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  • Does Draw-Tite Hitch 75600 for 2011 BMW X5 Include Push Rivets for Plastic Wheel Well Molding
  • For installation of Draw-Tite hitch # 75600 on your 2011 BMW X5 you will not be able to use the included plastic push rivets that come with the hitch. These works on model years up to 2010 but for the 2011 model year your local BMW dealer will have the push rivets to fit the plastic wheel well molding.
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  • Recommended Parts to Add Brake Controller to 2017 BMW X5 with Aftermarket 4-Way Connector
  • The Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter # TK29FR is what you'd use if your 2017 BMW X5 has the factory 7-Way connector at the back. Since you're using the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness # TK47FR that tees in behind the tail lights on your vehicle you need to use the Universal Wiring Kit # ETBC7 instead. This kit comes with all of the wiring and connections you need for a fully-functioning 7-way as well as what you need to get a brake controller up and running. Please note that it might be difficult...
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  • Recommended Replacement Clearance Lights In Place Of Glo-Brite 122R/122Y OEM Light
  • I do have a solution for you, however Glo-Brite is no longer in business and subsequently their parts are no longer available, unfortunately. Instead, what you can use instead is the Optronics Clearance or Side Marker Trailer Light - Incandescent # MC68AB. This light measures 3-1/2" long, 1-2/8" wide, 1" thick, and is made from a durable ABS plastic. Additionally, we do also have the same light available with a red lens # MC68RB if you ever should need it. Attached are a couple of...
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  • Thule Roof Rack Feet and Fit Kit to Install Thule Aeroblade Crossbars on 2016 BMW X3
  • Your older Thule Aeroblade crossbars are luckily compatible with the new Evo flush rail feet, so all you'll need is the # TH710601 feet and the # TH186007 fit kit.
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  • Is a Stabilizing Strap Required on a Hitch for 2018 BMW X5
  • On the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # 13077 for your 2018 BMW X5 there is no requirement for the Curt Cam Buckle Stabilizing Strap for Hitch-Mounted Accessories # 18050. The strap is recommended for use with bike racks and other hitch-mounted accessories to avoid putting too much strain on your trailer hitch. Some Class I and Class II 1-1/4" hitches may require that you use a stabilizing strap to ensure that the hitch does not experience excessive torque while transporting your gear but...
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  • 2022 BMW X3 Roof Rack and Fishing Rod Carrier Options
  • The fishing rod carriers we have are universal mount options but to use them with your 2022 BMW X3 we need to get a roof rack on your vehicle and for that I recommend the Inno Aero Roof Rack System which uses the following: 54" Inno Aero Crossbars - # INXB138-2 Through Feet - # INXS450 Fit Kit - # INTR140 Now that you have a roof rack we can look at various options like the Rhino-Rack 4 Rod Carrier # RR572, the Yakima TopWater # Y04088, or the Thule Rod Vault # TH87YV for fly fishing...
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  • Parts Needed To Install A 7-Way Blade Trailer Connector On a 2017 BMW X3
  • To install a 7-Way trailer connector on your 2017 BMW X3 you will need the Tekonsha ZCI Circuit Protected Vehicle Wiring Harness # 119250KIT and the 7-Way RV Upgrade Kit # ETBC7L to connect to your factory wiring. The Tekonsha Harness # 119250KIT uses sensors to detect when power is traveling through the wiring to the tail lights so that you do not have to splice the wiring on your X3. This will give you a 4-way flat connector. The 4-way flat connector will plug into the 7-way on the...
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  • Recommended Hitch for 2009 BMW 335i Sedan
  • For the BMW 335i Sedan, we offer the Curt Class I receiver, part # 11756. The # 24857 hitch you referenced is for the 328i sedan, and would not fit your vehicle. As long as your rack is compatible with a Class I receiver with a 1-1/4 x 1-1/4 inch receiver and you carry no more than 2 bikes, your rack should work fine. Keep in mind that the Curt hitch warranty states that all non-trailer loads such as bikes and cargo carriers should be supported with a stabilizing strap like part # 18050....
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  • Does the Yakima Replacement Hex Wrench Work on the FreshTrack 4
  • Yes, the Replacement 5/32" Hex Wrench for Yakima Rooftop Carriers - Tamper Proof item # 8880818 also works on the Yakima FreshTrack 4.
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  • Parts Needed To Install a 5-Way Flat Wiring Harness On a 2013 BMW X5
  • You will need the Adapter 4-Pole to 5-Pole Trailer Wiring Adapter # 47515. This adapter includes the wire and tap to connect to the reverse light circuit on your 2013 BMW X5. It will then allow you to adapt the 4-way ZCI Circuit Protected Vehicle Wiring Harness # 119250KIT to connect to your boat trailer with the 5-way harness.
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  • Does 2019 BMW X5 Use Same Trailer Hitch as 2017 Model
  • Since the 2017 and 2019 BMW X5 are from 2 different generations, unfortunately there are enough differences between the 2017 and 2019 model years that a hitch from the 2017 model year wouldn't fit on a 2019. The Curt # 13077 is indeed a fit for the 2017 model, but they don't offer one for the 2019. For the 2019, you'd use the Draw-Tite # 76288. If you'll be towing with the hitch, you'll need a trailer wiring harness, a ball mount and a trailer ball. For wiring, I'd recommend the # 119250KIT....
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  • Questions About Towing a Skeeter SX 170 Bass Boat with a 2005 BMW X3 and Wiring
  • I agree, Draw-Tite is one of the most popular hitches on the market today. For your 2005 BMW X3 the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch, item # 75371, would be a great choice for towing a Skeeter SX170 bass boat. To complete your towing package you will need wiring, a ball mount with pin and clip, and a properly sized hitch ball. I have provided links to the items recommended for your vehicle and some instructions that will help. For mounting the 4-Way connector at the rear of the vehicle...
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  • What Trailer Wiring Harness Should be Used for a 2004 BMW X3
  • We offer the ZCI Circuit Protected Vehicle Wiring Harness w/ 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector and Installation Kit # 119250KIT for your 2004 BMW. The harness features a powered taillight converter that draws the 12 volts to power your lights directly from the vehicle battery, instead of through the lighting circuits. This harness connects to your existing wires without splicing into to the wires. Check out the attached videos to learn more.
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  • Grease Cap PLug Needed for E-Z Luge Grease Caps
  • If you are talking about the Grease Cap Plug for E-Z Lube Grease Caps, the part that you are looking for is # RG04-010 which comes in a quantity of 2.
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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch for 2014 BMW 328i
  • Whether or not this is possible or not is going to depend on what the towing capacity of your 2014 BMW 328i is listed at in the owner's manual. From some quick research, it looks like the towing capacity is 1000-lbs, so you're definitely not going to be able to tow a boat and trailer weighing over 2500-lbs safely. If your vehicle's owner's manual shows that you've got a higher towing capacity than the weight of the boat and trailer, then the Stealth Hitches Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver...
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  • How Many Thule One-Key System Lock Cylinders are Needed for a Rack and SUP Taxi on a 2017 BMW X3
  • The Thule Roof Rack you are seeking has been discontinued for your vehicle. Instead I recommend the Thule rack which consists of parts # TH711120, # TH710601 and # TH186007 for your 2017 BMW X3 with flush mounted rails. You will need 4 lock cores like the part # TH450400 that you referenced to secure the rack to your vehicle. Since the Thule SUP Taxi XT # TH810001 uses 4 locks cores you actually only need 8 lock cores to get everything keyed alike. This can be found with part # TH450800. If...
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  • Recommended Trailer Brake Controller for 2008 BMW X5
  • If your X5 has a factory-installed 7-way trailer connector then I recommend the Curt Echo Trailer Brake Controller # C51180, which simply gets plugged into the 7-Way itself and pairs to your smart phone via Bluetooth. This eliminates the need to splice into any factory wiring on the BMW and doesn't require a separate item to be mounted inside the vehicle, since your phone is what's used to adjust any settings or activate the manual override. I have attached a demonstration video below...
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  • Recommended Concealed Cross Tube Trailer Hitch for 2015 BMW X5 with M Sport Package
  • We have just what you're looking for with the Curt # 13077 which is a concealed cross tube design hitch and has been confirmed as a fit on the 2015 BMW X5 with the M Sport package. This hitch will mount behind your bumper so that only the receiver is visible and provides you with a 2" receiver that is perfect for towing or carrying hitch mounted accessories. This hitch will not interfere with the backup sensors on your bumper, but you will likely need to disconnect them during installation...
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  • Trailer Hitch, Wiring, and Brake Controller for Towing with a 2018 BMW X5
  • To tow a trailer with any vehicle you need a trailer hitch, ball mount kit, and wiring. Since you are needing to tow a trailer that has brakes with your 2018 BMW X5 you will also need a brake controller. The trailer hitch that I recommend using is the Curt # 13077 which pairs nicely with the Curt ball mount kit # C45036. This trailer hitch has a 6,000 lb towing rating and a 600 lb tongue weight rating but you will want to compare these with the weight ratings of your X5 in your owner's...
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  • Recommended Euro Style Drawbar with 7 Rise
  • I may have a solution for you, but we don't have any Euro style drawbars with a 7" rise and after doing some digging I'm not quite sure they are available that tall . With that said, you may be able to use the Curt # C45591 which has a 6-5/8" rise. This would be the closest solution to the 7" you're looking for. If you were willing to use a non-Euro style draw bar, you could use the Brophy # BM96, which has a 5" rise from the top of the shank to the top of the ball mount platform. You...
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