Expert Answers about Volkswagen Eurovan

Do I Need To Swap The Side Plates On The Curt Receiver Of My 1993 VW Eurovan To Switch To a Class 3?
You will need to change out the side plates from your class II Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C12217 to install the class III Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # 13217 on your 1993 Volkswagen Eurovan. While they do appear similar the side plates are different as they are designed with larger and stronger components.
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Replacement Clearance Lamps for 1999 Winnebago Rialta
I have a solution for you, but because Winnebago does not have a company that they allow to make aftermarket lights for, we won't have an exact replacement for the Winnebago part # 113709-01-000. I recommend going with the Peterson Thin Line Clearance or Side Marker Light # 427400 . The dimensions on this light are 3-1/2" W x 1-1/16" L and 1-1/8" tall. Because these aren't recessed mounting lights you won't need to worry about the negligible size difference from your existing lights, as...
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Incandescent or LED Amber Tear Drop Light Kits
Clearance Light Kit # CB-15AK has incandescent lights. For LEDs I recommend # PP20-206. Either kit includes wiring and a switch as well as mounting hardware.
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Can Jeep Gladiator with BAK MX4 Tonneau Have Rhino Rack Bars Over Bed
Yes, you can use the Truck Hero TS rail kit # TH25FR which fits your Jeep Gladiator and works with your BAK MX4 Tonneau. To install your Rhino Rack Vortex crossbars you'll need the feet part # RRRLT600 if you do not have them already.
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Is a Rooftop Cargo Box Available for 50 Spread Between Crossbars on 2003 VW Eurovan?
There is a solution for you, although a rooftop cargo box will not work with a roof rack that has crossbars with a 50" spread, and there are no bars available for your 2003 VW Eurovan which can be modified to do so. What I recommend is the Yakima MegaWarrior Extra Large Roof Rack Cargo Basket and Extension # Y07080-82 which mounts to Yakima, Thule and most factory crossbars via its universal attachment system. This cargo basket also will work with crossbar spreads up to 60", so it is a...
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Trailer Hitch Mount Bike Rack Recommendation for 5 Bikes for a 1997 Volkswagen Eurovan
The tongue weight figure quoted to you by Volkswagen will tell you the maximum weight that you would be able to suspend from a hitch. The weight of the bike rack as well as all the bicycles placed on it could not exceed this capacity. To carry 4 or 5 bikes, you will need a Class III trailer hitch, like # 13217. I would recommend going with the Bike Rack with the 5 bike capacity. This way, in 4 years you will not need to purchase a new bike rack. I would recommend the Thule Apex, part...
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How To Disconnect Wiring Harness On Boat Trailer Before Launching And Still Use Reverse Solenoid
What you will want to do is keep the wiring harness connected until you have backed the boat trailer on the boat ramp. Then, with the boat trailer on the boat ramp and it sloping down towards the water you can unhook your wiring harness. That way the weight of the boat is pulling down the hill and will keep the brakes from locking up since it is going downhill. Also, you will not want to connect the wiring harness to the boat trailer as soon as it is pulled out of the water. Let the trailer...
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Hitch-Mount Cargo Carrier Recommendation for 2002 Volkswagen Eurovan
Your 2002 Volkswagen Eurovan can be equipped with either a 1-1/4-inch Class II hitch, or a 2-inch Class III type. Cargo carriers are available for both hitch sizes but if you have a 2-inch hitch you'll be potentially able to load more cargo weight since this size hitch generally carries a higher weight rating than a 1-1/4-inch hitch. Both hitches offered for your van are shown on the link provided, the Class III Curt # 13217 and the Class II # C12217. The linked article on hitch classes...
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Recommended Trailer Wiring Harness For 1997 Volkswagen Eurovan
The Hopkins trailer wiring that is confirmed as a fit for your 1997 Eurovan is part # 46255. This is a hardwire installation. When installing this on your van I recommend using a circuit tester like part # 3808 so you can make sure you test the wires by function. The # 37185 will work with the # 46255 4-way trailer harness. The # 37185 has additional wires that are used for brakes, auxiliary power, and accessory wiring. I have attached a photo of the # 37185 with the wires labeled you...
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Does Curt Trailer Hitch 13217 Interfere with Spare Tire Access on a 2001 Volkswagen Eurovan
We have not heard of any issues with spare tire access on the 2001 Volkswagen Eurovan and Curt trailer hitch # 13217 installed. The worse case scenario is that you might have to angle the spare tire in/out to clear the hitch cross tube but we have not heard of that even for this hitch so you'll be good to go. If you plan on doing some towing I recommend etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts; one with a 3/4 inch rise or 2 inch drop and one with a 2-3/4 inch rise...
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1999 VW Eurovan Mid and Rear Floormats
The WeatherTech All-Weather Rear Floor Mats # WTW25 are a fit for the mid and rear seat position and a confirmed fit for your 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan. The mats are designed to keep the interior of your Volkswagen Eurovan clean with these weatherproof, semi-custom floor mats. Deep channels trap fluid and debris for easy cleanup. Mats are specially designed not to curl, crack or harden, even in sub-zero temperatures. The WeatherTech All-Weather Front Floor Mats - Black # WTW3 are the mats...
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Enclosed Hitch Cargo Carrier Recommendation that Allows Rear Cargo Access
Using the Yakima EXO Swing Away Enclosed Cargo Carrier - 2" Hitches # Y62VR, you should be just fine as this carrier will swing out and away from the rear of the vehicle to allow complete rear access to a vehicle. Check out the review video I attached for more info.
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Suspension Enhancement for 2003 Winnebago Rialta on Volkswagen Eurovan Chassis
We do have one option available for your 2003 Winnebago Rialta, that is the Air Lift 1000 Air Helper Springs for Coil Springs # AL60789. This kit will fit your VW Eurovan chassis and installs inside the coil springs for additional support. It has a load-leveling capacity of 1,000 lbs and comes with a 60-day satisfaction guarantee as well as a lifetime warranty.
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Video Showing How to Install Trailer Hubs and Hub and Drum Assemblies
Yes, we do have videos showing installation of hubs. I have included a link to one for you. I have also linked a video showing installation of a hub and drum assembly. Between these two videos you should be able to install some hubs with no problems.
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Adding Third Panel For Go Power Solar Flex Charging System
Yes, you can add an additional flexible 110 watt panel to your system. While the 30 amp controller of the Go Power Flex kit part # 34272628 can only accommodate one power and ground cable, the solar panels themselves can connect to each other on top of the RV to then supply the power of multiple panels on that one set of power cables.
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Trailer Hitch Fit and Bike Rack Recommendation for 1993 Eurovan MV Weekender
The Curt Trailer Hitch # 13217 is a confirmed fit for the 1993 Volkswagen Eurovan. This trailer hitch is a fit for all models of the 1993 Eurovan, so the manufacturer doesn't differentiate between styles or trim levels. If you need a 4 bike hitch mount bike rack, I recommend the Thule Hitching Post Pro # TH934XTR. This bike rack will fit the 2 inch hitch receiver on the # 13217 hitch, and has a weight capacity of 35 pounds per bike. The anti-sway cradles will help prevent bike to bike...
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Does Curt Hitch # 13217 Fit 2002 Volkswagen Eurovan without Modifications to fit Spare
The Curt hitch part # 13217 that you referenced does fit your 2002 Volkswagen Eurovan and while it is pretty close to the rear spare under the vehicle there are no install notes that mention needing to make any modifications to allow the spare to fit without issue. As long as your spare isn't larger than the factory size you'd be fine.
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Are the Yakima 60 Inch Tracks for Roof Racks Compatible on a 1997 VW Eurovan Camper
The Yakima 60 inch Roof Tracks, # Y01135, are designed to allow you to connect a roof rack system on atypical vehicles or campers/trailers. If you have the clearance for the 60 inch long tracks, then the Yakima tracks will mount to your Eurovan. You will need to use the SkyLine Towers, # Y00148, to attach any of the Yakima crossbars to the track system. Also, the Yakima Landing Pad 1, # Y00221, is needed to attach the SkyLine towers to the track rack. The Landing Towers are sold in the...
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Replacement Key for Yakima Lock Core with A139
Since your Yakima lock core has A139 on the side of it the correct replacement is the part # A139-Y8772-A139. This would be all you'd need. If you ever needed additional cores though it would be part # Y8771-A139.
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Recommended Tire Chains for 2002 Volkswagen Eurovan
I have included a link to the tire chains that are confirmed as a fit for your 2002 Volkswagen Eurovan. Of these tire chains that fit your Eurovan I recommend Titan Tire Chains # TC1550. These tire chains provide a diamond pattern, for additional traction, and are considered type S compatible. Please verify with your owner's manual of your Eurovan, and make sure that tire chains can be used on your vehicle. I have included a couple of helpful articles about tire chains for your reference.
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