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  • Recommended Options For Carrying 4 Bikes On 2014 Volkswagen Jetta SportsWagen
  • We do have some options for you to be able to carry 4 bikes on your 2014 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen, but due to the towing capacity of your vehicle they cannot be carried on a 4-bike hitch mounted carrier. You will want to check the owner's manual or with the dealership to see what the towing and tongue weight capacities are for your SportWagen. With the hitches that are available for your vehicle all being Class l, the maximum bikes you can carry on a hitch is 2. There are a few options...
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  • Which Trailer Hitch Fits 2014 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen TDI
  • The Curt hitch part # C11474 that you referenced actually replaced the part number 11072 that you mentioned, but it will not fit the TDI version of the SportWagen. That said the only hitch we have confirmed as a fit for the TDI model of a 2014 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen TDI is the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2" # 306-X7284. I attached an install video for this for you to check out as well.
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  • 4-Way to 7-Way Adapter Recommendation for a Trailer with 7-Way
  • Current could flow through either direction of the Pollak 7 Pole to 4 Way Connector Adapter # PK12716 that you referenced. That being said the connector would NOT match up to the 4-way on your Jetta to the 7-way on your trailer. You would need the part # 37185 instead. You will notice that this adapter has a socket instead of a male 7-way. This would be the configuration that would work for your application.
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  • Does Thule Cargo Cargo come with Crossbars, Make Noise on Roof, Resist Water
  • The Thule Pulse Alpine Rooftop Cargo Box, part # TH613, which you reference, does not come with crossbars. It sounds like you have factory rails so to complete your roof rack system I recommend the Thule WingBars roof rack system, parts # TH711200 and # TH710401. These crossbars are some of the quietest bars on the market and do not sacrifice strength. I have included a video of this rack installed on a different vehicle for you to check out. The installation is the same as with your Jetta....
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  • Tow Bar Lighting Recommendation for a 2014 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen
  • The Roadmaster flat towing bulb and socket kit part # RM-155 has been confirmed as a fit for your 2014 Volkswagen Jetta. You can swap the bulbs out of this kit for new red 1157 LEDs like the part # P231157R360.
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  • Trunk Mounted Bike Rack Recommendations for a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen
  • The Thule OutWay part # TH56BV has been confirmed as a fit for your 2012 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen so it should work just fine on your vehicle as long as you don't overload it or take the rack off-roading. Or, for a trunk rack that is specifically designed to be used on vehicles with spoilers that might provide you with peace of mind you could use the Hollywood Rack Over the Top # HRF2-3. This rack is specifically designed to work on vehicles with spoilers so it should work well for...
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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch for 2013 VW Jetta SportWagen TDI Diesel
  • The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C11474 referenced in your question is confirmed to fit your 2013 VW Jetta SportWagen TDI diesel model. I actually called my contact at Draw-Tite to verify this. This Class I hitch is custom fit for the vehicle, which means it will use existing holes in its frame for a no-drill installation. It will provide you with a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening and a tongue weight capacity of 200 pounds. I have attached an installation video on your 2013 model Jetta SportWagen...
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  • Roof Rack and Bike Rack Recommendation for 2010 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen
  • The only way I can safely recommend you carry 2 more bikes on your 2010 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen that has a Class I hitch is to go with a roof rack mounted option since Class I hitches can only carry up to 2 bikes. For a roof rack you would want the part # MPG215 to give you a set of crossbars for the raised rails that run front to back on your roof. Then for front wheel mounted rack you would want the Thule Sidearm part # TH599000 for each of the additional bikes.
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  • Trailer Hitch Recommendation for 2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen
  • The Curt # C11474 does not fit the 2010 Jetta TDI. Instead, we have the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2" # 306-X7284. I attached the installation instructions and an installation video for you to check out.
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  • Replacement Hardware for Curt Hitch Installed on 2014 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen
  • To order replacement hitch install hardware you need the part number # RHK. Select Curt from the drop down menu on the page and then enter the part number # C11474 that you referenced and we'll send you replacement hardware.
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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch and Towing Components For 2015 VW Golf TDI Sportwagen
  • The Hidden Hitch 60283 has been discontinued. This hitch is not a fit for your 2015 model as they are only a fit for 2009 to 2014 model years. For your 2015 VW TDI Golf Sportwagen, I recommend the Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4" # 24949. This hitch requires no drilling, but underbody panel and fascia must be temporarily removed for installation. I recommend this hitch over the Curt # C11422 because it doesn't require a stabilization strap...
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  • Replacement Footpack for Thule Rapid Aero Crossroad
  • I have a solution for you but a replacement strap is not available. You can get a footpack replacement with The Replacement Foot for Thule Rapid Aero Crossroad # 753-3399-02. This will replace the entire footpack on your current roof rack. If you need a replacement endcap and handle assembly that is also available # 753-20064.
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  • Hitch Recommendation for a 2011 Volkswagen TDI Sportwagen
  • TheEcoHitch Trailer Hitch # 306-X7284 should work well on your 2011 Volkswagen Sportwagen TDI. I attached installation instructions for this product for you to check out also. To complete your towing setup you may be interested in the following products: Draw-Tite Drawbar # 2753 Hitch Ball # 63845 Curt Trailer Wiring # C59496 (installation instructions attached) Pin and Clip # PC3
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  • Hardware Kit Recommendation for Hidden Hitch 60283 Jetta Sportwagen
  • We have the hardware kit you need. What you need is part # RHK and on the product page you will then need to enter the part number for the hitch you have as well as select the manufacturer of the hitch and we will ship you out the correct hardware.
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  • Replacement Friction Sway Bar Hitch Ball and Bracket
  • It sounds like you are simply looking for the Curt Sway Control Hitch Ball # C40093 or Reese # RP58060. This can be used with the bracket # RP26005 for 1-1/4 inch receivers or # RP26003 for 2 inch receivers. Another option is the ball mount # D320 with the tab welded on.
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  • Ball Mount and Hitch Ball Recommendation for Curt Hitch part # C11072
  • With a Class I hitch like the Curt # C11474 that you referenced you want to go with the recommended ball mount by the manufacturer. You would want to use the ball mount part # C45520 and then for a 2 inch ball part # C40018.
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  • Trunk Mount Bike Carrier for a 2014 Volkswagen Jetta SportsWagen
  • Technically the Thule OutWay Platform, # TH65JV, will fit your 2014 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen. However, I do not recommend this rack for your vehicle. It is best suited for vehicles that have a metal bumper. This is because the rack is heavy, about 45 pounds. When loaded with bikes, let's say 30 pounds per bike, it would 105 pounds total pushing down on the soft bumper of your V-dub. This can cause deformation in the vehicle's bumper. There isn't a 3-bike version available in this style. What...
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  • Hidden Hitch Recommendation for a 2012 Volkswagen Sportwagen 2.5S
  • The EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2" # 306-X7284 will fit on your 2012 Volkswagen Sportwagen 2.5S. It fits both the diesel and non-diesel models. I attached installation instructions for this product for you to check out also. You may be interested in the following products to complete your towing setup also: Curt Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring # C59496 etrailer 2-3/4" Rise or 4" Drop Ball Mount Kit # EBMK4
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  • Could Trailer Safety Chains Attach to the Inside of a Trailer Coupler Channel
  • Running safety chains on a trailer on the inside of the channel would be pretty difficult as it would be hard to secure them to the inside of the channel and it would get a bit complicated where the chains come out since they would be right where the coupler attaches to the ball. With that being said, if you can find a qualified fabricator who could securely attach safety chains/cables to the inside of your frame channel what you are asking about would be feasible. You would just need...
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  • Roof Rack Recommendation for a 2014 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen with Sunroof
  • Roof Rack manufacturers do not typically test their roof racks for sunroof interference, but after doing a little research on the sunroof on the 2014 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen, I recommend choosing a roof rack that sits above the factory side rails. When the sunroof is retracted, it comes pretty close to the same height as the side rails. The roof rack I recommend is the Thule WingBar Roof Rack. This roof rack consists of the Thule WingBars, # TH711200 in silver or # TH711220 in black,...
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