Expert Answers about Volkswagen Cabrio
- Trunk Mount Bike Carrier for a 2001 Volkswagen Cabrio
- We have several trunk mount bike carriers that are listed as a fit for your 2001 Volkswagen Cabrio. I have included a link to them for you. Out of all of the options my favorite is the Hollywood Racks Express 3, # HRE3, because it has a tall reach making it versatile and compatible with many bike styles.
The rack attaches to the vehicle with 4 straps, the legs are padded to protect the vehicle, and it includes sturdy cradles and soft rubber straps to secure your bikes. I have included...
view full answer... - What 2 Bike Or 3 Bike Trunk Bike Racks Are Available For 1999 VW Cabrio
- The Hollywood Racks Over-the-Top 3 Bike Rack # HRF2-3 will fit your 1999 VW Cabrio. It carries 3 bikes and has a total weight capacity of 105 lbs. This is one of the best, trunk mount bike racks for vehicles that are hard to find a rack to fit.
If you are going to be carrying womens or childrens bikes that do not have the horizontal bar at the top of the frame, you will want to use the Yakima Bike Adapter Bar, # Y02531. It attaches to the center seat post and to the handlebar post and...
view full answer... - Needing a Trailer Wiring Adapter From RV to Flat Towed Vehicle
- If you have a 4-way flat connection on you RV and a 4-way round connection on your flat towed vehicle, then I recommend using a the Custer Trailer Connection Adapter, # ADP001.
This adapter used with a wiring harness like # 18045 will allow you to connect to the 4-way flat connector on your RV to the 4-way round connector that is installed on your flat towed vehicle.
view full answer... - Where can I attach the Peterson Light Kit
- I went to the warehouse and pulled the Peterson Tow Light Kit, # PE26UR. It can be placed anywhere that there is metal. It attaches securely with a strong magnet. You can place it anywhere so that it can be seen from the back. A good place is the top of the towed vehicle.
This kit will keep the tow vehicle and toad wiring separate, and provide stop turn and tail lights for towing your VW.
view full answer... - Availability of Base Plate Kit for Flat Towing 1998 Volkswagen Cabrio
- For your 1998 Volkswagen Cabrio we have a Blue Ox base plate kit part # BX3818 but not a Roadmaster kit. What you can do is use an adapter like part # RM-031 if you are trying to attach this vehicle to a Roadmaster tow bar.
view full answer... - Can the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver C11079 Be Used To Tow a Trailer with a 2002 VW Cabrio GLX
- For a trailer hitch that is a confirmed fit for your 2002 Volkswagen Cabrio, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C11079. This trailer hitch has a 2,000 lb gross trailer weight and 200 lb tongue weight rating. Therefore, you would need to tow the motorbike instead of carrying it on the hitch.
In order to complete your towing setup you will also need a trailer wiring harness, the Curt Circuit Protected Converter part # C56175, a ball mount, the Curt Class II Drawbar part #...
view full answer... - What Size Hitch is Available for a 2002 Volkswagen Cabrio
- For your 2002 Volkswagen Cabrio we only have 1-1/4 inch hitches like the Curt hitch part # C11079. Vehicles with larger capacities like trucks and SUVs will be the only ones that will have the larger hitch size available.
view full answer... - Base Plates to Flat Tow a 2001 Volkswagen Cabrio with a Falcon 2 Tow Bar
- For a 2001 Volkswagen Cabrio and a Falcon 2 tow bar you can use base plates # 521227-1 that you have referenced. The tow bar arms will pin to the base plate arms. I have included a link to a video showing a typical installation of the tow bar to the base plates for you.
For the 2004 Toyota Echo there are no base plates available. You will need to consult the vehicle owners manual for both vehicles to learn about the proper towing procedures.
For the Cabrio you will also need safety cables...
view full answer... - Recommended Parts Needed to Tow 2002 Volkswagen Cabrio Behind a Motorhome
- When towing behind a motorhome there are five required items: baseplates for towed vehicle, towbar, lights, supplemental braking system, safety cables, and lights.
The RoadMaster Base Plate # 521227-1 that you picked out will fit your 2002 Volkswagen Cabrio, however, the Tow Ready Towbar # 63180 is not rated for towing above 45mph, therefore, the RoadMaster # RM-020 is better suited for you.
When deciding upon the length of the safety cable you would like to use, one recommendation would...
view full answer... - Recommended Trunk Mount Bike Rack for 2 Adult Hybrid Bikes on a 2000 Volkswagen Cabrio Convertible
- If you are wanting to use a trunk mounted bike rack to carry 2 bikes on your 2000 Volkswagen Cabrio Convertible then I highly recommend the Hollywood Racks Expedition # HRF6-2 because the adjustable arms and anti-sway cradle combination is hard to beat at this price point compared to other bike racks that fit your Cabrio. The adjustable arms not only allow you to keep your bikes level but they also fold up when you aren't carrying your bikes so that you have more rear clearance. The anti-sway...
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