Recommended Towing Setup For 2017 Audi Q7
Question:
Looking for a sway control that I can use for my 2017 Audi Q7. The owners manual says that I am not permitted to use a weight distribution hitch. There is also a note on the hitch itself indicating that the distance between the pin in the high and the ball needs to be less that 6.25 inches. I have never seen a mount this short. hope you can help.
asked by: Shino J
Expert Reply:
For your 2017 Audi Q7, if you don't already have a hitch I recommend the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" # e88KR. This hitch receiver is a matte black powder coat finish over and e-base coat for excellent rust protection.
For your wiring, I recommend the ZCI Circuit Protected Vehicle Wiring Harness w/ 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector and Installation Kit # 119250KIT if you don't have the factory tow package. This harness uses zero-contact-interface sensors to allow you to capture the signal in your vehicle wiring without splicing. It does require a power lead from your battery. I've attached an article to assist in running this wire.
With the restrictions on your ball mount, I can only find one ball mount that is under that measurement. It is the Curt Drawbar for 1-1/4" Hitches - 5-3/8" Rise, 6" Drop - 5-9/16" Long - 2K # C45028. You will need a hitch ball like # C40018 for a 2 inch diameter or # C40001 for a 1-7/8 inch. This will also require a sleeve reducer like # HT02 which can entirely fit into your hitch to not add that additional length. I recommend a locking pin like # BD580402 to secure all of this to your hitch.
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ZCI Circuit Protected Vehicle Wiring Harness w/ 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector and Installation Kit
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
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Bulldog Lifelong Trailer Hitch Lock for 2" Hitches - Flush - 2-1/2" Span - Stainless
- Trailer Hitch Lock
- Standard Pin Lock
- Keyed Unique
- Stainless Steel
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Flush Pin
- 2-1/2 Inch Span
- Bulldog
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1-7/8" Hitch Ball - 3/4" Diameter x 1-5/8" Long Shank - Chrome - 2,000 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 1-7/8 Inch Diameter Ball
- 1-9/16 Inch Shank Length
- 3/4 Inch Diameter Shank
- 2000 lbs GTW
- Class I
- Class II
- CURT
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2" Hitch Ball - 3/4" Diameter x 2-1/8" Long Shank - Chrome - 3,500 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 2 Inch Diameter Ball
- 2-1/8 Inch Shank Length
- 3/4 Inch Diameter Shank
- 3500 lbs GTW
- Class I
- Class II
- CURT
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Curt Drawbar for 1-1/4" Hitches - 5-3/8" Rise, 6" Drop - 5-9/16" Long - 2K
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Fixed Ball Mount
- No Ball
- 3/4 Inch Ball Hole Diameter
- Steel Shank - Gloss Black
- Drop - 6 Inch
- Rise - 5 Inch
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- 2000 lbs GTW
- Class I
- CURT
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Hitch Reducer 2" to 1-1/4" Trailer Hitch Receiver
- Hitch Adapters
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- Cargo Carriers
- Hitch Mounted Accessories
- No Extension
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
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etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 700 lbs TW
- 7000 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- Concealed Cross Tube
- etrailer
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