Another hitch install
 

Just wanted to encourage anyone on the fence about whether or not to tackle the hitch installation to go ahead and do it. I completed it by myself using the write up here as well as the one from the link below, supplemented by the included instructions.

I think the two things I would do differently are;

1. lift the towbar frame in the highest allowable position while tightening down the four bolts to minimize the body panel gap.

2. Disconnect the battery. My battery died and I don't think it was a coincidence that I had just completed this installation. I think it was due to me hitting the tailgate release over and over on accident. I think it drained the battery as a result.

Otherwise everything is covered in the write-ups.

xdrivers.co.uk • View topic - Fitting a Westfalia Detachable Towbar & Dedicated Electric

Congrats! and that's a great right up! In case anyone is wondering where to get the hitch HERE is a link to them.

ECS Tuning