Expert Answers about Volvo XC70

What is the Distance from the Ground to Top of the Ball on a 2006 Volvo XC70
I do have some measurements using Draw-Tite trailer hitch # 36297. On a vehicle we installed hitch # 36297 on, the hitch measured 11 inches from the ground to the top of the receiver. Keep in mind this is not the same model vehicle and there are bound to be differences in ride height so these measurements should serve as a general guide. Then, when using the correct ball mount, # 36061, as indicated by the hitch manufacturer in the proper rise position, add another 3-1/8 inches to that...
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Comparing Curt And Hopkins Wiring Harnesses For 2011 Volvo XC70
Trailer wiring harnesses for your 2011 Volvo XC70 use powered converters to draw the power for the trailer's wiring. This prevents the taillights of your Volvo from having to power the trailer wiring. The Hopkins kit part # HM11143735 that fits your vehicle runs a line to the positive post of the vehicle whereas the Curt part # C56386 instead runs to the interior light. This is HIGHLY unusual but it is what Curt recommends. So you either would need to run a wire to the battery or to the...
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Wiring Harness for 2016 Volvo XC70 and Running a Wire to the Battery
On your 2016 Volvo XC70, the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector item # C56386 has a wire that runs to the battery for two reasons. The first and main reason is that there is no other source of constant 12v power in the rear of your Volvo. The second is that the powered converter that comes with the wiring harness is designed to reduce strain on your wiring system. This requires it to have a direct power source. If you were to tap into another circuit...
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Weight Distribution System Recommendation for 2011 R-Pod 176T
Speaking in general terms, tongue weight is made up of about 10-15 percent of the total weight of the trailer plus the weight behind the rear axle of the tow vehicle. If your dry hitch weight is approximately 288 lbs with a dry trailer weight of 2,495 lbs and your trailer has a GVWR of 3,788 lbs from what I was able to find online, the Fastway e2 # FA94-00-0600 with a 600 lbs TW capacity would work much better for you than the 450 lb system # FA92-00-0450. That being said, the minimum...
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Using Factory or Supplied Hardware to Install a Trailer Hitch on a 2014 Volvo XC70
Yes, I read it the same way you do. If the end panel on your 2014 Volvo XC70 is flat then you will not use the washers, blocks, or hex bolts for installation. You will use the factory hardware.
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No Brake Lights on Trailer After Installing Curt T-Connector on 2016 Volvo XC70
If your trailer doesn't have brake lights but does have turn signals, the most likely thing I can think of that may be the issue with the Curt # C56386 is the that the trailer has separate turn and brake lights. If it does, that would mean it is on a 3-wire system where the turn signals and brake lights are not on the same circuit. If that's the case what you would need is a converter for the trailer, the Curt # C56196 (note this is not compatible with LED lights).
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Shortest Bike Adapter Bar Recommendation for Use with a Bike Rack
The shortest setting of the # TH982XT that you referenced is 16 inches. The shortest one we offer is the Yakima adapter part # Y02531 at 14-1/2 inches when full collapsed. I attached a picture that shows it's dimensions.
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Parts Needed to Install RF Brake Controller in 2006 Volvo XC70 with 4-Way
Your line of thinking is spot on. To install the RF part # TK94FR in a vehicle like yours that has a 4-way you only really need the # 37185 adapter and then the breaker part # 9510 with 10 gauge wire like part # 10-1-1 (sold by the foot). With that you'd be set. To power the reverse pin of your 7-way would only require you to run to the reverse light of your vehicle. If you wanted to circuit protect it you'd use an isolation solenoid instead ran to the vehicle battery and then use the...
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Brake Controller Installation on 2012 Volvo XC70
In my research, I wasn't able to find any reference to the Volvo XC70 as being equipped with the connector under the dash for installing a brake controller. This means that the vehicle wasn't available from the factory with a 7-way trailer connector, or it was a fairly rare option. You will be able to install a brake controller, using our brake controller install kit, part # ETBC7. The kit includes an adapter to convert an existing 4-pole to a 7-way trailer connector. If you don't already...
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Can Two Malone DownLoader Kayak Carriers Fit on Malone Roof Rack 2010 Volvo XC70
Yes, two of the Malone DownLoader Kayak Carriers part # MPG114MD would fit and work great on the Malone roof rack part number # MPG216 that you have installed on your 2010 Volvo XC70.
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Carbon Fiber Bikes - Why Do You Recommend Bike Racks that Secure the Bike by the Wheel?
You are correct! When someone invests in a carbon fiber bike we automatically assume that they will want to take extra precautions to protect it. This is why we recommend a rack like the Thule T2 Pro 2-Bike Rack, # TH83JV, which uses a ratcheting arm to secure the bike by the front wheel eliminating contact with the frame. No contact with the frame equates to less chance of scratches which equals happy cyclist!
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Will Hopkins Trailer Wiring for 2009 Volvo XC70 Cause Battery to Drain
The Hopkins Plug-In Simple Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # HM11143735 that you referenced draws power from the vehicle battery to power the trailer lights but if there isn't a trailer connected with a turn signal function active the harness would not draw any power. So your battery would not drain itself with this kit installed.
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12 Inch Keel Roller And Bracket
The U-shaped bracket is not something we carry, but we do have a much stronger assembly for the keel roller. I recommend using the CE Smith Deep V Keel Roller Assembly for Boat Trailers - Galvanized Steel/Black Rubber - 12" # CE10405G for a complete mount and roller. We also have the CE Smith Universal-Fit Split Panel Brackets for Boat Trailers - Galvanized Steel - 1 Pair # CE10500G which can be used with the Roller Shaft with Pal Nuts for Boat Trailer Rollers - Zinc-Plated Steel -...
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Will The Yakima Spare Tire Carrier Work With The Thule Canyon XT?
While the Spare Tire Carrier for Yakima Roof Cargo Baskets # Y07076 is not a direct fit to your Thule Canyon XT Roof Cargo Basket # TH859XT you still can get it to work if you drill new holes in the mounting bracket. Right now there is not a specific spare tire carrier that is designed to specfically work with the Thule Canyon XT # TH859XT, however you could also use the Yakima MegaWarrior Large Roof Rack Cargo Basket # Y07080, which the spare tire carrier # Y07076 is designed to be used with.
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Will The Thule Passage 3 Bike Trunk Rack # TH911XT Fit My 2007 Volvo XC70
I checked with Thule and the item you selected, Thule Passage 3 Bike Carrier, part # TH911XT, is a confirmed fit for your 2007 Volvo XC70. You will use Fit Dial Setting number 9 when installing the Thule Passage on your Volvo. Also note that you will not be able to use the rear wiper when the rack is attached to the vehicle. When carrying womens, childrens or odd-shape framed bicycles, I would recommend using the Thule Adapter Bar, part # TH982XT. This adapter bar allows those types of...
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2-Bike Trunk-Mount Bike Carrier Recommendation for a 2009 Volvo XC70
Among our customers the most popular 2-bike trunk-mount carrier for owners of the Volvo XC70 is the Outway 2 from Thule, part # TH45JV. I have linked an installation video for this carrier (used on a different vehicle) to help illustrate. The OutWay includes a number of advanced features, including the patented Thule Fit-Dial system which makes precise installation simple and repeatable. This carrier uses only 2 high-strength cables (rather than wear-prone 4-6 nylon straps of other racks)...
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Will the Thule OutWay 3 Trunk Bike Rack Fit on 2004 Volvo XC70 Wagon
I checked with Thule and they confirmed that the Thule OutWay 3 Trunk Mounted Bike Rack # TH56BV will fit on your 2004 Volvo XC70. The distance between the arms of the rack adjust from 6-1/2 to 10-1/2 inches inches, depending on the dimensions of your youth bike it could accommodate it as-is. If you find that distance to be too wide for your youth bike to fit on the rack you may also be interested in purchasing a Thule Bike Adapter Bar part # TH982XT. This product attaches from the seat...
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Availability of Class 2 Hitch with 2 Inch Receiver for 2007 Volvo XC70
The available trailer hitches for a 2007 Volvo XC70 are all class II hitches with 1-1/4 inch hitch receivers. These trailer hitches have a gross trailer weight capacity of 3,500 pounds and a tongue weight capacity of either 300 or 350 pounds. You could go with an adapter like the Brophy # HTAD which converts a 1-1/4 inch receiver to a 2 inch receiver. However, I do not recommend it because it will reduce your tongue weight capacity by half. If you decide to go with a Class II hitch,...
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Will the Thule T2 Fit a 2015.5 Volvo XC70 with a Draw-Tite Class III Trailer Hitch
Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" Item # 75916 is a great choice for your 2015 Volvo XC70. Once installed only the receiver will be visible. I have linked a video showing an example installation for you. Receiver depth is almost never a problem on a Class III hitch. This particular hitch is open at the back and, even if it wasn't, there is more than 2.63 inches of receiver depth. The Thule T2 Pro XTR # TH69TX will fit when folded down and ready for...
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Trailer Hitch Receiver Fit for 2004 Volvo XC70
We do have a fit for a trailer hitch receiver for your 2004 Volvo XC70, but the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Multi Fit # C13900 will not fit your vehicle. It seems likely you wanted that hitch because it is a 2' receiver, but unfortunately there aren't any hitches with a 2" receiver that fit your 2004 XC70, so you'll need one with a 1-1/4" receiver, the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C12318. If you are going to be towing with this vehicle you'll need a couple more things, the Vehicle...
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