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  • Coupler Lock Recommendation that 6 of Can be Ordered Keyed Alike
  • I have a great solution for you, but there isn't a way to order the Master Lock coupler lock you mentioned keyed alike. Instead we have the Fastway Universal Coupler Lock # FA86-0015-315 which is the version of this lock that comes with the key number 315. If you ordered 6 of these they'd all have the same key. This is a superior lock designe as well. We've found it basically fits all coupler styles and is very effective. Check out the review video I attached for more info as well.
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  • How to Carry Two E-Bikes with a 2016 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen
  • Due to the weight of your e-bikes, the only solution that we can safely recommend would be to use a trailer hitch, like the Curt Class I Hitch, # C11422, and a hitch mount bike rack that can handle the weight of your bikes and the fat tires of your husbands bike. I know you aren't interested in this route, but it is going to be the only way to make sure your vehicle and bikes avoid any damage. If cost is a concern, the most economical bike rack that we offer that can support both bikes...
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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch and 2-Bike Rack for 2016 VW Golf SportWagen
  • I'd be happy to get you the best setup for your 2016 VW Golf SportWagen. To start, I recommend using Draw-Tite # 24949 which is a Class I hitch that has a 1-1/4 inch receiver and a tongue weight capacity of 200 lbs. For a bike rack you will need to stick with a Class I rack that fits a 1-1/4 inch receiver and a great option would be the Swagman XC # S64650. This rack offers a 4 inch rise for ground clearance and measures 10-1/2 inches from hitch pin hole to the wheel loop and a weight...
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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch for 2015 VW Golf Sportwagen TDI
  • I do have an option for you, however the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C11474 that you pulled from your 2014 Jetta Sportwagen is not confirmed to fit your new 2015 VW Golf Sportwagen TDI. This frame on the Golf Sportwagen TDI is different enough that it requires a different hitch design. For your 2015 Golf Sportwagen TDI, I recommend the Curt Class I Round Tube Receiver Hitch # C11411. This Class I hitch is confirmed to fit your vehicle and will use existing holes in its frame for a no-drill...
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  • Trailer Hitch for a 2015 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen TDI
  • Because of the size and capabilities of the 2015 VW Golf SportWagen there is only a Class I trailer hitch available, # C11411, and it is a fit for TDI models. Class I and II trailer hitches have 1-1/4 inch receivers. There are no 2 inch hitches available and based on the vehicle it is unlikely anyone will make a 2 inch hitch for it. It sounds like you already have an accessory that fits a 2 inch hitch. You could use an adapter, # HTAD, to use the 2 inch accessory with the Class I, 1-1/4...
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  • Roof Rack Recommendation for a 2016 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen For OEM Look
  • For your 2016 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen the best solution we have is the Thule Aeroblade Edge Rack part # TH7501B-TH7502B that you referenced. The bars of this kit do not extend past the feet of the rack so it will give you a very factory look and will give you minimal wind noise as well. This is the nicest rack available for your vehicle so I would recommend it highly.
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  • Does Roadmaster Base Plate Kit RM-521239-4 Come with Brackets and Removable Arms for Both Sides
  • Yes, the Roadmaster Base Plate kit part # RM-521239-4 that you referenced comes with brackets and arms for both sides of the vehicle. In addition to the base plates, you will also need a compatible tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking to flat tow your vehicle. The most popular compatible tow bar is the Falcon 2, # RM-520. For safety cables you can use # RM-643. The coiled design helps keep the cables off of the ground. For lighting you can use the diode kit, # RM-15267,...
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  • Using Sunroof on 2018 VW Golf SportWagen with Thule WingBar Evo Roof Rack Installed
  • The Thule WingBar Evo Roof Rack for your 2018 VW Golf SportWagen that consists of # TH711220 for the 47" Crossbars and # TH710401 for the Foot Pack will indeed allow for more clearance between the roof and crossbars than the AeroBlade Edge system that you also mentioned. I reached out to my contact at Thule regarding operation of the panoramic sunroof on your vehicle with the bars attached and she said that this is not something that Thule recommends with any of their racks just due to...
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  • Trailer Hitch for a 2015 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen TDI
  • Curt trailer hitch # C11411 will fit your 2015 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen TDI (excluding R models). If you want to use the hitch for an accessory such as a bike rack or cargo carrier then you have to make sure the accessory is rated for use with a Class I trailer hitch. Also, with a bike rack, you are limited to 2 bikes maximum on a Class I hitch. Curt also says you have to use stabilization strap # 18050 when using this hitch for any non-trailer load (such as a bike rack or cargo carrier)...
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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch and Wiring for 2015 VW Golf SportWagen TDI
  • For your 2015 VW Golf SportWagen TDI, I recommend the Draw-Tite Class I Sport Frame Receiver Hitch # 24949. This Class I hitch is confirmed to fit your vehicle and will use existing holes in the VW's frame for a no-drill installation. The hitch itself has a towing weight capacity of 2,000 pounds but you will want to check your vehicle's owner's manual for its capacity. It is very likely that your VW Golf SportWagen has a lower capacity than what this hitch can handle. You will need to follow...
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  • Recommended Trailer Wiring Harness for 2016 Volkswagen Golf Sportswagen
  • The T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # 118730 is made specifically to work with your vehicle's components and the only confirmed fit we have for your vehicle. It does have a power draw directly from the battery as you stated so that it can have the power it needs to function correctly without causing issue to your factory electrical system. It has a ModuLite power module that ensures that you get the correct amperage to each circuit as your tail lights require...
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  • Tip for Removing Last Bit Of Movement from Yakima HoldUp Bike Rack in Hitch Tube
  • We can only recommend Yakima hitch pin locks for their bike racks. The HitchMate # HE6001 would not fit anyway as the threads are much wider. Are you still getting movement with your Holdup # Y02443? One tip that works for a lot of people is to tighten the hitch pin with one and use your other hand to move the rack around as you do so. This typically gets the last bit of movement out of the rack.
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  • Differences between Curt Hitches for 2015 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen TDI
  • There are two Curt hitches which are a fit for your 2015 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen TDI. We have the Curt part # C11422 that you referenced which has a concealed crosstube which is going to give you better ground clearance since only the hitch opening hangs down. Then we have the part # C11411 which has a visible crosstube that will give you less ground clearance but it will be a bit easier to install. The # C11411 does not require removing the rear bumper to install. It does require removing...
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  • Roof Rack Recommendation for 2019 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen
  • For your 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen that has the factory raised rails I recommend the Thule WingBar Edge roof rack, which is made up of Crossbars # TH43RE or # TH66FE with Feet # TH69SC. This will give you a great-looking OEM style rack that will have minimal wind noise due to the aerodynamic shape of the crossbars.
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  • How to Determine if Thule Force XXL Cargo Box fits 2015 VW Golf Sportwagen and Allow Hatch to Open
  • To determine if you have the clearance to install a Thule Force XXL requires you take one measurement. Measure from the center of your front crossbars (slid all the way forward), back to the rear hatch seam. The # TH6359B requires 58-1/8 inches of clearance. So if the dimension you found was more than that this box would work well. I attached a diagram I got from Thule that has all of the front clearance dimensions listed for all of their boxes so if this cargo box would not work you...
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  • Hitch Recommendation and Comparison for a 2015 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen Diesel TDI
  • We have the Curt Hitch part # C11411. Curt recommends the use of a stabilizer strap like part # 18050 when carrying a non-supported load like a bike rack. 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 reviews from our customers who have tried it. Check out the review video I attached for more info. For a ball mount you would want the part # C45520, 1-7/8 inch ball # 19256, 2...
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  • How To Use Yakima RidgeBack 4 Bike Rack on a 2018 Volkswagen Golf
  • In order to use the Yakima RidgeBack 4 Bike Rack part # Y02458 on a 2018 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen you must install the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 306-X7315. The reason for this is that the maximum number of bikes that can be carried on a class I hitch is two so you won't not be able to utilize the Yakima RidgeBack 4 to its full potential. The issue has to do with leverage rather than weight capacity. Please note, the larger 2" receiver tube opening is a much better...
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  • Aerodynamic Roof Rack Crossbars for 2015 VW SportWagen with Panoramic Sunroof
  • For the 2015 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen the Thule Aeroblade Edge Rack part # TH7501B-TH7502B that you referenced is going to be the most aerodynamic option we carry. The bars are shaped to provide the best aerodynamics and since the bars do not extend past the feet of the rack they will sit a bit lower (gets them out of some of the wind) and would have less bar to make wind noise. If the panoramic roof, when opened, raises higher than the tops of the side rails then you will not be able...
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  • Trailer Hitch Fit for 2018 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen
  • The 2017 and 2018 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagens essentially are the same so a hitch install would be the same between the two vehicles. The Draw Tite hitch part # 24949 is a confirmed fit for your vehicle and would work well.
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  • Trailer Wiring Harness Recommendation for 2015 Golf SportWagen TDI Sportwagen TDI
  • We have just the wiring harness for your 2015 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen TDI. I would recommend the ZCI harness part # 119250KIT for you because it does not require any actual hardwiring. All you have to do is put the sensors on the wire and it will sense current in the wire. The principal of the install is similar to a hardwire kit as you have to test the wiring of the vehicle to find the correct circuits, but you do not need to cut into any of the wires.
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