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  • Bike Rack for a 2014 Volkswagen Beetle with a Panoramic Sun Roof
  • Unfortunately, there is no available trunk mounted rack for a 2014 Volkswagen Beetle with a panoramic roof. Your best option is to use a SeaSucker brand roof rack such as the Talon, part # 298-BT1004. This attaches to the roof using vacuum cups. This will require that the bikes you use are equipped with a removable front wheel and fork. A wheel-mount only option is available as a trike rack, part # 298-BD1005. Another option is to install a trailer hitch to your vehicle. I recommend...
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  • Bike Carrying Options for 2014 Volkswagen Beetle TDI Convertible
  • We do have a solution that would allow you to carry up to two bikes on your Beetle convertible, but after checking with all of our trunk mount bike rack vendors, I found that none of the trunk mount options we offer would be compatible with your TDI Convertible. Your best bet would be to install the Curt Class I hitch, part # C11354 and then use a 2 bike rack like the Swagman Trailhead, part # S63360. If you're planning on carrying women's bikes or bikes with a sharply angled top tube,...
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  • Hitch Recommendation for a 2014 Volkswagen Beetle Gas Coupe
  • Yes, the Curt Hitch part # C11260 that you referenced has been confirmed to fit your 2014 Volkswagen Beetle gas coupe as long as it is not turbocharged. There is no drilling required to install this hitch either. Draw Tite states that it should only take about 30 minutes to install this hitch. The Swagman XTC2, part # S64670 is one of the most popular racks because it's so easy to use, and because the rack has an angled shank that would raise the bike rack up by three inches providing...
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  • Trailer Hitch Recommendation for a 2013 Volkswagen Turbo Gas Convertible
  • The Curt Hitch part # C11354 has been confirmed to fit both the convertible and turbo gas models of your 2013 Volkswagen Beetle so it would work well for you. The correct ball mount would be part # C45521, for a 1-7/8 inch ball part # 19256, and for a 2 inch ball # 19258. For trailer wiring you would want a # C59496.
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  • Recommended Bike Rack For a 2017 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible
  • Yes, I recommend the Thule Hitching Post Pro Rack # TH934XTR for your 2017 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible. This will require a Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C11354 for the bike rack to fit into since there is not a truck mounted bike rack confirmed to work with your convertible. The rack is capable of supporting 2 bikes by their frame top bar. If you have an alternative type frame an Adapter Bar # TH982XT will be needed to secure the bike in the carrier. I do recommend getting a Curt T-Connector...
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  • Supplemental Brake System Recommendation for 1971 Volkswagen Bus for Flat Towing
  • The SMI Stay-IN-Play DUO Supplemental Braking System # SM99251 would be a great option for your 1971 VW Bus as it is brake booster compatible and because it's one of our installers favorite systems to use because of how well it works and how much easier it is to install than other similar setups.
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  • Is K-Source Mirror for 2012 Volkswagen Beetle KS72529V Gloss or Satin Black
  • The picture of the part # KS72529V shows what you will receive if you order this mirror. Basically the top portion is a gloss black and the lower portion is a textured black.
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  • Roof Rack Solution for 2016 Volkswagen Beetle for Cargo Box
  • The only roof rack solution we have for your 2016 Volkswagen Beetle is the SeaSucker part # 298-SX6000B which uses vacuum cups to secure to the roof of your vehicle. Then you could mount a cargo box like the Thule Sidekick part # TH78GC.
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  • Trailer Hitch for a 2017 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible for use with a Bike Rack
  • The Curt trailer hitch # C11354 is a fit for the 2017 Volkswagen Beetle convertible. This is a Class I trailer hitch so your bike rack will also need to be rated for use with a Class I hitch and you will be limited to 2 bikes maximum. The Curt Hitch # C11354 has the receiver and cross tubes visible on the vehicle. There isn't one that is hidden that fits your Beetle. Wiring is not included and that is something you will want to get locally since in your area the lighting requirements and...
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  • Trailer Hitch and Bike Rack Options for 2013 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible
  • Curt trailer hitch part C11354 is a fit for your 2013 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible. I have included a photo of the hitch on a similar Beetle so you can see that the hitch is fairly well hidden under the vehicle. For bike racks you will be limited to 2 bikes on a Class I hitch. I recommend the swagman Trailhead # S63365 rack Curt also says that you have to use stabilization strap # 18050 when using their hitch with non-trailer loads such as bike racks or cargo carriers.
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  • Can Furrion RV Stereo # DV3300 Fit 2002 Winnebago Itasca RV
  • The Furrion RV Stereo - Double DIN - HDMI, AUX/USB, Bluetooth, NFC, App Control # DV3300 is designed to fit the standard RV double din dimensions like what you'd have in your 2002 Winnebago Itasca so this would fit and work well.
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  • Recommended Hitch and Cargo Carrier for 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible
  • I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C11354 for your 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible. This is a Class I hitch with a receiver opening of 1-1/4" x 1-1/4" providing a maximum tongue weight of 200 lbs. Because it is not recommended to tow with the Volkswagen Beetle, there is limited receiver hitch options and recommended use should be limited to accessories such as lighter loads on cargo carriers and bike racks. We have the Curt Cargo Carrier for 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches, # C18145....
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  • Recommendation For Bike Rack For 2017 Convertible VW Beetle
  • The Thule Passage 2 Bike Carrier, Item # TH910XT, will not work with your convertible 2017 VW Beetle and will only work with a hardtop without a panoramic roof. To have a bike rack, your best option is to add a hitch specially designed for your car. The Curt Class I Hitch, Item # C11354, is designed for your convertible and has a 1-1/4 inch receiver so that you could carry a hitch bike rack. The Swagman XC 2-Bike Platform Style, Item # S64650, is a solid 2 bike rack that secures your...
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  • Towed Vehicle Wiring Recommendations for my 2017 VW Beetle and my 2017 Chrysler Pacifica
  • We have what you will need to accomplish this. You will install the Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 4-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit part # RM-15247 on one of your vehicles and then the Roadmaster Universal Hy-Power Diode Wiring Kit part # RM-152 along with the Pollak Heavy-Duty, 4-Pole, Round Pin Trailer Wiring Socket part # PK11404 on the other. This will allow you to use the same coiled pigtail that is included on both vehicles.
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  • Trailer Hitch and Bike Rack Recommendation for a 2013 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible
  • There is one trailer hitch that will fit your 2013 Volkswagen Beetle convertible and it is Curt hitch # C11354. I an not sure what 10 inch extension tube you would need. The receiver is not recessed 10 inches under the car, it is pretty much right at the back. If you were to use Thule rack # TH9045 then you will not have to tilt the bike at all since this rack holds the bikes at the wheels. Not to mention is measures 18 inches from the hitch pin hole to the nearest bike carrier rail. Also,...
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  • Recommended Bike Rack And Trailer Hitch Receiver For 2015 VW Beetle Convertible
  • There is not a confirmed fit of any trunk mounted bike rack from any of our manufacturers for your 2015 VW Beetle Convertible. The manufacturers say that the trunk cannot support the weight, so that is why our fit guide doesn't have an option for you. I recommend you add a hitch to your vehicle so you can use a hitch mounted bike rack. For a hitch receiver, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4" # C11354 which is a confirmed fit for your vehicle...
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  • Trailer Hitch And Bike Rack Recommendation To Carry One Mountain Bike On A 1998 Volkswagen Beetle
  • On your 1998 Volkswagen Beetle I would recommend the Draw-Tite Class I 1-1/4 Inch Hitch, part # 24679. This is a Class I 1-1/4 inch hitch that has a maximum tongue weight rating of 200 lbs. You will only be able to carry a maximum of two bikes on a Class I hitch. Since you are looking to only carry one bike this hitch will work fine for you. I am including a link to the installation instructions on the Draw-Tite hitch. The Swagman XC 2 Bike Carrier, part # S64650, is a good choice to carry...
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  • Best Way to Carry Two Bikes on a 2017 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible
  • The only option we have for you to carry two bikes on your 2017 Volkswagen Beetle would be with a trailer hitch and hitch mounted bike rack. The convertible top you have will not allow for the use of a roof rack or trunk mounted bike rack. For a trailer hitch, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C11354. With this hitch you will need to use a support strap like part # 18050. Please note that either hitch will not fit models with the newly redesigned Adblue diesel exhaust fluid...
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  • Flat Tow Set Up For 2014 Volkswagen Beetle
  • You will need the Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # RM-521237-1. This will provide the connection points to couple the towed vehicle with the Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar - Motorhome Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000 lbs # RM-520. If you do not have the other components to complete the flat tow set up you can find them here. You will need the Roadmaster BrakeMaster System w BrakeAway for RVs w Air or Air Over Hydraulic Brakes - Proportional # RM-9160. Next you will...
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  • Cargo Carrier and Bike Rack Recommendation for a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle
  • For your 2012 Volkswagen Beetle there are no roof rack fits listed by any of our manufacturers. This is most likely due to the shape of the roof of the vehicle. The best recommendation I can make is to go with a hitch like part # 24877 which has been confirmed to fit your vehicle and then use a hitch mounted bike rack and cargo carrier. The most popular bike rack we carry that has been confirmed to fit this vehicle is the Swagman XTC2 Bike Rack part # S64670. This rack has a ton of positive...
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