Since you mention that you will be carrying a woman's and a child's bike on the Hollywood Racks Express 3 Bike Trunk Mounted Carrier, # HRE3, I recommend using an adapter bar like the Swagman Easy-Out, # 64005, for these two bikes. This bar attaches between the seat post and the handlebar stem and allows the bike to be carried more evenly in the carrier while providing more ground clearance. A men's bike typically has a horizontal top tube so an adapter bar would not be needed. I have included... view full answer...
First, the Prodigy RF brake controller # TK94FR, is not compatible with electric over hydraulic braking systems, so you wouldn't be able to use it with actuator # K71-651.
A vehicle manufacturer could have higher than needed fuses for a given circuit but that is not beneficial because that would allow the electrical device to overdraw and cause damage.
The Dexter actuator only requires a 30 amp circuit to power it unless in temperatures under 0 degrees F. Then it needs a 40 amp circuit.... view full answer...
For your 2014 Mercedes-Benz GL550 I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C13190. This is a custom fit Class III hitch with a 2" receiver. It has a concealed cross tube to help maintain a factory look, with a max gross trailer weight of 7,500 lbs and tongue weight of 900 lbs. It features a gloss black powder coat finish, bolt-on installation, and a limited lifetime warranty.
If you plan on doing some towing, I also recommend the ZCI Circuit Protected Vehicle Wiring Harness # 119250KIT.... view full answer...
I do have options for you but there are no plug-in trailer wiring harnesses for a 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL450 unfortunately. The only way to install a trailer wiring harness would be to splice into the taillight circuits with the Hopkins Active Tail Light Converter with Install Kit part # 46255 and then add the Adapter 4-Pole to 7-Pole and 4-Pole part # 37185 if you need a 7-way. view full answer...
For a 7-way to 4-way adapter I recommend the Pollak 7 Pole to 4 Way Connector Adapter # PK12716. This adapter will plug into the 7-way connection at the back of your vehicle and allow you to then plug in the 4-way from your trailer to power your trailer's signal lights.
I have attached a video review for your reference. view full answer...
When it comes to transporting 4 bikes with your 2013 Mercedes Benz GL450, the best and most cost effective option would be to use a hitch mounted bike rack.
One of my personal favorites is the Thule Apex Swing 4 Bike Rack, # TH9027XT. This bike rack offers my favorite, the swing away option, and is also loaded with tons of other features including built-in anti-rattle device, integrated cable lock, and hold fast cradles. To lock the bike rack to the car you would just need to add Snug... view full answer...
If your 2015 Mercedes Benz GL350 did not come with trailer wiring you would need to start with a 4-way like the part # 119250KIT which will install by attaching to the taillight wires of your vehicle. It uses sensors though so it doesn't require any hardwiring.
Then to convert to a 7-way to be used with the RF you would want the part # 37185. The 4-way would plug into this and then you'd have to run the black wire up to the positive post of the battery with 10 gauge wire like part # 10-1-1... view full answer...
The Tekonsha Primus IQ Trailer Brake Controller # TK90160 is compatible with your 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL450, however it is not the best brake controller and there is not a custom wiring harness available for your vehicle.
If you want a better brake controller, the Prodigy P3 # 90195 is a better option. It has preset boost options as well as an LCD screen to make diagnostics and function easy to understand. For your wiring, the Universal Brake Controller Install Kit # ETBC7 is what I... view full answer...
I recommend the 7-Way RV Upgrade Kit for Trailer Brake Controller Installation - 12 Gauge Wires # ETBC7L for your 2014 Mercedes-Benz GL450. The kit comes with everything necessary to convert your existing 4-way to a 7-way and allows you to keep the 4-way connection.
I recommend the Curt Echo Wireless Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 2 Axles - Proportional # C51180 for your brake controller. Installation of this brake controller is simple and requires no additional wires. It is Bluetooth-enabled... view full answer...
The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C13190 is rated for the 900 lb. tongue weight and 7,500 lb. gross trailer weight that you are looking for. Be sure to check your owner's manual for information of what your GL550 is rated to tow and do not exceed it.
For wiring the Curt Powered Tail Light Converter with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector part # C59236 is the only available option. This will require to use a test light like the Hook Probe Circuit Tester part # PTW2993 behind your tail light... view full answer...
For your 2007 Mercedes Benz GL 450 you would want the Curt Hitch part # C13102. This is the only hitch we offer that has been confirmed to fit your vehicle, but it is a Class III hitch that has a 350 lb tongue weight capacity and a 3,500 lb total trailer weight capacity.
I attached an install video for you to check out as well.
If you plan on doing some towing, I recommend the etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts, 2 balls, a hitch pin with clip, and a carrying... view full answer...
For your 2015 Mercedes GL350 to tow your Toy Hauler, I recommend the Strait-Line Weight Distribution System w Sway Control - Trunnion Bar # RP66084. Weight distribution systems are rated based on total tongue weight which is the loaded tongue weight of your trailer along with any cargo weight behind the rear axle of your towing vehicle. You want a system that has your total tongue weight in the middle of the range. This system has a range from 600-1200 lbs total tongue weight which should... view full answer...
We do not carry an adapter to tow a European trailer with a US spec vehicle and trailer connector. You would have to change the trailer connector or the vehicle connector. Changing the vehicle connector will likely be easier.
Your 2009 Mercedes GL320 likely has as 7-Way blade style trailer connector. So for the trailer side use # H20042. In order to keep the turn signals and the brake lights separate on the trailer you would also need to use a converter, # 118158.
So on the # H20042... view full answer...
We recommend using the Curt Echo # C51180 brake controller for your 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL350. This is a wireless brake controller (controlled via smart phone) that plugs into the 7-Way on your GL350 and applies the brakes on your trailer in proportion to how much your GL350 is slowing down via the inertia sensor. Using a lamp-out sensor like the part # 20142 may be needed to draw enough power for the Echo.
If you don't have a 7-Way on your GL350 then you first need a 4-Way like the Kit... view full answer...
I have a solution for you, but we do not carry a roof basket that is designed to attach to the roof rails on your vehicle.
The best recommendation I can make for you is to use a roof basket that mounts to a set of crossbars. For your 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL, I recommend the Rhino Rack Aero Bar Roof Rack # RRVA126B-2 with the foot pack # RRSX100. These aerodynamic crossbars will create less wind noise than square or round bars. These crossbars have a weight capacity of 165 pounds. It is important... view full answer...
You are on the right track. You will need a set of crossbars mounted to the raised side rails of your 2016 Mercedes Benz GL 450 to carry a cargo box. For that the Rhino Rack roof rack part numbers # RRVA126B-2 and # RRSX100 is what I recommend. This rack gives you crossbars that are aero shaped to minimize wind noise and is very easy to install so I recommend it highly. I attached an install video for the rack on a similar SUV for you to check out too.
With this rack installed you'd be... view full answer...
The highest rated trailer hitch we have for your 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL450 is the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C13102 which does have a class III rating but is limited to only 3,500 lbs. The reason that this trailer hitch is rated so low is because it is designed to fit other GL models like the GL350 which has a much lower towing capacity when compared to the GL450. Therefore, in order to receive a trailer hitch that is capable of your vehicle's maximum trailer towing capacity of 7,500... view full answer...
Take a look at the leaf springs of the trailer. If they look flat instead of bowed up on the ends that would indicate that they are worn out and replacing them would restore lost height. We only have one leaf spring with more than the 7k axle rating you have now with the Dexter Leaf Spring part # DX74XR which is for a 8k axle and is 24-7/8 inches in length.
Otherwise an over under kit part # K71-385-00 would give you a lift of 3 inches plus the thickness of the leaf spring pack your trailer... view full answer...
The Curt Upgraded Circuit Protected Tail Light w Converter Hardwire Kit # C59496 referenced in your question is confirmed to work on your 2014 Mercedes-Benz GL450. This is a hardwire kit that you can use to install a 4-Way connector needed to power the signal lights on your trailer. I have included the installation details for you to check out.
On certain vehicles, such as your Mercedes, there may be an issue with the bulb out sensor when towing a trailer with LED lights. If your trailer... view full answer...
I can help you find the right hitch for your 2016 Mercedes-Benz.
If you meant that you need a hitch for the 2016 GLA 250 then I recommend the # 75223.
If your vehicle is the Mercedes GLE350 there is currently no hitch fit for your vehicle.
I have linked the page with all the hitches for the 2016 GLA250 for your convenience. view full answer...
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