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I think with Tesla trying to streamline, its going to be hard to get any out of the box packages from them. They already took out accessory hitch only as an option and might not support tow kit installs after the fact once they have to deal with the Model 3.
If anyone else is interested in making a modest profit for their hitch adaptor, please PM me.
I am in Washington state and would paypal, venmo, bank transfer or whatnot for one of these.
Thank you
I am in Washington state and would paypal, venmo, bank transfer or whatnot for one of these.
Thank you
polymathic
Member
@jason1466 I would not make any assumptions that the Draw-Tight hitch can carry more weight. The language used by Bosal about the limitations of unsprung weight state it was at Tesla's request. It doesn't explicitly state it's the receiver itself; it just mentions fatigue. There are eight bolts per sides connected to the aluminum body. It's possible the fatigue concerns are at the bolt points. Putting a heavier hitch on there could possible decrease your tongue weight.
Hi All,
Has anyone conclusively confirmed that the US 2in tow hitch receiver fits into UK or EU models? The UK model comes with a ball adapter which I don't want. I am about to order the 2in adpater via a friend in the US (Tesla US requires a US VIN to order a part, ugh!) and he will ship it over. I am doing this all because I bought a Stowaway2 cargo carrier (looks awesome, great reviews, doesn't sit on a UK ball tow) and am hoping to get this all sorted. Any advice?
Has anyone conclusively confirmed that the US 2in tow hitch receiver fits into UK or EU models? The UK model comes with a ball adapter which I don't want. I am about to order the 2in adpater via a friend in the US (Tesla US requires a US VIN to order a part, ugh!) and he will ship it over. I am doing this all because I bought a Stowaway2 cargo carrier (looks awesome, great reviews, doesn't sit on a UK ball tow) and am hoping to get this all sorted. Any advice?
I heard US Service centers will sell these to anyone with a US tesla VIN. Why not buy yourself? I can't as am in UK...so I am looking too. Tesla quoted me a price of 120 or something like that, but wouldn't sell when I said I had a UK VIN.
Yinn
Active Member
Towed a vehicle? No.
But I have towed a trailer with my AP1 MX that had the hardware and not software.
Yinn
Active Member
I meant trailer
Any issues with just HW and no SW?
At first, none. Eventually led to a $500 repair bill. (It's $750 to unlock the software)
It tows it just fine, but it eventually caused damage to some electronics (body controller?) SC ended up having to replace it and cited excessive weight/improper towing as the reason and I was nowhere near the hitch limit.
I did this when the software wasn't available for us. If it still wasn't available I'd say go for it and give it a shot (and did)
With it available and given the repair vs software unlock price, it just isn't worth the risk and I'd recommend grabbing the software.
Jays200
Member
I will be able to confirm in two weeks when we get our Australian spec MX. See my post below. We get the Swan neck ball too.
Has anyone towed with a Model X yet?
The US service centre asked for my VIN and my invoice states my yet to be delivered car specs and VIN. A relative picked it up and posted to Australia for US$75. Made a total of US$206. Reasonable.
Any update on this? It's on my list once I return from this camping trip. The Bosal removable receiver is a consistent worry for me.
Hi, I'm in Sydney did you manage to find the 2" receiver somewhere? I have a Thule bike rack I can't use and I need this style of receiver.
To anyone that want to swap, I have the euro format that is not really all that common in Oz
I also need a receiver hitch as I have Euro bosal swan neck, and very interested in US 2 inch square.
If any one can help, I have a physical address in USA, (forwarding company), I will pay you the part price and a profit for you, and you purchase it online or by phone and ship it to my address in US.
if any one can help I would be very grateful.
If any one can help, I have a physical address in USA, (forwarding company), I will pay you the part price and a profit for you, and you purchase it online or by phone and ship it to my address in US.
if any one can help I would be very grateful.
OzSimon
Member
Service in Brisbane say they are progressing on a fix to our issue- suggest you call your service guy and delivery guy and harass them to get it sorted!
Anyone?i still haven't found one and am urgently looking....US VIN holders, jump in and help us out
I will pay 2x cost... it's a phone call to your local dealer and then drop the part at the UPSP or FedEx shop
Jays200
Member
I ordered and paid for mine all via email, exchanging credit card and VIN details . Maybe, if you get that far, you could get FedEx or USPS do a pickup from the service centre.
You would need to get the service centre to package. Mine cost US$75 to Australia and that incuded the 2" hitch, hitch bag and a few packets of candy my relatives "snuck" in
Keep persisting, even nag your local service centre more. You'll get there.
Good Luck.
You would need to get the service centre to package. Mine cost US$75 to Australia and that incuded the 2" hitch, hitch bag and a few packets of candy my relatives "snuck" in
Keep persisting, even nag your local service centre more. You'll get there.
Good Luck.
I did as you suggested. Not so helpful. Just gave me the link to US service centres. I emailed Fremont and have not had any reply
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