Expert Answers about Mercedes-Benz
- Which Roadmaster Dual Hitch Adapter For Carrying Bike Rack While Flat Towing
- Since the receiver height and the base plate height of the vehicle is the same, you won't need to worry about keeping the tow bar level.
If your bike rack has an angled shank with a couple inches of rise to it, you could use the # RM-077-6. If the bike rack has a straight shank, you'll want a dual-hitch adapter with a larger rise such as # RM-077-8 for an 8-inch or # RM-077-10 for a 10-inch rise to move the bike rack up and out of the way.
The adapters have a tongue weight capacity...
view full answer... - What Size Are the Bolts Used to Mount the Curt 13018 Hitch
- The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" # 13018 uses M14 x 5.50 grade 8 bolts. There are replacement hardware kits available for the Curt # 13018 by putting that part number into the field marked "Hitch Item Number" on the page for the # RHK.
I've also linked the instructions for this hitch that list the specs of the bolts and the washers.
view full answer... - Air Helper Springs For A 2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500
- The Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement System # TMBRSP25A are confirmed to fit your 2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500.
Using this system will improve your suspension, handling and safety. They will also absorb road shock and improving roll stability. They have an easy installation with no drilling required.
The system has a 11,000 pound capacity but do not exceed your vehicle's weight carrying capacity.
Firestone does not have airbags available for your vehicle.
I attached a review...
view full answer... - Trailer Brake Controller and 7-Way Installation on 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK 350 4-Matic
- We can help you upgrade the trailer wiring on your 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK 350 to the 7-way type to enable use of a trailer brake controller like the excellent Prodigy P3 # 90195.
Kit # ETBC7 includes a 7-way vehicle socket and all of the connectors and components needed to install a brake controller. This will be a hardwire installation as shown in the linked article and video which shows a Mercedes-Benz install.
You can avoid the connection issues and hassles of using wiring adapters...
view full answer... - Are there Left Handed Entry Door Handles Available
- There are not left or right hand door locks but there are door locks that can be installed on either side. So your best bet is to use either something like the Global Link RV Entry Door Locking Latch Kit with Keyed Alike Option # 295-000019 or the Bauer Products Motorhome Door Lock # BA64FR you were looking at and just flip the latch upside down.
view full answer... - Recommended Adapter for 7 Way Vehicle Connector to Tow Trailer with 4 Way Flat Plug
- Thank you for the photo. You've got a 7 way connector on your 2010 Mercedes GL450, so you'll want to use the 7-Way RV to 4-Way Flat Trailer Connector Adapter # HM47365. This will adapt your 7 way to allow you to tow a trailer using a 4 way flat trailer connector. This will work with both LED lights and incandescent.
view full answer... - Parts Needed To Flat Tow A 2011 Jeep Patriot
- In order to flat tow your 2011 Jeep Patriot behind your 2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 you will need a few components.
The first thing you'll need is a base plate kit. This base plate kit connects to the toad vehicle to allow tow bars to be connected to the towed vehicle. For this, I recommend the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BX1130 which is a confirmed fit for your Patriot.
Next you'll need a tow bar; A popular choice with a maximum weight capacity of 6,500 lbs is the Blue Ox Alpha 2...
view full answer... - Can the Lippert Waste Master RV Sewer Hose Be Trimmed?
- While we do not have what you're looking for, but if storage is the issue, then you can just trim the excess of the Lippert Waste Master RV Sewer Hose w/ Leakproof Camlock and 90-Degree Nozzle # LC359724 and glue the pieces back together with the Valterra ABS Solvent Cement # A05-0303.
This will allow you to trim the hose down to a manageable length for your RV and still allow you to use it.
Attached are a couple of videos for you to check out as well.
If you're after something different,...
view full answer... - Trailer Wiring Harness For A 2015 MB GLK350
- The ZCI Circuit Protected Vehicle Wiring Harness w/ 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector and Installation Kit # 19250KIT is confirmed to fit your 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLK Class.
This harness will work on vehicles and trailers with either LED, incandescent, or standard bulb tail lights. This harness may be used on 2 and 3-wrie systems. The tail light circuit is upgraded to work with vehicles using the Pulse Width Modulation, which allows the converter to fully turn on, giving the trailer lights...
view full answer... - Trailer Hitch and Powered Wiring Harness Recommendations for 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML350
- We offer several 2-inch Class III hitches for your 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML350 that can be seen on the link provided. All have the same capacities and will install pretty much identically. Each includes the required mounting hardware and each one will require a little drilling. I recommend the Curt # 13342 since it is the lowest cost option. Instructions are linked along with a helpful article on hitch installations.
The ball mount, hitch pin and clip are sold separately. I recommend ball...
view full answer... - Roof Rack and Compatible Cargo Box for 2020 Mercedes Benz GLS 450
- In order to allow the rear hatch to open with a cargo box like the Yakima Grand Tour # YA74FR attached, you will need at least 48" from the center of the front crossbar to the line where the roof meets the rear hatch. We have not tested this to confirm for ourselves (because of you've got a new model year vehicle), but Yakima does list both the Grand Tour 16 # YA74FR and 18 # YA84FR as confirmed fits on your vehicle.
In order to carry these roof boxes you will need a roof rack kit that...
view full answer... - Can I Put A Trailer Hitch Onto A 2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
- At this current time we do not have a trailer hitch yet confirmed to fit your 2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class. For the time being if you're trying to haul bikes I recommend The Yakima FullBack 2 Bike Rack # Y02634.This rack can hold up to two bikes weighing 35 pounds apiece.
If you could reach back out to me on what you're trying to use the hitch for I may be able find other solutions for you.
view full answer... - LED Lights on Trailer will not Work When Towed with 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML320CDi
- An adapter like the 7-Way to 7-Way LED Trailer Light Adapter, # C57003, contains load resistors which simulate increased power draw so the vehicle thinks there are incandescent lights on the trailer.
Just plug this adapter into the back of your Mercedes, plug the trailer into the new 7-way, and you should be good to go. Your vehicle should now recognize the trailer.
view full answer... - How to Carry 3 Bikes on a 2004 Mercedes-Benz e320 Wagon
- Unfortunately, we don't have any trunk mount racks confirmed to fit the wagon model of the 2004 Mercedes-Benz e320.
The next best option is to add a roof rack to car and carry them on the roof.
The roof rack system I recommend consists of the Yakima CoreBars, part # Y00421, and TimberLine Towers, part # Y33TR.
Then add three bike carriers like the RockyMounts TomaHawk, part # RKY1222.
view full answer... - Flat Tow Components For A 2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Van 2500
- Yes, it is possible to flat tow your 2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 behind your RV.
The Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BLU33MR you inquired about does fit your vehicle, but you're also going to need a couple more things for a complete setup.
You're also going to need a set of tow bars like the Blue Ox Avail Non-Binding Tow Bar # BX7420 which will fit the Blue Ox base plates # BLU33MR, and has a maximum towing capacity of 10,000-lbs.
Finally, you'll need a braking system like # HM39494, tow...
view full answer... - Sway Control for 2006 Mercedes R500 Towing an R-Pod Trailer
- The Curt Sway Control # 17200 is designed to be used with weight distribution systems. If you're not interested in a weight distribution system you can use the Reese Sway Control # 83660 with a bracket.
For the bracket use # RP26003 and for a Class III and larger hitch receiver or # RP26005 for Class II.
view full answer... - Wireless Electric Trailer Brake Controller for a 2010 Mercedes Benz GL 450
- The Tekonsha Prodigy RF Wireless Brake Controller, part # TK94FR, is a universal controller that can work on any vehicle. All it needs to operate is a 7-way trailer connector at the rear of your 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL 450 that has a functioning 12 volt power circuit.
If your Mercedes doesn't have a 7-way on it already you can add one. First you want to add a 4-way using the Hopkins, part # 46255. Then use our # ETBC7 kit to convert the 4-way to a 7-way. You don't even have to install...
view full answer... - How Can I Haul My 2 Inch Kuat Rack With My Ford Truck That Has A 3 Inch Hitch Installed
- When it comes to hauling your Kuat bike rack with your Ford Truck with a 3 inch hitch you will not be able to stack 2 of The Kuat Magnetic Hitch Receiver Reducer Sleeve # KU93VR together. Per the manufacturer it is not designed to be stacked together and it would not work properly. The Curt Hitch Receiver Reducer Sleeves # C45408 is what you will need. Using this adapter will reduce your 3 inch hitch to a 2-1/2 inch or 2 inch receiver and allow you to use your Kuat rack and anti rattle...
view full answer... - Recommended Suspension Enhancement for Mercedes Sprinter 2500 RV
- In general, you could go one of two directions on this, but I think your best option is going to be with a leaf spring assist type solution, since they're going to provide the best sway control because they create an added layer to your existing leaf springs. However, what you're able to use is going to be dependent on whether or not your Sprinter has 2wd or 4wd.
If you've got a 2wd model MB Sprinter, I recommend using the SumoSprings # SSA11MTKT because they're going to help control sway...
view full answer... - Recommended Trailer Hitch For A 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
- When it comes to installing a trailer hitch on your 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4 inch # C11454 is confirmed to fit your vehicle.
The trailer hitch has a bolt-on installation with no welding required, and has a gloss black powder coat finish which is over a protective base coat that offers superior rust resistance. The trailer hitch has a maximum tongue weight up to 200 pounds and will work great with for a lot of different bike...
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