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How to Install the Curt Trailer Hitch on a 2016 Volkswagen Golf

Ryan: Hey everyone. Ryan here at etrailer.com. Today on our 2016 Volkswagen Golf, we're going to be taking a look at and showing you how to install the CURT Class 1 Trailer Hitch Receiver. One of the things I really like about this hitch is that, for the most part, it's going to be completely hidden. The only thing you're going to see is your receiver tube. And since this does have a… see more >

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