Expert Answers about Mercedes-Benz R-Class
- Best Trunk Bike Rack for 2008 Mercedes R350
- The best trunk mounted 3-bike bike rack around is the Thule OutWay 3 Bike Rack part # TH56BV. I checked with Thule and this rack is confirmed to fit your 2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class.
The OutWay 3 includes a number of advanced features, including the patented Thule Fit-Dial system which makes precise installation simple and repeatable. This carrier uses only 2 high-strength cables (rather than the 4-6 wear-prone nylon straps) to secure to your vehicle and it includes locks both for the...
view full answer... - Will Thule Motion XT Rooftop Cargo Box TH629907 Fit on 2007 Mercedes-Benz R350
- Thule's 22-cubic-foot Motion XT Rooftop Cargo Box # TH629907 will fit on most factory roof rack crossbars as well as round, square, aero and elliptical aftermarket bars. It will fit so long as the spread of these crossbars, when measured from the two bars' center points, is between 23-5/8-inches and 35-1/2-inches.
The other consideration for fitting a rooftop cargo box is clearance for the rear hatch to open. In order for the Sonic XXL to fit without interfering with full opening of your...
view full answer... - Will the Curt Trailer Hitch # C13103 Fit on a 2010 Mercede-Benz R350 BlueTec Diesel
- I have checked with my contacts at Curt and the # C13103 is confirmed as a fit for your Mercedez-Benz R350 with Blue Tec Diesel option. This is a Class III trailer hitch that offers a 2-inch receiver opening and is rated for towing up to 3,500 pounds and a maximum tongue weight of 350 pounds.
You may also consider the ZCI Circuit Protected Vehicle Wiring Harness # 119250KIT that will not require you to cut or splice into your vehicle's wiring system. This will supply a traditional 4-way...
view full answer... - How to Determine Which Replacement Axle is Needed for 1979 Avion Travel Trailer
- In order to determine which replacement axle is needed for your 1979 Avion Travel Trailer, we will need to know the axle's weight capacity as well as the spring center and hub face measurements.
If you plan to reuse your existing hubs, knowing the bearing numbers will be helpful.
If you will be replacing your hubs, we will need your bolt pattern.
Please feel free to send me an email with your information and I would be happy to make a recommendation for you.
view full answer... - What Converter Is Available To Go From 7-Way Vehicle Connector To 4-Flat Trailer Connector
- The 7-way on your van should be a vehicle end connector that will have a female 7-way connector. You will need an adapter with a male 7-way connector to a 4-flat connector on your trailer like the Pollak 7 Pole to 4 Pole Connector Adapter, part # PK12716.
I am including a link to a video review of the Pollak adapter.
view full answer... - Diagram of the Portion of the Fascia that Needs Trimmed to Install Curt Hitch # C13103
- I attached a copy of the installation instructions for the Curt hitch # C13103 which is confirmed your 2007 Mercedes R350. The installation instructions have the diagram that you need.
view full answer... - Solution for Carrying 95 lb E-Bike
- The highest rated e-bike rack we can only carry up to an 80 lb e-bike. We do not have anything aside from motorcycle carriers like the etrailer # e56UR that would have the needed weight capacity for a 95 lb e-bike.
view full answer... - Trailer Wiring Recommendation for 2012 Mercedes Benz R 350
- For a trailer wiring solution for you 2012 Mercedes Benz that will bypass all of the issues you described you would want the ZCI kit part # 119250KIT. Since this harness does not require any hardwiring and uses your turn signal circuits as only signal wire it would not cause any of the issues you described. Basically you would attach the sensors to the taillight wiring of your vehicle and then run the power wire up to the battery which allows all of the amperage of your trailer wiring to...
view full answer... - Will the SportRack Vista Cargo Box # SR7018 Fit a 2009 Mercedes-Benz R-350
- The SportRack Vista cargo box, # SR7018, will fit on crossbars no wider than 4 inches and with a crossbar spread of 25-7/8", 27-7/8",or 29-7/8" center to center. If the Mercedes bars match these requirements the box will fit. I have included a link to a video review of this box for you.
view full answer... - Trailer Hitch For A 2009 Mercedes-Benz R350
- We do have a trailer hitch option for your 2009 Mercedes-Benz R350, but the # C13190 that you mentioned is not going to fit your vehicle. The correct hitch for the 2009 Mercedes-Benz R350 is the Curt class 3 hitch # C13103. This is a 2" receiver rated for towing 3,500 lbs and 350 lbs of tongue weight.
view full answer... - Trailer Hitch Recommendation for a 2012 Mercedes Benz R350
- The Curt Hitch part # C13103 that you referenced has been confirmed as a fit for your 2012 Mercedes Benz R350 so it would work well for you.
view full answer... - Do the WeatherTech Auto Floor Mats WTW104TN Attach to Grommets of 2011 Mercedes R35TN0
- No, the WeatherTech All-Weather Front Floor Mats - Tan # WTW104TN that you referenced will not attach to the factory grommets you have in your 2011 Mercedes R350. Instead, they are head in place by anti-skid ridges. These are semi-custom mats that fit your vehicle without any trimming required. The picture is meant to show the color and not necessarily the shape of the mats.
view full answer... - Removal of Fascia on Mercedes 2008 R350 When Installing a Curt Trailer Hitch, Part # C13103
- I spoke with my contact at Curt and he informed me that the underbody panel needs to be removed before installing the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver, part # C13103, on your 2008 Mercedes R350. He said that although there are only 4 bolts holding the fascia, the underbody panel is held in place by 7 plastic pins, or bolts, so caution needs to be used when removing these. I have attached the installation instructions for the C13103 hitch.
view full answer... - Is Kenda Trailer Tire and Wheel Combo # AM3H290 Rated for Highway Travel
- I am glad that you like the Kenda Tire/Wheel Combo, # AM3H290. All of the trailer tires that we carry are rated for 65 miles per hour and safe for highway travel as long as you stay at or under 65, follow the weight capacity which is 935 pounds at 50 psi, and have the tire inflated to the max psi (50) for best performance and longest life.
Heat build up is the main enemy of the trailer tire. Trailer tires are made with a thicker sidewall to handle more vertical load. Overloading a trailer...
view full answer... - Ground Clearance of Curt Hitch Installed on 2008 Mercedes Benz R320 CDI
- For your 2008 Mercedes Benz R320 CDI we have the Curt hitch part # C13103 as a confirmed fit. This will fit your vehicle will and will not sit too low at all. When we installed this hitch on a similar 2006 MB we found that from the top of the hitch opening down to the ground measured 10-1/2 inches.
view full answer... - Folding Cargo Carrier Options for a 2010 Subaru Outback
- The etrailer 14X60 cargo carrier # e98874 would work great for you. It has a clearance of 19-1/2 inches from the carrier to the hitch pin hole when in use and 9-1\2 inches when folded. So if your measurement is correct, this would work out great.
The Outback has 4 holes in the underside of the vehicle for attaching the hitch, so it is not possible to attach the hitch in any other spot.
Using a hitch extender would have been problematic. The hitch extender would place the carrier and...
view full answer... - Can a 4-Bike Platform Bike Rack be Used on a 1-1/4 Inch Trailer Hitch on a 2011 Mercedes R350
- There is a very good reason why no one makes a 4-bike platform style bike rack for 1-1/4 inch trailer hitches. It isn't due to the weight, not entirely, it is the fact that a 4-bike platform bike rack is very long and the distance of the second 2 bikes from the hitch receiver will produce tremendous leverage on the hitch receiver which can damage the hitch (I've seen it happen) and/or the vehicle.
The best solution is to replace the 1-1/4 inch hitch with a 2 inch hitch, # 75470, on your...
view full answer... - Is Cutiing Required for Installation of the Mercedes-Benz R350 Trailer Hitch # C13103
- You will not need to cut the OEM bumper for installation of the Curt Trailer Hitch, item # C13103, for the 2008 R350 by Mercedes-Benz. There is some cutting required, but the cut areas are under the vehicle and will not be visible when the hitch is installed. If you have a vehicle with cross bracing member, and in 3 places, if your vehicle does not have the cross-bracing members.
The installation instructions, see link below, show exactly where to cut the plastic trunk pan and explain...
view full answer... - Thule Roof Rack Mount Cargo Boxes for a 2011 Mercedes R350
- First, I need to know if your 2011 Mercedes R350 has a factory roof rack that includes crossbars that run side to side, rails that run front to back, both, or neither.
If you do have factory crossbars and they measure less than 3-1/2 inches wide and the center to center distance between the front and rear bars is between 23-5/8 inches and 35-1/2 inches you can use a Thule cargo box. However, the largest box you can use without interference with the rear hatch/trunk would be one of the...
view full answer... - Roof Rack and Boat Carrier Recommendation for Mercedes Benz 2008 R320
- The covers for the fixed points on your 2008 Mercedes Benz R320 will just pop off. If you are looking for the best roof rack possible for your vehicle that will be the quietest around and offer the least amount of gas mileage loss you would want the Thule Aeroblade system. This is a better rack that the MB rack and will cost considerably less.
The roof rack consists of the Thule AeroBlade Aluminum Crossbars, # TH711200, the Podium Foot Pack, # TH460R, and the Fit Kit, # THKIT3038.
For...
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