight capacity of 200 lbs.

For wiring which will give you a 4-way connector and allow you to power your trailer's lights you need Wiring Harness # C59236 which will give you a 4-flat connector. The correct ball mount for this hitch is # C45016 and depending on the hitch ball size your motorcycle trailer's coupler accepts you will need either 1-7/8" hitch ball # A-80 or 2" hitch ball # A-82. Finally, to keep the ball mount firmly in place in your hitch you need pin and clip # F-4.