Trailer Hitch, Ball Mount, Balls, and Wiring for a 2008 Volkswagen Rabbit
Question:
i am looking at the hitch #24825. do i also need something else? do i also need the sportframe drawbar? do you have instructions you can give me on how to install on my car? thx!!
asked by: Jenn
Expert Reply:
For the 2008 Volkswagen Rabbit, Draw-Tite trailer hitch # 24825 will fit. If you plan on doing some towing then the correct ball mount to use is # 3594. For a 1-7/8 inch ball use # 19256 and for a 2 inch ball use # 19258.
For trailer wiring use # 119250KIT. Installing trailer wiring on a 2008 Rabbit is going to be different than what the wiring instructions actually say. I have included a link to an FAQ article that should help you.
Please consult your vehicle owners manual before doing any towing to get the vehicle tow capacities and do not exceed them.
Products Referenced in This Question
ZCI Circuit Protected Vehicle Wiring Harness w/ 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector and Installation Kit
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- Converter
- Universal Fit
- 4 Flat
- Tekonsha
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1-7/8" Hitch Ball - 3/4" Diameter x 1-9/16" 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
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2" Hitch Ball - 3/4" Diameter x 1-9/16" Long Shank - Chrome - 3,500 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 2 Inch Diameter Ball
- 1-9/16 Inch Shank Length
- 3/4 Inch Diameter Shank
- 3500 lbs GTW
- Class I
- Class II
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- Rise - 4 Inch
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- 2000 lbs GTW
- Class I
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Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
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- Class I
- 200 lbs TW
- 2000 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Visible Cross Tube
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