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TOWBAR GUIDE as at 27/08/12 (already on version 2!)
Griff449
 

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RE: TOWBAR GUIDE as at 27/08/12 (already on version 2!)

Yes all good. Booked for it to be done next sat so will post up some pics when its fitted. They supply the bike rack as well so one stop shop which is good. (Although the bike rack is £25 cheaper on Amazon).

Had a Pure TD4, Fuji White - now have Dynamic SD4, Fuji White 9 Speed auto with Verve Interior - let the new project begin!
31-08-2012 02:51pm
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BFGEvoqueMan
 

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Post: #12
RE: TOWBAR GUIDE as at 27/08/12 (already on version 2!)

Griff,

When you get your Thule bar fitted, please send me a couple of photos (as it is the same as the LR Branded Thule Bar), and I will update the attached guide.

BFG

5 Dr SD4 Dynamic Plus (220PS!)
- Santorini Black with Indus Silver Roof
- Plus Pack (Agility Pimento/Ebony Oxford Leather)
- 20" Style 7 Alloy Wheels, Adaptive Bi-Xenon's with high beam assist, Aero Flip Spolier
- Keyless Entry, Privacy Glass, Auto dipping Interior Mirror, 825W stereo
01-09-2012 08:24am
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Griff449
 

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RE: TOWBAR GUIDE as at 27/08/12 (already on version 2!)

Will do Smile Will post also post them up once it's done next Sat.

Had a Pure TD4, Fuji White - now have Dynamic SD4, Fuji White 9 Speed auto with Verve Interior - let the new project begin!
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01-09-2012 04:00pm
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DaveR
 

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RE: TOWBAR GUIDE as at 27/08/12 (already on version 2!)

Mailed Tow Trust today asking by how much there vertical detachable hangs below the bumper. They mailed me the following pics, fitting instructions attached.

I think I might go for this over the westfalia as the nose weight capacity is greater on this. (150kg vs 100kg).

Note the pics show the Electrics swivel bracket but no Electrics fitted. Instructions suggest that a little of the bumper needs to be removed to clear the electric socket when its fitted but I a hoping this can be avoided.


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03-09-2012 08:04pm
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BFGEvoqueMan
 

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RE: TOWBAR GUIDE as at 27/08/12 (already on version 2!)

I'll steal these photos and put them in my guide when I get a moment - thanks

5 Dr SD4 Dynamic Plus (220PS!)
- Santorini Black with Indus Silver Roof
- Plus Pack (Agility Pimento/Ebony Oxford Leather)
- 20" Style 7 Alloy Wheels, Adaptive Bi-Xenon's with high beam assist, Aero Flip Spolier
- Keyless Entry, Privacy Glass, Auto dipping Interior Mirror, 825W stereo
04-09-2012 07:12pm
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DaveR
 

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RE: TOWBAR GUIDE as at 27/08/12 (already on version 2!)

Well i got around to fitting the Tow Trust Swan Neck- Vertical Detachable this weekend.

I've fitted it without cutting the bumper (although i suspect it is pushing the lower part of the bumper forward by between 5 and 10 mm it's not so obvious.

Purchased both the Tow Bar and dedicated electrics from http://www.towbarsdirect.co.uk/ (They also have an Ebay store but I picked mine up from their shop in Taporley as it's not too far from me.


I took quite a few pics and put them on the following link along with some notes if anyone is considering doing it themselves (excuse the typos as I put it together in a bit of a rush)

TowTrust.PDF


This is what it looks like fitted (excuse any grubby finger marks they where taken before i had cleaned it)

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I think i might be the first on here to try this Tow Bar so I hope this is useful

Regards

Dave
10-09-2012 07:17pm
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BFGEvoqueMan
 

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RE: TOWBAR GUIDE as at 27/08/12 (already on version 2!)

Dave,

Nice guide, glad I started a trend...

I note your electrics kit has the same labels on it as the original Jaeger kit I used. I think they have just put on their own casing as their logo is on the flap of the electrical socket.

Really nice fit though. I initially thought my witter didn't need cutting, but after a week or so, it was clear that the bumper was being pushed out so I did cut it (soon went back to normal).

Reckon I might choose this for my next Dynamic...

BFG

5 Dr SD4 Dynamic Plus (220PS!)
- Santorini Black with Indus Silver Roof
- Plus Pack (Agility Pimento/Ebony Oxford Leather)
- 20" Style 7 Alloy Wheels, Adaptive Bi-Xenon's with high beam assist, Aero Flip Spolier
- Keyless Entry, Privacy Glass, Auto dipping Interior Mirror, 825W stereo
11-09-2012 02:35pm
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IvorRedOne
 

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RE: TOWBAR GUIDE as at 27/08/12 (already on version 2!)

(30-08-2012 09:00pm)Barton Evoque Wrote:  Best price so far for me is £450 for a witter detachable with single electrics.Dealers wanted £995

Same with me. £900 PLUS to fit one of LR's OEM Branded tow bars. Quoted from NTTA approved centre to fit
removable Westfalia £460. One thing puzzles me though. LR Dealership stated that if anyone other than LR fits a tow bar then if there is a fault with electrics at a later date then this repair/diagnostics would not be covered under the LR Warranty. Are you aware of this or is this just a crock? How did you get on with having yours fitted?
12-09-2012 11:23pm
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o3zone
 

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Post: #19
RE: TOWBAR GUIDE as at 27/08/12 (already on version 2!)

are people having to make larger cuts in the dynamic bumper. Does it sweep back further? Is it lower?
13-09-2012 01:01am
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Bessiebella
 

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RE: TOWBAR GUIDE as at 27/08/12 (already on version 2!)

Hi having a detachable tow bar fitted today £360 by a mobile fitter. I was told if I had a proper LR approved plug in electric connection it wouldn't affect the warranty but does push the price up by £50 . I've gone for this option
13-09-2012 07:29am
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