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  • Recommended Hitch Extender For 2018 Ram 3500 DRW With Max Tow Package
  • Based on all of the information I was able to find on your 2018 Ram 3500 DRW with the max tow package your truck should have a 2-1/2" trailer hitch receiver. For a 2-1/2" receiver you will need the Curt Hitch Extension and Reducer for 2-1/2" Trailer Hitches - 24" to 34" Long # C45048 which can be used as a 34" extension of cut down to a 24" extension. This extender has a 450lb tongue weight and 4500lb trailer weight rating or 600lb tongue weight and 6000 trailer weight rating when using...
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  • Preparing a 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 for Towing a Travel Trailer
  • Your 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 is rated to tow 3,500lbs which is enough for a couple of the smaller Forest River R-pod travel trailers. Your Mercedes chassis is not recommended to be used with a weight distribution and sway hitch. For the sway control you can install the Tuson Sway Control # 335TSC-1000 to make driving your R-pod safer. The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C13290 will give you a 2" receiver to be able to tow the R-pod. It is custom fit to bolt up to your Mercedes. The...
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  • Anti-Rattle Hitch Stabilizer For an E-Bike Rack on a 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
  • To help stabilize/reduce rattle with your e-bike rack on your 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, I recommend the etrailer Anti-Rattle Hitch Stabilizer # e99007. The etrailer Anti-Rattle Hitch Stabilizer # e99007 will help reduce movement, side-to-side and up-and-down. It also has a steel construction with a vinyl coating, so it is heavy duty like you are wanting. I have included a review video that demonstrates how well this anti-rattle, hitch stabilizer works.
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  • Inno Roof Rack that Fits 2018 Mercedes Benz GLA 250
  • To install an Inno square bar roof rack on your 2018 Mercedes Benz GLA 250 the correct components are part numbers # INB117, # INXP, and # INTR162 which does attach to the flush rails on the roof of your vehicle. Then you could install the Inno Gravity Ski Carrier part # INA951 for a 6 ski rack or part # INA952 for 3 skis.
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  • Could Swagman XC Bike Rack be Used in Front Hitch of Sprinter
  • Yes, you can use the Swagman XC2 part # S64650 in the front hitch of your 2014 Mercedes Sprinter and it would do a great job.
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  • Quiet Roof Rack Options For 2018 Mercedes GLE 300
  • Any roof rack is going to add some noise, especially when on the highway. However, the best option is to go with aero bars which are typically low-profile and have reduced noise and vibration. If your 2018 Mercedes GLE is a coupe with naked roof then I recommend going with Thule WingBar Evo Crossbars - Aluminum - Black - 53" Long - Qty 2 # TH711420 along with the necessary Feet # TH460R and Fit Kit # THKIT3152. If your 2018 is a wagon with factory roof rails then I recommend the Rhino-Rack...
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  • Can Brake Controller Power Wire Circuit Amperage of 2018 Mercedes Benz GLS be Increased
  • To increase the amperage rating of the brake controller power circuit of your 2018 Mercedes GLS for the # C51170 you'll have to bypass the vehicle wiring by running 10 gauge wire like part # 10-1-1 (sold by foot) from the black wire of the controller directly to the vehicle battery. 15 amps really isn't enough for any brake controller to activate trailer brakes.
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  • Parts Needed To Add A Trailer Wiring Harness To a 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL450
  • I do have options for you but there are no plug-in trailer wiring harnesses for a 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL450 unfortunately. The only way to install a trailer wiring harness would be to splice into the taillight circuits with the Hopkins Active Tail Light Converter with Install Kit part # 46255 and then add the Adapter 4-Pole to 7-Pole and 4-Pole part # 37185 if you need a 7-way.
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  • Adjustable Ball Mount for 2013 Mercedes Sprinter that Has Longer Length
  • The Curt Multi-Ball Adjustable Ball Mount for 2" Trailer Hitches # D900 that you referenced would be a great solution for what you are looking for. This is a longer ball mount as it has 15 inches from the center of it's hitch pin hole to the center of the hitch ball and would not limit weight capacity like a hitch extender would. It is also adjustable in height and has all three hitch ball sizes.
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  • Best Way to go From 4-Way to 7-Way for 2017 Mercedes Sprinter 2500
  • If the travel trailer with a 7-way does not have brakes the easy solution is the # 37185 which would plug right into your current 4-way and all of the lighting circuits would be active. If instead you did have trailer brakes you'd want to use the # ETBC7 which comes with brake controller wiring needed as well as the same adapter of the # 37185. The 7-way kit part # TK22115 which is custom fit for you vehicle essentially is the same setup as a 4-way like you have converted to a 7-way with...
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  • Recommended Parts Needed and Installer For Adding a Receiver and Brake Controller 2018 Mercedes GLS
  • We have recently rolled out with a new feature on our website where you can search by your zip code for nearby installers. From the product page you want to have installed you will be able to search for a local installers that you can take your 2018 Mercedes GLS to and have the components installed. I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C13190 for your GLS. This will fit both the 450 and 550 GLS models. This class III receiver has a 2" receiver that is rated for a maximum tongue...
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  • What Bike Rack and Swing-Away Adapter do You Recommend for E-Bikes on a 2018 Sprinter 3500?
  • For a great bike rack that provides you the weight capacity you need on your 2018 Mercedes Sprinter 3500, I recommend the Hollywood Racks Sport Rider SE Bike Rack for 2 Electric Bikes - 2" Hitches # HLY84FR. the Sport Rider SE provides you with a massive 80-pound per-bike weight capacity. The cradles on the rack accommodate bike tires up to 5 inches wide. It comes equipped with locks that protect both your bikes and the rack itself. If you happen to have women's bikes, children's bikes,...
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  • Flush Bar Roof Rack for 2001 Mercedes Benz ML320
  • We have a flush bar roof rack solution for your 2001 Mercedes Benz M-Class with the Rhino Rack part number # JA7978 but the Yakima you referenced is not a fit and would not work. This rack would work great with the carriers you mentioned.
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  • Solution for Front Mount Hitch on 2007 Dodge Sprinter 2500
  • I do have a solution, but there are no custom fit options available for your 2007 Dodge Sprinter 2500. What you can use is a universal hitch like the Curt # C47CR. This is a Class V weld-on hitch so we recommend taking it to a certified welder for installation. The hitch has a 2" receiver, a 9" drop, and fits vehicle frames 18-44" wide. If you need taller brackets the # C99CR is also available with an 18" drop.
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  • Recommended Roof Rack for a 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500
  • I have the perfect solution for you with the Yakima JetStream roof rack: 70" JetStream Crossbars - # Y00427 SkyLine Towers - # Y53TR Landing Pad 1 - # Y00221 Lock Core Kit - # Y07204 (optional) This is designed to fit flush rails with a track like what you have on your 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 so that you can slide the crossbars front and back depending on what you'll be carrying. I really like this rack system because it has some fined-tuned steps that give you the best fit possible,...
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  • Can Voyager Multi Camera Controller for Observation Monitor be Used with Fusion Monitor
  • The brands Fusion and Furrion are not the same, but as long as your camera setup uses RCA wires/plugs (the standard yellow, red, and white plugs) the switcher part # CSW3.
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  • Snow Cable/Chains Recommendations for a 2005 Mercedes S55 with 265/40R18 Tires
  • The first thing you need to do is check the owners manual of your Mercedes S55 2005 to determine if there are any restrictions on snow chain/cable usage. The Glacier Cable Snow Tire Chains # PW1042 you referenced are confirmed to fit your tire size. What I think would be your best overall option would be the part # TC1553 though as it is a chain that will provide much superior traction, will install easier, and will last longer. Cables don't usually work well past the first time they are used.
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  • Recommendation for Allowing Mercedes to Tow a Trailer with LEDs without Bulb Out Warning
  • I have a solution for you, but as far as a simple adapter like the part # 20142 that would plug into your 7-way round there isn't an option available. Instead you would need to install load resistors on all of the taillight circuits of your trailer that have LEDs. For a pair you would want the part # DI34ZR.
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  • Best Bike Rack for 2020 Mercedes-Benz G63 Easy to Use vs Lightweight
  • Using the Yakima BackSwing Swing Away Hitch Extender for Bike Racks - 2" Hitches # Y02483 with your 2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG G63 so that you can have full access to your rear doors when needed is a well-thought out strategy. Actually, the Yakima BackSwing cannot be used with the Thule Helium # TH44VR since the hitch extender only works with a solid 2" shank and the Thule Helium has an 1-1/4" shank with a 2" adapter sleeve. Keep in mind this extender is only rated for 250lbs of weight. I...
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  • Recommended Vehicle Recovery Strap And Receiver-Mounted Shackle
  • The ring on the Trailer Hitch Receiver Mounted Forged Tow Eye # TR63045 is approximately 1" thick. The Bulldog Winch 3/4" Bow Shackle # BDW20020 has an opening of about 1-1/4". This will work, but it will be a tight fit. I recommend going with the Bulldog Winch Bow Shackle # BDW20117. This has an opening of 1-3/4" which will be plenty to fit the Trailer Hitch Receiver Mounted Forged Tow Eye # TR63045. You can then use tow strap such as Erickson Recovery Strap # EM59600. The Bulldog Shackle...
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