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  • Recommended Hitch and Sway Control for a 2023 Tesla Model X
  • Like you said the use of a weight distribution system depends on the vehicle specifications. I checked with Tesla and they do not recommend the use of one due to the unibody construction. Weight distribution systems transfer a portion of the weight of the trailer to the vehicle. A bumpy road will transfer a lot of stress into the unibody of the Model X. The reason that's considered detrimental is that the entire body will bend and twist repeatedly, and could eventually fail. While the...
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  • Recommended Hitch for a 2023 Telsa Model X
  • I checked with our vendors and as of 04/27 the only hitch available for the 2023 Tesla Model X is the Draw-Tite item # 76143. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Tesla with included hardware. It does not have a removable receiver so you wouldn't need to use the magnetic accessory. However, there will still need to be a hole cut in the removable panel for the 2" receiver. I have linked the installation instructions below. You will also need a wiring kit but there are none available...
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  • Does The Kuat NV 2.0 4-Bike Platform Rack Come With The Same Keys For The Cable Lock And Hitch Lock?
  • When buying the Kuat NV 2.0 4-Bike Platform Rack # NV22B-NA22B you will have a cable lock for each bike and a hitch lock for the rack. You will get one set of keys (2 keys) that will be identical. These keys will work for not only the hitch lock, but also for the four bike cables. No need to buy other locking cores to make them match. It comes with all the locking cores already installed and two of the same keys to unlock them both. I like to keep one on my keychain and the other hidden...
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  • Will Redarc Tow-Pro Elite Drain Vehicle Battery
  • Yes, the Redarc Tow-Pro Elite Trailer Brake Controller part # RED44FR draws milliamps of power while in sleep mode but it would take much longer, even several months of the vehicle sitting to completely drain the battery usually. The Tow-Pro Elite will go into a sleep mode when there is no trailer connected to the tow vehicle. This sleep mode is displayed by a "breathing" blue light on the push control. In order to completely cut power to the device you would need to unplug the four...
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  • Can Only Included Cargo Carrier be Used with Hollywood Racks Sport Rider Bike Rack Cargo Carrier
  • The only cargo carrier that can be used safely with the Hollywood Racks Sport Rider SE 4 Bike Rack w/ Cargo Carrier - 2 Fat Bikes # HR1400Z-85-FB that you referenced is the one that is included with this kit. Other carriers might fit the rack setup but the extra weight and leverage of a longer/heavier carrier would potentially damage the bike rack as well as your hitch since that's quite a bit more stress on everything.
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  • Availability of Roof Rack for 2021 Tesla Model X
  • For a roof rack that will fit your 2021 Tesla Model X you need the SeaSucker Monkey Bars Roof Rack - Round Bars - Vacuum Cup Mount - 48" Long # 298-SX6000B. This rack uses vacuum cups to secure to the roof of our EV. It features aluminum round crossbars and a customizable crossbar spread to carry different gear. The nice thing about this roof rack is that it can be removed and stored when not in use. I have attached a review video for your reference.
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  • Weight of the Swagman Trailhead 4 Bike Rack Part # S63380
  • The Swagman Trailhead 4 Bike Rack part # S63380 has a shipping weight of 35 lbs which means the actual weight is around 30 lbs. In order to use this bike rack on your 2017 Tesla Model X you will need a trailer hitch and for that I recommend the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 76143 if you do not already have one.
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  • Hollywood Rack E-Bike Rack Recommendation for Carrying Two RadRover E-Bikes
  • Yes, this is just what you need. Hollywood Racks makes this rack specifically for the heavier E-bikes like your RadRovers with the part # HLY84FR which has an 80 lb per bike capacity and has wider wheel hoops to allow fat bikes up to 5" wide to fit too right out of the box. This will work with a 2" hitch. If you happen to have a 1-1/4" hitch, then you could go with the HLY74FR instead.
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  • What is Distance from Center of Hitch Pin Hole to Ball Center of Buyers Products Ball Mount 33718032
  • On the Buyers Products ball mount part # 3371803210 that you referenced the distance from the center of the hitch pin hole to the center of the hitch ball hole measures 8 inches.
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  • How Much Tongue Weight Can the Draw-Tite Hitch Handle On a 2020 Tesla Model X With Bikes
  • The Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 76143 which is a fit for a 2020 Tesla Model X has a tongue weight capacity of 750 lbs so that is the amount of weight you carry with a bike rack and bikes, cargo carrier with cargo, or on the trailer tongue. That said, the vehicle is likely rated lower so you may want to check with the manufacturer to see what weight they recommend for the trailer tongue if applicable. That said, I don't think a four bike rack would be out of the question...
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  • Does Prodigy RF Brake Controller Need to Be Paired to New Vehicle
  • The Prodigy RF should only have to pair to the remote once and you'd be good from there on out. You don't actually pair the controller to the vehicle as it's really just the remote to the controller. If your setup is losing it's pair that would indicate an issue with the RF and not your vehicle. You'd want to contact who you bought the controller from to see about having it replaced.
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  • Does Trailer Hitch Receiver for 2020 Tesla Model X Have Restriction on Rise or Drop
  • There is not a restriction associated with a ball mount's rise or drop for the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver # 76143 that fits your 2020 Tesla Model X. For a ball mount the one with the most rise we offer is the Convert-A-Ball Ball Mount for 2" Hitches - 10-3/4" Rise, 12" Drop # AMSC12. For 1-7/8" or 2" hitch balls with this mount you'll need the Convert-A-Ball Interchangeable Ball Set # 901b; for a 2-5/16" hitch ball you'll need part # C40007. And for a hitch lock to secure the mount...
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  • Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver Towing Capacity of 2018 Tesla Model X
  • It is possible to upgrade the hitch on your 2018 Tesla Model X with the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit part # 76143 which rated for 5,000 lbs gross towing weight however you are only as strong as your weakest component and in this case that would be the vehicle itself. I took a look at the online owner's manual for the 2018 Tesla Model X and according to Tesla the loaded weight of a trailer towed by the model X with 245/45R19 or 275/45R20 tires should never exceed...
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  • How to Use the Trickle Shut Off on the Phoenix Faucets Replacement Shower Head
  • The trickle shut off is operated with your thumb on the Replacement Shower Head for Phoenix Faucets item # PF276015. I have attached a picture below that will show how to use this function.
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  • LED Trailer Lights Not Working with 2016 Tesla Model X with Tow Package
  • The issue your are experiencing is likely similar to the problems that require adapter # C57003. The LED lights do not draw enough power for the tow package to recognize that they are there. The brake magnets draw more power which is why the controller recognizes that a trailer is connected. The load resistors in the adapter will simulate increased load on the system allowing the LED trailer lights to work. LED lights do not draw much power but the range on your 2016 Telsa Model X is going...
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  • Recommended Hitch for a 2023 Tesla Model X
  • Yes, we do! To add a hitch to your 2023 Tesla Model X, I recommend the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch item # 76143. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Tesla with included hardware. I really like this hitch because it mounts behind your rear bumper cover leaving only the 2" receiver visible. The Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch item # 76143 is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. It has a 5,000 lbs towing capacity and a 750 lbs maximum tongue weight. If you are planning on towing you will also...
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  • Trailer Hitch that Fits 2018 Tesla Model S
  • We have a hitch that fits your 2018 Tesla Model S with the EcoHitch part # 306-X7201 but the hitch you referenced does not fit your vehicle.
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  • Installation of Aftermarket Hitch on 2016 Tesla Model X With Factory Hitch
  • The Draw-Tite # 76143 that fits your 2016 Tesla Model X is not designed to be installed with the factory hitch. To install the Draw-Tite you would need to first have your factory hitch removed, and then the Draw-Tite installed; this hitch has been rated as a difficult install (a 10 on the 1-10 scale Draw-Tite uses) so I strongly recommend having professionals install the hitch. For wiring which will give you a 4-way connector and allow you to power your trailer's lights you need Wiring...
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  • Thread size
  • Kuat and bike rack manufacturers don't like to give that info out but will if needed. Reason being they don't want people trying to use their locks and hitch pins on bike racks they weren't tested on since that's typically why people ask. What bike rack do you have? There might be a better option available.
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  • Tongue Weight Capacity Of The Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver For 2020 Tesla Model X
  • The Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver # 76143 for your 2020 Tesla Model X has a tongue weight capacity of 750lbs so you'll have no issues hauling your Thule T2 Pro XTR Bike Rack for 2 Bikes # TH83JV with 2 Bike Add-On for Thule T2 Classic for 2" Hitches # TH9036XT and four bikes.
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