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My FIRST post whooo hooooo Anyone know what type trailer hitch I need????

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First off thanks for such a great site. I love my Vibe and can't wait to look at all the site. I was wondering if anyone has an idea as to what hitch to buy for my Vibe and if it can hanle the load. I have an 04 and am planning on hauling my Raptor 660 to the ride spots which are around 20 miles from here. I can't afford to buy another vehicle such as a truck to haul her in so I was just thinking about getting a small flat utility trailer from Home Depot and hauling it on that. Will this work or am i asking for more than my car is designed for?THANKS!!!!!!!!
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There are a couple different brands that make a hitch for the Vibe, all of which are perfectly fine. I have always preferred the hidden hitch brand myself. The Vibe has a towing capacity of 1500 pounds. That is including the trailer. Oh and by the way welcome to the site and enjoy your Vibe.
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http://forums.genvibe.com/zerothread?id=40016 One of the best deals on the market. Several here already have it!You'll have no trouble towing a small trailer with the Vibe!Welcome to GenVibe BTW!!!!
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i have the stock hitch for mine and have had no trouble with the bigger loads. i have seen some aftermarket hitches with less atachment points tear the body. so when you get a hitch make sure there is 6 bolt holes to attach it just so you don't damage your ride.this is a picture of mine with close to the heaviest thing i have pulled
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What exactly do you mean by stock hitch? Did you purchase it from the dealer? What model and brand is it? Can you post a couple close up pictures of the actual hitch and attachment? I like the U-haul hitch but want a hitch that uses 6 bolts rather than four. Thanks.
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Quote, originally posted by Dino »What exactly do you mean by stock hitch? Did you purchase it from the dealer? What model and brand is it? Can you post a couple close up pictures of the actual hitch and attachment? I like the U-haul hitch but want a hitch that uses 6 bolts rather than four. Thanks.yes i bought it from the the dealership. my dad works at a pontiac dealer so got it somewhat cheap. i will try to get pics tomorrow if i remember.
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well welcome to you. You should start you up a garage thread. Let us know what you've done so far, and what you plan to do in the future. Pics are a must!!!!
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Quote, originally posted by Dino »What exactly do you mean by stock hitch? Did you purchase it from the dealer? What model and brand is it? Can you post a couple close up pictures of the actual hitch and attachment? I like the U-haul hitch but want a hitch that uses 6 bolts rather than four. Thanks.its rated for 2000 lbs and 200lbs tongue weightright sideleft side
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