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Towing with a Tiguan

in Anything that's not Eriba-related. Sun Mar 01, 2020 4:52 pm
by Edna III (deleted)
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I just wondered if anyone was towing with a Tiguan fitted with an electronically released tow bar that could possibly answer the following.

Is there ample clearance between ball and bumper for the alko hitch?

Does it allow for level towing? My current Westfalia tends to tow nose up no matter how much I load the car.

Did you have to remove the paint from the ball?

And finally when the tow bar is retracted is the ball facing up or down, any issues with rust?

Regards

Ray

60th Edition 530 being eased along by VW Tiguan


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RE: Towing with a Tiguan

in Anything that's not Eriba-related. Sun Mar 01, 2020 5:51 pm
by eribaMotters • | 5.600 Posts

I have a VAG electronically released tow ball on my Audi A3. I note you allready have a Tiguan but do not believe you can have this set-up retro fitted if that is what you may be thinking of.
I see no reason why VAG would not set your vehicle up any different to mine, as they have a European Standard that must be worked to, so:-
I have no clearance issue with the bumper.
I strongly suspect a slightly "nose up" stance would continue as this seems fairly common with your height of vehicle. It was the case with my [same floor pan as your Tiguan] Touran and Yeti. This is especially the case on vans a few years old as I believe they settle on the suspension over time, but I believe you have a newer van.
You will need to remove the paint.
The ball when retracted does rust as the standard VAG cover is a slotted affair. This winter I replaced it with a standard rubber Alko job, smeared with grease. When I got the van out to tow it for service in mid February the ball after a quick wipe with a white spirited rag was clean and rust free.
The built in 13 pin electrics socket in the side of the ball is a delight to use, no more stretching underneath.
The break-away cable mount is easy to access.

If you were thinking of this ball for a new vehicle it is definetly the way to go, and at about £800 factory fit a fair price.

Colin

aka Oscar - Audi A3 1.5 petrol _ ex 430, 552, camplet trailer tent, 310, now a nice white 2017 430.


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RE: Towing with a Tiguan

in Anything that's not Eriba-related. Sun Mar 01, 2020 6:04 pm
by Edna III (deleted)
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Thanks Colin.

Just ordered a new Tig and deliberating on having one fitted....

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RE: Towing with a Tiguan

in Anything that's not Eriba-related. Sun Mar 01, 2020 6:19 pm
by eribaMotters • | 5.600 Posts

Congratulations. Diesel or petrol. I ask because I made the change from a 2.0L diesel Yeti to a 1.5L petrol A3 and I am very surprised at how well the engine performs. It is far more flexible, pulls strongly and has near as dammit same economy.

Colin

aka Oscar - Audi A3 1.5 petrol _ ex 430, 552, camplet trailer tent, 310, now a nice white 2017 430.
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RE: Towing with a Tiguan

in Anything that's not Eriba-related. Sun Mar 01, 2020 6:23 pm
by Edna III (deleted)
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Gone for a petrol 1.5tsi DSG …….see how I get on

60th Edition 530 being eased along by VW Tiguan
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RE: Towing with a Tiguan

in Anything that's not Eriba-related. Sun Mar 01, 2020 6:25 pm
by Captain Calamity • | 358 Posts

I tow with a Tiguan mark 1 fitted with a removable (not electronic) towbar. The Tig tows our 2017 van completely level. You do need to remove the paint from the ball but because ours is removable we don’t need a cover. I’ve always coveted a fully electronic version, especially in the winter months but our set up is very easy to use. Retrofitted with electrics wired back to the main board was around £450.

Kevin


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RE: Towing with a Tiguan

in Anything that's not Eriba-related. Sun Mar 01, 2020 6:30 pm
by Edna III (deleted)
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I had an earlier Tig and that towed absolutely level too...there is a pic on here in the outfits albums.....but hey its what they call progress....apparently.

Ray

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RE: Towing with a Tiguan

in Anything that's not Eriba-related. Sun Mar 01, 2020 6:33 pm
by Williebraveheart • | 351 Posts

I bought one from Skoda to be retro fitted. Not cheap but excellent.

Stewart

2019 Troll 535GT Fixed Bed. Skoda Karoq 1.5i DSG
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RE: Towing with a Tiguan

in Anything that's not Eriba-related. Sun Mar 01, 2020 8:06 pm
by Edna III (deleted)
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my car is in stock so it will be a retro fit.....so it'll be a penny or two...but judging from above could be worth it

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RE: Towing with a Tiguan

in Anything that's not Eriba-related. Sun Mar 01, 2020 8:19 pm
by Edna III (deleted)
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Stewart

Did they fit the electrics okay, such that the fridge works and the battery charges whilst the ignition is on?

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RE: Towing with a Tiguan

in Anything that's not Eriba-related. Mon Mar 02, 2020 10:04 pm
by nod (deleted)
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Towed my 530 with a 2014 Tiguan with factory fitted retracting towbar for 3 years. My daughter has the VW now. No problems at all other than the car being a little high making the van slightly nose up however I have exactly the same issue with my new Mercedes GLC. The towball had a plastic cover which I fitted when retracted so never had any rust issues


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RE: Towing with a Tiguan

in Anything that's not Eriba-related. Mon Mar 02, 2020 10:12 pm
by Williebraveheart • | 351 Posts

Quote: Just Trolling wrote in post #10
Stewart

Did they fit the electrics okay, such that the fridge works and the battery charges whilst the ignition is on?


They sent it to the best towbar specialist in Glasgow and it was fitted with full functionality. Make sure you purchase the full electrical kit.

Stewart

2019 Troll 535GT Fixed Bed. Skoda Karoq 1.5i DSG


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RE: Towing with a Tiguan

in Anything that's not Eriba-related. Tue Mar 03, 2020 5:17 pm
by Sailormantom (deleted)
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I tow a troll with a mk2 Tig with factory electric lowball. No bumper clearance issues but does tow a bit higher at the front although this has never caused me any problems. I just slather on the vaseline when not towing and clean it off with paper towel followed by brake cleaner spray. No rust problems.

Tom


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RE: Towing with a Tiguan

in Anything that's not Eriba-related. Tue Mar 03, 2020 5:51 pm
by eribaMotters • | 5.600 Posts

Crackin idea, why didn't I think of vaseline, it's a dam sight cleaner than the grease I use. It's on tomorrows shopping list.

Colin

aka Oscar - Audi A3 1.5 petrol _ ex 430, 552, camplet trailer tent, 310, now a nice white 2017 430.


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RE: Towing with a Tiguan

in Anything that's not Eriba-related. Tue Mar 03, 2020 8:11 pm
by Edna III (deleted)
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Perhaps its just me being a bit anal over having a nice level van behind me for people to admire.

Thanks for all the info chaps....I think I'll order one.

Regards

Ray

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