Recommended Hitch and Towing Kit for 2017 BMW X5

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Hi- I am looking for a hitch for the BMW 2017 x5 xdrive 35i. Does the drawtite 75600 require a cut to facia bumper? Also, what accessories do I need to install beyond the hitch? ball mount, wire connect,etc? Thank you

asked by: Bob R

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If you're trying to decide between the hitches available for your 2017 BMW X5, I attached a link of our selection with a "Best" video at the top of the page. It has a great overview and comparison of the top 3 hitches: Curt, Draw-Tite, and Ecohitch.

The Draw-Tite Hitch # 75600 is great in terms of weight capacity with 600 lbs tongue weight and 6,000 lbs towing weight capacity. It does involve some fascia trimming with a utility knife. I attached a picture from the instructions showing exactly where and how much needs to be trimmed. There's also a video linked below if you want to watch the install process.

The Curt Hitch # 13077 has relatively the same install process and weight capacity as the Draw-Tite. The main difference, and why I prefer the Draw-Tite, is that Curt requires a stabilizing strap # 18050 when using hitch accessories like bike racks or cargo carriers.

If your priority is aesthetics, then the EcoHitch # 306-X7265 is recommended for how you can unbolt the hitch receiver when you are not using it. This results in a seamless look behind your car, no hitch in sight!

Whichever hitch you choose, when towing, you need a wiring harness, ball mount, and hitch ball. We have a nice ball mount kit # 989891 that comes with a ball mount that goes into your hitch and two differently-sized hitch balls. As for a wiring harness, I recommend the Curt Wiring Harness # C56190KIT. You just need to plug it straight into the connection behind your tail lights, and run the hot lead to your car battery. Make sure to use some grease # 11755 on those electrical connections to prevent corrosion.

expert reply by: Evangeline M

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Answer 1

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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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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If your old axles have a 5 bolt brake flange the assemblies like Dexter Electric Trailer Brake Assembly - 12" - Left Hand - 6,000 lbs part #23-105 or Dexter Electric Trailer Brake Assembly - 12" - Right Hand - 6,000 lbs part #23-106 will…

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If the trailer wheels scrubbed (dragged and scrapped the ground instead of rolling) when jack knifed then it could have thrown something out of alignment or damaged something. First, inspect the suspension. Look for any elongated holes where…

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I've never heard of an actual third brake light connector on a camper shell to plug in on a truck and we don't carry any parts to do that. The light generally needs to be hardwired into the truck's brake light circuit. The issue with this…

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Seal 171255UC has an inner diameter of 1.719 inches and outer diameter of 2.565 inches. A seal that has those dimensions would actually be #58846. I've added a link to a video review of this seal for you to take a look at.

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Brake systems are not dependent on the hub bolt pattern. So you can use the Electric Trailer Brake Kit #AKEBRK-7-SA for 12 inch hub/drums or #AKEBRK-35-SA for 10 inch hub/drums. Then use #10-1-1 wire sold by the foot for your brake magnet wiring.…

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While we may have an option for you, we do not have the exact specs on your Allis grease seal part number 5013 29772. However, with the 1.6" ID and 2.5" OD measurements you provides, that is very close to our #58846. This particular grease…

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Normal operating temperatures for drum brakes range from 150-400 degrees F. During certain stopping conditions the brake heat can exceed 600 degrees. The effectiveness and stopping power of the brakes is significantly reduced at these higher…

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If you are needing the hub and drum assembly then you will want to go with the Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly #8-201-5UC3-EZ but if you are just looking for an idler hub then you will want part #8-213-5UC1 instead. These come with the correct…

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A TCM double-lip grease seal number 127194 has an inner diameter of 1.274-inches and an outer diameter of 1.983-inches according to my research. The available grease seal nearest to those dimensions that we offer is part #RG06-010, which is a…

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Answer 12

The part you referenced 127194TB is a double-lip seal with an inner diameter of 1.274-inches and an outer diameter of 1.983-inches. The available seal nearest to those dimensions that we offer is part #RG06-010, which is a double-lip seal sold as a…

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