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  1. S

    Westfalia Tow bar electrics kit

    Hope someone can help here, I'm halfway through fitting a Wesfalia Tow bar to my 2017 Shuttle. So I'm looking specifically at the point were three wires are connected to the extra fuse bar thats under the passenger seat. Now the instructions say that the three cables are fitted in spots 5,6,7...
  2. amo1968red

    T6 Detachable Towbar brand??

    Hi all After some assistance...is a long-shot, but thought I'd ask. Recently purchased my first van, and have found that it has a detachable towbar (and electrics)...but alas no towbar neck. I'm trying to determine the manufacturer (so that I can look for a replacement neck), but I don't see...
  3. K

    Towbar prep - coding still required?

    Hi everyone, Quick question about fitting a towbar, my T6.1 was ordered with towbar prep, if I fit the towbar myself will I still need to take it to VW to have coding adjustments to make everything work? Are there any recommendations on which manufacturers to go to for a towbar and wiring...
  4. Dellmassive

    Tow-Trust detachable Towbar - "TVW9VK" kit & Wire kit -- How I Done It --

    Tow-Trust detachable Towbar - "TVW9VK" kit & Wire kit -- How I Done It -- Here we go, following on from this thread . . . - Towbar recommendations please i though it was time i finaly got around to doing it myself. . . it started with a quote from the main dealers . . . and the...
  5. McFlude

    Buzz Rack tow bar bike rack

    I need a bike rack for two bikes very occasional use. I have a tow bar and have been considering the Buzz Rack Moose or Buffalo racks. Is anyone aware if they tilt enough to allow the tailgate to open? (I know that Altera and Thule have racks which would suit but unfortunately my budget won't suit)
  6. T6DSGChris

    Sold Witter gen towbar

    Bought by a colleague of mine whom actually ordered a new towball and the lot turned up, so this is all as new, just needs the ball end. Gave to me as pressy but our tiguan has a jazxy one on so i dont need tbh, said id sell and split dosh with him. Seem to be about £150 cheapest online...
  7. piper1

    Tow bar wiring harness - light and siren?

    I’ve just had a tow bar and dedicated wiring harness fitted to a 2017 kombi van. Can anyone tell me please if there is a light on the dashboard or an audible signal indicating that a trailer/caravan is connected. I thought maybe an indicator light might of been visible when in use?
  8. D

    13pin towbar used to charge leisure battery?

    Hi all, First post and excited to finally join the T6 community rather than lurking in the background! Just bought a T6.0 with Westfalia towbar installed. Is there any way to power a leisure battery from the towbar electrics? I've read on this thread from @catfood12 that there's additional...
  9. S

    Front Tow Bar

    Has anybody found/fitted a tow ball on the front of their T6, I will be using the van to launch a boat and past experience tells me that having a ball on the front makes the job very much easier?
  10. P

    T6.1 with Tow Bar Prep - Coding appears absent [Resolved]

    Hi Don't normally post stuff, however after some assistance, had a new t6.1 back in March with tow prep, just had a towbar and the electics fitted. Now I have just contacted the local steelers VW @ Indian queens to enquire about having the van coded, only to be told that I needed a special...
  11. Joblue

    Where to buy towbar and at what price? DIY

    I need to get a tow bar fitted to tow a small trailer, I have had a few quotes but just wondered what you guys might suggest as a reasonable price. Also should I get a removable or fixed hitch and will any electric work affect my warranty?
  12. H

    Coding in a tow-bar

    Hi, what does people use to recode their van after getting towbar fitted?
  13. shaiboyuk

    PFJ or Dealer to fit Towbar?

    Hi, So the Transporter is coming the next day or so, and need to get a towbar for going away. I've priced up VW one and Westfalia (PFJones), detachable, 13 pin electrics, extension lead (non TP) and Towbar plastic rail and fixings. VW one comes in at £592. Westfalia (PFJones) one comes in at...
  14. G

    Found Wanted - towbar for T5 T6

    Just a thread to see what used stuff about. After a towbar for my T6. Hardware only, no electrics needed.
  15. S

    Detachable to fixed tow bar

    Hi i have a detachable towbar fitted from new on my T6 T32 panel van however i now want the fixed type so i can mount a trials bike carrier via the 2 mounting hole bolts. Anyone done it ? Is it straight forward? Thanks
  16. DOUG WARD

    tow bar installers in the southeast?

    Has Anyone in the Essex area has a towbar fitted for a good price and a good fitter ..
  17. G

    Tow weights - caravan

    Hi Everyone This is a great site, with great information and advice. ok here goes, I’ve camped and had many large motorhomes over the years and I’m still learning as we go along. We decided to downsize to a T6 lwb not so long ago, I really don’t think there is a perfect scenario out there to...
  18. O

    Towbar bike rack that allows tailgate to open fully

    Hi I am looking for some advise on tow bar bike racks for 4 bikes. My T6 has a tailgate and wanting a rack which tilts so we can open the tailgate. I have seen the Witter ZX204/ ZX304 but does anyone know if this tilts enough to open the tailgate. The bike rack will only be for occasional use...
  19. Mick

    PF Jones appalling service.

    Despite a number of people telling me how good PF Jones are my advice at this moment is stay well away from them. I ordered a Tow Bar and electric from them 3 weeks ago. They initially gave me an install date of the 28th. I spoke to the fitters and they brought it forward to 9am today. Last...
  20. RunDSG

    Error: ACC and Error: Brakes… Workshop!

    Ok, someone please save me. I’m worried I’ve seriously wrecked something. I’ve just finished a series of jobs. Most likely to have caused the error, fitting Westfalia towbar electrics. I now get these two errors. Error: ACC *reading here suggests this sometimes happens after towbar install...
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