Expert Answers about Volkswagen New Beetle
- Brakemaster 9000 Seat Adapter Recommendation for a 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle
- The correct seat adapter to use your Roadmaster Brakemaster System 9000 in your 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle is the part # RM-88261. The floor plate you would need is the part # 450650-01.
view full answer... - Demco Base Plate Kit to Fit a 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle
- The Demco base plate kit that fits your 2001 VW New Beetle is part # DM9518071.
These base plates are compatible with the Commander tow bar, part # DM9511012. Be sure to consult the vehicle owners manual for specific information regarding the recreational towing of your V-dub.
The safety cables are included with the Commander but you also need lighting and supplemental braking to flat tow the vehicle.
For lighting, I recommend a simple magnetic kit, # RM-2120. You will not have to...
view full answer... - Roof Rack and Cargo Basket Recommendation for 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle
- For your 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle the Inno Roof Rack # INB127, # INSUT, # INJK, and # INK775 is a confirmed fit.
Then for a cargo basket the Rhino Rack # RMCB would be a great choice that would match the size of your roof better than the larger baskets. This measures 47-3/16" long x 35-3/8" wide x 5-1/2" deep.
view full answer... - Why Go With a Nicer Tow Bar than the Curt Tow Bar # C19745
- I really wouldn't ever recommend the Curt tow bar # C19745 unless it was a one time use situation and the person was okay with drilling holes in the front bumper of the vehicle. It's also very difficult to connect and disconnect.
If you went with a much nicer Roadmaster like the Falcon All Terrain part # RM-522 you can use a base plate kit that mounts directly to the frame of your 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle like the Roadmaster EZ part # 521232-1 which has removable arms and provides a...
view full answer... - Options for Installing Diode Style Tow Bar Lighting on 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle
- The easiest way to use diode tow bar wiring on a vehicle that has separate turn signals from stoplights is to wire the vehicle up like it's combined. This will operate the stoplights of the vehicle as if they are combined which will work well. You can still wire up the system to use separate turn signals but you need a total of 6 diodes and a converter box. If you check out the link I attached to this page under the "helpful information" heading you'll see the best ways to wire in diode...
view full answer... - Hitch Recommendation 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle TDI
- You would want a Hidden Hitch Trailer Hitch # 60902. This hitch is compatible with all of the turbo model 2002 Volkswagen New Beetles except for the Turbo S and should work very well for you.
I attached installation instructions for this product for you to check out also.
To complete your towing setup you may also be interested in purchasing the following:
Draw-Tite Wiring # 119178KIT (installation instructions and video attached)
Hitch Ball 1-7/8 inch # 19256
view full answer... - Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle behind Motorhome
- For a base plate kit to flat tow your 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle with a manual transmission I recommend the Demco # DM9518071. You don't need to worry about removing the arms when not towing and it's barely visible compared to some other kits. For a compatible tow bar use the Commander # DM9511012.
For lighting you can use the diode kit, # RM-15267, and not have to worry about cutting into the taillight housing. This will splice into your taillight wiring to allow your tow vehicle to control...
view full answer... - Recommended Trailer Wiring Harness for 2008 VW New Beetle Convertible
- For your 2008 VW New Beetle Convertible, I recommend the Curt Powered Tail Light Converter with 4-Pole # C59236 as long as you do not have the Turbo model. This universal kit will include everything needed to install a 4-Way connector at the rear of your vehicle. The harness does feature a powered converter that will connect directly to the VW's battery. I recommend this harness because the powered converter will allow it to draw power from the battery and not the taillight circuits themselves....
view full answer... - Platform Trunk Mounted Bike Rack Recommendation for a 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
- I checked with Thule and the OutWay Platform part # TH65JV has been confirmed as a fit for your 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. The lower arm of the carrier will rest on the upper portion of the bumper so the wheel trays should not interfere with the bumper at all.
view full answer... - Trailer Hitch Mounted Cargo Carrier Recommendation for Volkswagen New Beetle
- First, check your vehicle owners manual to determine the towing capacities of the vehicle. Once you have determined the tongue weight capacity (the amount of downward weight at the trailer hitch receiver) of the vehicle, you will have to compare that to the combined weight of the carrier and gear that you want to carry.
The cargo carrier you can use depends on the trailer hitch on the vehicle. I do not know the year Beetle you have but you most likely have a Class I trailer hitch that...
view full answer... - Bike Rack Recommendation for a 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible
- I would recommend a hitch and hitch mount bike rack for your 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible.
Because there is no place to secure the top straps of a trunk mounted bike rack, none of the manufacturers carry a trunk mount that is recommended for the convertible models.
The Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch, # 24679, along with the Swagman XTC-2, # S64670, platform 2 bike rack would be an excellent setup for transporting bikes with your Beetle.
view full answer... - How to Carry a Bike Rack with a 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible
- I have a solution that will work for you, but since you have a convertible there are no trunk racks that will fit. Instead you would need to go with a hitch mounted option which will first require a trailer hitch like part # 24679.
The most popular bike rack we carry that has been confirmed to fit this vehicle is the Thule Camber 2 part # TH9058. We asked our demo and install guys to name their favorite, most easy-to-use bike racks and this one showed up in nearly everyone's top three....
view full answer... - Trunk Mount Bike Rack Recommendation for a 2010 Volkswagen Beetle
- We have many trunk mount bike racks that will fit your 2010 Volkswagen Beetle as long as it is not a convertible. The bike rack that I recommend is the Thule OutWay Bike Rack, # TH45JV. The main benefit that the OutWay has over other bike racks is the 2 retractable cables it uses to attach to the rear hatch of your Beetle.
Most trunk mount bike racks secure to your vehicle using 6 nylon straps. Nylon straps can wear overtime and can be distracting to you and other drivers when they are...
view full answer... - Recommendation for Carrying 2 Bikes with a 2010 VW Beetle Convertible
- We do have an option for carrying two bikes on a 2010 VW Beetle Convertible, but at this time there is not a trunk mount bike rack available for the convertible models.
As long as your Beetle is not the Turbo S model you can use the Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch, # 24679, along with a hitch mounted 2 bike rack that is compatible with a Class I Hitch.
I recommend the Swagman XTC-2 bike rack, # S64670, because it is easy to load bikes on and it folds compact for storage. Another rack...
view full answer... - Cargo Carrier with Tall Sides Recommendation for a 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
- The cargo carrier with the highest sides that is compatible with the Class I hitch that is on your 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle would be the Curt Carrier part # C18145. The dimensions of this carrier are 17x46 inches with sides that are 6 inches tall. I attached a review video for this product for you to check out as well.
I attached an FAQ article on hitch classifications for you to check out as well.
view full answer... - Bike Rack Recommendation for a 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle Turbo
- If your 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle turbo is not an S model then you can install a trailer hitch, # 24679. There are currently no hitch options for the Turbo S models, only the regular Turbo models. You could then use a bike rack that is compatible with a Class I trailer hitch. I recommend the Swagman Trailhead, # S63360. It can fold down, it has anti-sway cradles, and the rise in the shank provides more ground clearance.
I do not recommend a trunk mount rack because of the spoiler. In...
view full answer... - Does Install of Hitch on 2007 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible Require Drilling
- The install of the Draw Tite hitch part # 24679 that you referenced on your 2007 Volkswagen Beetle does require drilling as do all of the hitches we offer that fit your vehicle. The holes drilled will be through the trunk pan where the spare tire normally is stored.
I attached an install video and set of install instructions to this page for you to check out as well.
view full answer... - Fit Dial Setting Recommendation for Thule OutWay on 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle
- I checked with Thule and the FITDIAL setting to use with the Thule OutWay # TH45JV that you mentioned is 7.
view full answer... - Curt Roof Mounted Cargo Basket for 2007 Volkswagen Beetle
- As long as the cross bars on the roof rack on your 2007 Beetle are no larger than 3 inches in width and are at least 15 inches apart, the Curt Roof Mounted Cargo Basket would work great for you.
The Yakima OffGrid # Y07138 fits bar spreads from 22-32 inches apart.
The Thule Canyon, # TH859XT fits cross bars with bar spreads ranging from 20-37 inches.
Any of these baskets would work great for you if the bar spreads match your existing roof rack, but I believe the Yakima basket would look...
view full answer... - Roof Rack and Carrier for Carrying Ehukai OC1 Outrigger Canoe on 2002 Volkswagen Beetle
- We do have a roof rack option for your 2002 VW Beetle, but Thule doesn't currently offer a roof rack fit.
I'd recommend going with the Inno Square Bar roof rack, which consists of the following parts:
• 50 Inch Inno Square Crossbars, part # INB127
• Inno Feet for Square Crossbars, part # INSUT
• Short Roof Adapter Kit, part # INJK
• Vehicle Specific Fit Kit, part # INK775
For a carrier for your outrigger canoe, I'd go with the Yakima SweetRoll, part # Y04074 which will allow you to easily...
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