How Much Can You Tow Using the etrailer Hitch with 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan

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hi. with the e98906, can i attach and tow a 4x8 U-Haul trailer?

asked by: Jon

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The etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver part # e98906 which is a fit for a 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan has a 3,500 lb towing capacity. That said, the rating is for the hitch only and the vehicle may be rated lower. If so, you'll have to abide by the lower of the two ratings. If the loaded weight of the trailer does not exceed the weight capacity of the trailer hitch or vehicle (whichever is lower) then you'll be good to go. Please note, you may also need the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector part # 118675.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Answer 1

The etrailer Class III Receiver Hitch #e98906 referenced in your question is confirmed to fit your 2012 VW Tiguan and it does indeed have a towing weight capacity of 3,500 pounds. With that being said, a towing setup will always be limited by its…

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Answer 2

On most vehicles, the bumper beam is attached to the vehicle frame. A hitch that attaches to the bumper beam (a lot of Jeep and Dodge truck applications are like this) is just as safe and secure as a frame mount hitch. It would take an impressive…

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The Detail K2 Avalanche Snowplow for 2-Inch Hitches #K2AVAL8219 is intended to install into a 2-inch hitch receiver. In most cases a plow will be used on a front-mounted hitch but a rear-mounted hitch can also be used. Rear-mounted 2-inch hitches are…

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Answer 4

Ideally you buy the hitch first, measure the difference in height between the hitch and the bottom lip of the trailer when level and then buy a ball mount that matches the rise/drop so that it can be towed as level as possible. For your 2016 Tiguan I…

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The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 8

Hey Bryan, that's a good question. The pricing can definitely be misleading, but I wouldn't use it to judge the quality of the tire. A lot of that comes down to promotions, inventory, and whether you're looking at a tire by itself or…

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Hey Jonathon thank you so much for all of that additional information! To haul your bikes behind your class C Sprinter motorhome, while flat towing your Mini, I recommend the Hollywood Racks RV Rider Bike Rack item #HLY64FR and the Roadmaster Dual…

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Answer 10

The 5.30-12 tires, being wider, are going to make more contact with the road. This means that the noise, and heat build up will be higher than a 4.80-12 tire but the rolling resistance will actually be less because the tire is larger diameter. The…

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Answer 11

Yes, it will work. You'll just need to cut the Lance 6-pin connector out and rewire it into the etrailer Trailer Wiring 7-Way Upgrade Kit w/ Junction Box and RV Style Connector item #e99011. Here are the individual functions of that Lance 6-pin:…

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Answer 12

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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