Hitch for 15 Golf TDI
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redbarron55
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See the post about OEM towbars under improvements except engines in the first block of the forum.
http://forums.tdiclub.com/showthread.php?t=438537
I bought the complete setup and had it shipped as described in the thread.
You might want to bump it up to keep it on the first page if you like the information
http://forums.tdiclub.com/showthread.php?t=438537
I bought the complete setup and had it shipped as described in the thread.
You might want to bump it up to keep it on the first page if you like the information
Depends on if you have a GSW or not, the hatchback has two hitch options that I know about, though same manufacturer, drawtite and hidden hitch.
redbarron55
Veteran Member
The Westfalia and Bosla make hitches for the MK7 and are available see post above.
ses310
Well-known member
I just ordered one of these:
http://www.etrailer.com/hitch-2015_Volkswagen_Golf.htm?style=TDI+models
http://www.etrailer.com/hitch-2015_Volkswagen_Golf.htm?style=TDI+models
Most people do not want a Euro hitch...
ibike2much
Active member
- Joined
- Dec 29, 2012
- Location
- Niagara Falls, Ontario
- TDI
- 2009 JSW TDI DSG - CR170+AWE.S3.IC+Full BuzzKen+Malone Stg 3
Check out Torklift Ecohitch.
I've emailed them as they had a nice JSW setup, nothing right now for the GSW
redbarron55
Veteran Member
If you plan to tow the rated (in the rest of the world) load then the european hitches are the only choice. The US ones I have seen are only rated 100-1500 lbs and basically bolt to the less structure secure sheet metal bits and do not go into the side frame pockes as far. If all you want is a bike rack or tow a 1000 lb trailer then you are good to go.
If you want to tow 1500 - 1600 KGs they you need something more.
Can Am RV in Canada can fix you up with a custom weight distributing hitch as well.
If you want to tow 1500 - 1600 KGs they you need something more.
Can Am RV in Canada can fix you up with a custom weight distributing hitch as well.
ibike2much
Active member
- Joined
- Dec 29, 2012
- Location
- Niagara Falls, Ontario
- TDI
- 2009 JSW TDI DSG - CR170+AWE.S3.IC+Full BuzzKen+Malone Stg 3
I have a Curt and it sucks. I bottom on every thing. It's ugly. The Ecohitch appears to mount like the Euro hitches
redbarron55
Veteran Member
The Ecohitch has everything but the weight rating.
BadWolf
Veteran Member
Wow thanks. I do have the 15 golf TDI not used to having to specify NOT the wagon. I just want a bike rack and a small trailer to take trash to the dump so it does not need to be heavy duty but I know Curt does not have one yet I will let you know if one of the options you all surfaced works out. THaNKs!
My96z
Member
I just recently got in contact with e-trailers and they told me that the draw-tite part 24925 will fit. So I ordered it and the wiring kit yesterday. I will let you all know how it turns out.
Link to my Q&A:
http://www.etrailer.com/question-119245.html?fb=yes
Seems to bolt directly to the frame so it should be solid. I towed two dirtbikes, tools, fuel and equipment (maybe 600 lbs) on a 550lb 5'x8' TSC trailer 1400+ miles each way from Texas to Michigan and back in my wife's 2009 Jetty wag w/ 2.5 gasser w/5 speed and it did fine both there and back.
Link to my Q&A:
http://www.etrailer.com/question-119245.html?fb=yes
Seems to bolt directly to the frame so it should be solid. I towed two dirtbikes, tools, fuel and equipment (maybe 600 lbs) on a 550lb 5'x8' TSC trailer 1400+ miles each way from Texas to Michigan and back in my wife's 2009 Jetty wag w/ 2.5 gasser w/5 speed and it did fine both there and back.
Saggio
Well-known member
I'll be going with EcoHitch. I stopped by their shop and the hitch is awesome!
Weight rating was 2000ibs!
By far the nicest hitch I've seen. AND when installed, the cleanest.
FYI for GSW:
Hello Eric,
Thank you for contacting us about our EcoHitch line! X7309 will not fit your 2015 VW Golf Sportwagen TDI, fortunately we are working on the Volkswagen line and are hoping to launch this product very soon! The best way to keep informed on this would be to like us on Facebook, follow us on twitter or to check out our blog! Our VW products are in high demand and we seem to be receiving very positive feedback so far with our current products!
Hello Eric,
Thank you for contacting us about our EcoHitch line! X7309 will not fit your 2015 VW Golf Sportwagen TDI, fortunately we are working on the Volkswagen line and are hoping to launch this product very soon! The best way to keep informed on this would be to like us on Facebook, follow us on twitter or to check out our blog! Our VW products are in high demand and we seem to be receiving very positive feedback so far with our current products!
workcar
Active member
I just checked out their site.
They can come in 2"
I am beyond happy!!!!
THANK YOU ECOHITCH!!!!!!!
How did this go, etrailers has since removed your question because I think they since decided it doesn't fit. I sent mine back without opening the box. Did you get it installed?
ses310
Well-known member
I can tell you it fits the standard mk7 golf tdi (installed mine this weekend). Not sure of sportwagen fit, though.
My96z
Member
I have not received it yet. I am going out of town for a few days next week, it may have to wait about a week and a half before I get to it.
Funny they removed it. I am going to try and put it on anyways, I really need to get a hitch on this wagon. Stay tuned...
Funny they removed it. I am going to try and put it on anyways, I really need to get a hitch on this wagon. Stay tuned...
Ah yes, thanks for the clarification, sometimes I forget this isn't a wagen specific forum!
drangundsturm
New member
Is the takewaway of this thread that there's no 2015 Golf Sportwagen TDI hitch?
From my research in the past week this is true, currently no hitch for the sport wagen TDI, but being actively worked on.
At least in the USA. I'd imagine they exist in Europe and have for a year, except that our TDI is unique with the torsion beam axle.
At least in the USA. I'd imagine they exist in Europe and have for a year, except that our TDI is unique with the torsion beam axle.
redbarron55
Veteran Member
Have you checked the Westfalia and Bosal hitches from the OEM manufacturers?
redbarron55
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http://www.transportsysteme24.de/index.php?cl=alist&cnid=1&cat=suche_nach_fahrzeugtyp
Since the hitch fits into the frame rails I doubt that there is a problem.
Since the hitch fits into the frame rails I doubt that there is a problem.
My96z
Member
The one I ordered bolts on where the bumper attaches to the frame, and then on the under side of the frame. Good as it gets.
Could be different than a golf hatch but it's worth a shot. No sheet metal attachment. I know lots of guys are looking for a hitch. So I don't mind being the guinea pig.
Could be different than a golf hatch but it's worth a shot. No sheet metal attachment. I know lots of guys are looking for a hitch. So I don't mind being the guinea pig.
FreezingInSask
Veteran Member
Just installed HiddenHitch part#60362 and trailer wiring from towready #118646 - plug and play, no cutting of the oem harness.
linux_author
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- Fahrvergnügen
- TDI
- Phase II Emissions modified 2015 Golf TDI S SportWagen
funny, the towready web site says the #118646:
Fits Vehicle Style:Except GTI & Sportwagen Models
willie
on the diesel-sippin' Gulf of Mexico