06-11-2015, 08:47 AM | #3 | |
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Very neat unobtrusive installation |
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06-11-2015, 08:57 AM | #4 |
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it is a lot of money!
it is a class 2 hitch, 350# tongue wt. 3500# tow limit. very hidden when the ball hitch is not installed, and very clever attachment process. it may add a few dollars at re-sale, since not many X3's are tow vehicles. with that said, it is indeed a very capable tow vehicle, especially with the 35i power plant. see: http://x3.xbimmers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=594010 |
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06-11-2015, 09:01 AM | #5 |
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06-11-2015, 01:19 PM | #6 |
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thanks for your thoughts guys, e bay has them for 550.00 I'll install myself and a local bmw shop wants 125.00 to code the truck. Way way cheaper than the dealer. Just got a CPO and my condition of the sale was for them to repair a broken bumper support bracket. Since they had the bumper off I thought they would do me a hitch a little cheaper. Boy was I wrong, they wanted over two thousand. That wasn't happening. DIY is the only way to keep the cost down.
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06-11-2015, 07:14 PM | #8 |
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the only problem with the invis hitch is you loose the two rear toe hooks. That really come in handy for kayak tie downs. And its another hundred plus shipping.
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06-16-2015, 05:30 AM | #9 |
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Here is my Invisihitch installation.
This hitch includes two loops that are available for tie points. (The factory only put one tow hook location on my 2015 X3.) |
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09-14-2015, 02:02 PM | #11 |
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I would like to put a trailer hitch on my car.
Is this the correct item? http://www.shopbmwusa.com/PRODUCT/35...--COMPLETE-KIT If so, very little info on the website, can i put this on myself, or are there special tools, welding etc. necessary. thanks |
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If your X3 does not have PDC but is a newer build, you should be able to use a less expensive OEM tow hitch, correct? |
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09-15-2015, 06:38 AM | #13 |
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Amazing that BMW does not offer a factory installed hitch for the SUV's. Crazy - when Mercedes and Porsche do and it is a relatively cheap option on those too.
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09-15-2015, 07:29 AM | #14 |
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??? They do a factory installed hitch. My car has one and it's perfect for our needs.
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09-15-2015, 09:20 AM | #15 | |
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It isn't an option from the factory. |
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09-15-2015, 05:53 PM | #16 |
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Highly recommend Invisihitch --- neat, clean, can't be seen when hitch is out, comes with ball hitch and 2" receiver -- quoted 5000lb towing capacity on X3 3.5 -- all electronics and programming included... plus you can get the rest of the electronic annoyances re programmed as well, such as closing rear hatch with the fob, rolling up all windows and mirrors with the fob, true engine specs, tire pressure, etc. in the systems info, and dozens more options --- and less than OEM parts and installation.... Must find a good installer however...
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Hi I am new to the forum. I am trying to find help for a problem we have with our tow hitch. It appears to be jammed half in half out. The garage is saying we need to replace the whole tow hitch at a cost of £1500 I was just wondering if anyone had anything similar and if there is a cheaper solution. Thanks
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