Receiver Length Behind Hitch Pin On EcoHitch Trailer Hitch Receiver For a 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan

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Need to fit a Yakima Dr Tray bike carrier which has a locking system built in. The locking device which expands inside the receiver needs at least 2.75” past the center of the pin hole in order work properly. Since pin hole position is usually a standard distance from the front of the receiver, either the entire length of the receiver or the length from the pin hole to the the back end of the receiver will do. Please advise. Thank you.

asked by: Heinz D

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I recommend installing the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver # 306-X7393 on your 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan to use with your Yakima Dr Tray bike carrier. This receiver has a length of 3.25 from the hitch pin center hole to the back of the receiver. The Receiver # 306-X7395 only has 2" behind the pin hole center and will not allow you to properly use your anti-rattle that is built into the Dr tray.

I recommend installing the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness # 118811 when you install the receiver. This will give you a 4-way flat connector if you ever need to pull a trailer. It can also be used with Auxiliary Lights # C53201 in the event your carrier impairs the view of your tail lights.

expert reply by: Bud M

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Answer 1

Hello Chris, Both are great options, and for me, the decision would really come down to the installation process. The Draw-Tite #DT53GR is much easier to install, though it does require trimming the fascia. I’ve attached a picture for reference—the…

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Answer 2

Good question, Michael! The Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch #75691 is listed as a Class IV as it has a 12,000 pound towing weight and 1,200 pound tongue weight rating when using weight distribution, which is typically the max for a Class IV. Class…

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Answer 3

The main difference between a Class III hitch and a Class IV hitch is the capacities they set for the hitches. Class III hitches are rated for up to 6,000 lbs GTW with 600 lbs TW whereas a Class IV is rated for up to 12,000 lbs GTW and 1,000 TW. For…

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Answer 4

Hey David, welcome back and congrats on the new SUV! You are correct the Curt Hitch item #C13381 you purchased back in 2020 does indeed fit your new 2024 VW Tiguan. The Replacement Hardware Kit for Trailer Hitches item #RHK is going to get you set up…

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Answer 5

Just based on install picture I can tell that the EcoHitch part #306-X7395 is going to sit more flush with the bumper of your 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan than the etrailer #e43ZR although I can't get you exact dimensions as we haven't had a chance…

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Answer 6

The only difference between the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver part #306-X7395 and the EcoHitch Stealth Trailer Hitch Receiver part #306-X7393 which are both fits for a 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan is that the Stealth model allows you to remove the…

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Answer 7

The best hitch for a 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan is the etrailer item #e43ZR. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your VW with included hardware. This hitch fits all models of the 2023 Tiguan. The etrailer item #e43ZR is a class III hitch with a 2"…

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Answer 8

The Ecohitch part #306-X7395 and the etrailer hitch part #e43ZR are very similar hitches that fit your 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan which accomplish the same goal. They provide a mostly hidden hitch where only the hitch opening hangs below the rear bumper.…

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Answer 9

I have one that does but the Hidden Hitch item #DT62GR will not. It will come out behind the bumper and hang significantly lower then your factory receiver. Instead, I recommend the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch item #306-X7395. This hitch is custom…

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Answer 10

Not all vehicles can handle the additional amperage draw of the trailer taillights on the vehicle taillight circuits. Those vehicles need setup that draws power from the battery. Some vehicles have higher rated circuits that can handle this, and…

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Answer 11

I strongly recommend running the 12 volt power wire from the Curt Wiring Harness, #C59496, directly to the vehicle battery. The 12 volt accessory circuit was not designed to support the additional load of a trailer wiring harness. A wiring harness…

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Answer 12

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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Receiver Length Behind Hitch Pin On EcoHitch Trailer Hitch Receiver For a 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan

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