Trailer Hitch and Trailer Wiring Harness Recommendation for 2011 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen TID

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I have a 2011 Volkswagen Jetta TDI Sportwagen and would like to install a hitch and wiring to tow trailers. What are the recommendations you have particularly for any that are American made. Thank you.

asked by: David M

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Expert Reply:

If you're looking for a US manufactured hitch for your 2011 VW Jetta SportWagen TDI, I'd recommend the EcoHitch # 306-X7284. This is the only US manufactured hitch we offer that's a fit for your vehicle. For a trailer wiring harness, I'd recommend the # C59496. I've linked to an installation video for the hitch.

You'll also need a ball mount like # D-28, a hitch pin, # PC3 and a trailer ball like # 19260 for a 1-7/8 inch or # 63845 for a 2 inch.

expert reply by: Mike L

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Answer 1

In a light-duty towing application like yours, to be perfectly honest, if it were my money I would choose the lowest cost hitch for whichever car you choose to equip with a hitch. All have identical capacities. For the 2014 VW Jetta Sportwagen TDI we…

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Answer 2

The EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver #306-X7284 will fit your 2013 VW Jetta SportWagen TDI. I can understand the confusion, as the description says, "excluding TDI" as well as "TDI models" like in the accompanying photo.…

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Answer 3

Since you are planning to tow a Scamp 13 Fiberglass Lightweight Trailer with your 2014 Volkswagen Jetta TDI Sportwagen I recommend the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver #306-X7284 due to its low profile design that only leaves the receiver…

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Answer 4

The bolts that come with the EcoHitch part #306-X7284 that you referenced are: (2) 7/16”-14 x 1” Gr.5 Hex Cap Screw (2) M8-1.25 Hex Nut (5) M8-1.25 x 50mm Hex Cap Screw Fully Threaded

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Answer 5

The EcoHitch #306-X7284 is a great choice! In order to add wiring to tow your boat (those are really cool, by the way), you'll want to use the Curt Powered Tail Light Converter #C59236. This harness will need to be hard wired in, but I've…

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Answer 6

I will be happy to help you get everything you will need to tow a trailer and go on the road with your band: except roadies. We are all out of roadies. First, you will need a trailer hitch. I recommend the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver -…

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Answer 7

TorkLift's EcoHitch #306-X7284 that fits your 2012 Jetta Sportwagen TDI will require fascia trimming as part of its overall installation. Please refer to the linked photo taken from the written instructions that will ship with the hitch. This…

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Answer 8

There's only one Class I hitch receiver confirmed to fit your 2013 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen TDI- the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2" #306-X7284, and while it has the hidden crosstube, it has the same 2,000 lb…

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Answer 9

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 10

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 11

Yes, we do. To add a hitch to your 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch item #C26VV. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Toyota with included hardware. This is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. It has a…

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Answer 12

Yep, so long as your 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness is not a hybrid both the Curt and etrailer hitches will fit: - Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13382 - etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98912 The only difference besides price is the finish; the…

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