Is Fascia Trimming Required to Install Trailer Hitch on 2010 BMW X5
Question:
Is trim in the bumper necessary?
asked by: Tony
Expert Reply:
Both the Draw-Tite Class III Max Frame # 75600 and the Curt Class III # 13077 Trailer Hitches that are custom-fit for your 2010 BMW X5 will require some fascia trimming during installation to allow for the receiver to fit properly. Between the two models, I recommend going with the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch because it will be a bit more hidden and unlike the Curt hitch, it does not require the use of stabilizing straps for non-trailer accessories such as bike racks and cargo carriers.
I have attached the written installation details as well as a video on the 2011 BMW X5 for you to check out.
If you plan on doing any towing, I recommend the Tekonsha ZCI Circuit Protected Vehicle Wiring Harness w/ 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector and Installation Kit # 119250KIT to install a 4-way connector needed to power your trailer's signal lights. I have again attached an installation video on the 2013 and 2017 X5 for you to take a look at.
For a ball mount I recommend looking at the etrailer.com Ball Mount Kit # 989900. This kit includes two ball mounts, one with a 3/4 inch rise and 2 inch drop and another with a 2-3/4 inch rise and 4 inch drop, as well as both a 2 inch and 1-7/8 inch hitch balls. If the ball mounts in this kit are not sufficient to tow your trailer level, I have included a link that will take you to our available selection of ball mounts and an article that will help you measure for the correct rise or drop needed.
Products Referenced in This Question
Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 600 lbs TW
- 6000 lbs GTW
- 6000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 600 lbs WD TW
- Concealed Cross Tube
- CURT
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etrailer Ball Mount Kit for 2" Hitches - 7,500 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Fixed Ball Mount
- 1-7/8 Inch Ball
- 2 Inch Ball
- Two Balls
- Steel Ball
- Steel Shank - Gloss Black
- Drop - 2 Inch
- Drop - 4 Inch
- Rise - 1 Inch
- Rise - 3 Inch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 7500 lbs GTW
- Class III
- Ball Mount Kit
- etrailer
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Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class IV - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class IV
- 600 lbs TW
- 6000 lbs GTW
- 6000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 600 lbs WD TW
- Concealed Cross Tube
- Draw-Tite
more information >
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