, n no electrics. I only bought the hitch cause i was tired of putting my mountain bike in the back with the seats folded down. I just ordered my bike rack, once i get it i will take some pics for those bikers out there.
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Sup guys i installed an aftermarket hitch to my GLK 350 2WD from TheHitchStore.com. If anyone would like to do it its not that expensive, but will take you a long time to do. The instructions said that it would take 120min for a novice. It actually took me 4 hours haha. Here are some pics
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I was too excited i forgot about it. Besides they probably would of charged me like 1000 dollars just to do it haha. Nothing better than DIY and not getting over charged for something simple
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Thats better than on my C. When I bought my GLK, we couldn't find one with a hitch already on it so in order to keep going on bike trips ( already had the hitch rack) I got one for the C from the Hitch Store. Looks good maybe I'll get that one because the family doesn't like piling in my old car....
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I am going to get new bikes (2 of them) and am thinking about getting a hitch+bike rack. If you can post some pics with the bikes on it would be very helpful.
I'd agree with NYCGLK that I'd get the factory one. I heard that the factory one comes with electronics that prevents the hatch from opening/closing if the bike rack is up. Can someone confirm?
I'd agree with NYCGLK that I'd get the factory one. I heard that the factory one comes with electronics that prevents the hatch from opening/closing if the bike rack is up. Can someone confirm?
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I am going to get new bikes (2 of them) and am thinking about getting a hitch+bike rack. If you can post some pics with the bikes on it would be very helpful.
I'd agree with NYCGLK that I'd get the factory one. I heard that the factory one comes with electronics that prevents the hatch from opening/closing if the bike rack is up. Can someone confirm?
I'd agree with NYCGLK that I'd get the factory one. I heard that the factory one comes with electronics that prevents the hatch from opening/closing if the bike rack is up. Can someone confirm?
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I'm talking about having one installed after the fact... most GLKs on the lots don't have the hitch.
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I am going to get new bikes (2 of them) and am thinking about getting a hitch+bike rack. If you can post some pics with the bikes on it would be very helpful.
I'd agree with NYCGLK that I'd get the factory one. I heard that the factory one comes with electronics that prevents the hatch from opening/closing if the bike rack is up. Can someone confirm?
I'd agree with NYCGLK that I'd get the factory one. I heard that the factory one comes with electronics that prevents the hatch from opening/closing if the bike rack is up. Can someone confirm?
If you have any more questions don't hesitate to ask, I am glad i had the courage to do everything myself and so far so good saved $$$$$
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I totally understand why dealerships charge 2 grand for it if they make it identical to the stock option.
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I have a factory installed trailer hitch. I put my bike rack on and opened the trunk with the remote. It did open - and I was surprised how much force it took to stop it - I had my hand between the door and the bike rack.
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Im sorry for that happening
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yea it's weird, I think it's not normal. I've played around with the hitch and know exactly what you are talking about. However, other times it would stop opening with not much effort.
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No damage done - my hand was between the two...
But I was surprised how much force it took to stop it from opening, as I had to push the door down to get it to stop.
Especially when it's closing and it takes very little pressure to stop it from closing.
But I was surprised how much force it took to stop it from opening, as I had to push the door down to get it to stop.
Especially when it's closing and it takes very little pressure to stop it from closing.
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I ride in mission, texas. Here is the website they have put up, showing some more details. www.missiontrails.org
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tow bar parts ?
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Maybe someone can help me"
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I need some parts for my factory installed Class II tow bar, but I’m confused and would appreciate help/advice.
I ordered the car (US-model), but delivery is end of July, therefore I can’t take measurements.
I want to have the “missing” parts available before I get my car, so I can use it right away.
I want to use the tow bar for a bike carrier, which is mounted on top of the hitch ball.
Am I correct that the Receiver tube size is 1 1/4 " ?
Now the confusion starts. I need a Class 2 ball mount and the hitch ball.
Looking at the different versions, I’m not sure which one I need.
For example, there are Ball Mounts with different Length (7 1/4”, 7 13/16", 9 ¾”, etc.) and Drop (1/4”, 1”, 3 ¼”, etc.).
What do I need?
What would be the correct hitch Ball? 1 7/8” or 2” ? I know it has to be for 3500 lbs.
Did I miss a part?
Thanks for your help
Maybe someone can help me"
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I need some parts for my factory installed Class II tow bar, but I’m confused and would appreciate help/advice.
I ordered the car (US-model), but delivery is end of July, therefore I can’t take measurements.
I want to have the “missing” parts available before I get my car, so I can use it right away.
I want to use the tow bar for a bike carrier, which is mounted on top of the hitch ball.
Am I correct that the Receiver tube size is 1 1/4 " ?
Now the confusion starts. I need a Class 2 ball mount and the hitch ball.
Looking at the different versions, I’m not sure which one I need.
For example, there are Ball Mounts with different Length (7 1/4”, 7 13/16", 9 ¾”, etc.) and Drop (1/4”, 1”, 3 ¼”, etc.).
What do I need?
What would be the correct hitch Ball? 1 7/8” or 2” ? I know it has to be for 3500 lbs.
Did I miss a part?
Thanks for your help
