Yes, the opening of the Curt trailer hitch receiver # C11000, which you have referenced, will measure 1-1/4" x 1-1/4".
Please consult the vehicle owner's manual first if you plan on doing any towing.
The correct ball mount for use with this hitch and vehicle is # C45016. For a 1-7/8 inch ball use # 19256 and for a 2 inch ball use # 19258.
If you are not going to tow and instead use the hitch for something like a bike rack or cargo carrier, Curt recommends the use of stabilization strap... view full answer...
I would be happy to! To add a hitch to your 2013 VW GTI, I recommend the Curt item # C11000. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your VW with included hardware. This is a class I hitch with a 1-1/4" receiver. It has a 2,000 lbs towing capacity and a 200 lbs maximum tongue weight.
If you are planning on towing you will also need a wiring harness item # 119250KIT and the Draw-Tite Drawbar item # 3593 and then for hitch balls item # 19258 for a 2 inch ball or item # 19256 for a 1-7/8 inch ball. view full answer...
Vehicle and roof rack weight ratings are static ratings but they will always have the safety margin necessary to account for the wind drag from items mounted on them.
What you want to ensure is that the total combined weight of your roof rack, the roof carrier and its contents all together remains within the vehicle's stated roof weight capacity. Generally roof rack makers rate their racks based on the capacity of the host vehicle's roof but it is still a good idea to check your owner's... view full answer...
First you are going to want to check the vehicle owners manual to determine the towing capacity of the 2013 Volkswagen GTI. As long as it has the capacity to handle the combined weight of the trailer and motorcycles then you can install a hitch and tow that trailer. The hitches available for the 2013 GTI, see link, are rated for a maximum of 2,000 pounds gross trailer weight and 200 pounds tongue weight and that includes Curt hitch # C11000 that you have selected.
The recommended ball... view full answer...
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