Advice on tow bar

Posted on 01/02/2019 08:24 by SteveL

It does not look anything like my detachable. It also looks a bit close to the bumper to allow an Alko type hitch (stabiliser) to fit in without rubbing on it, although the photo may be deceptive. All looks fairly new so probably 13 pin, but did you lift the flap to check?  We just used to have the one old style socket when we just towed a trailer.

Posted on 01/02/2019 11:31 by lornalou1

 that's not a 13 pin socket as cover and holder are a different shape/size and looks like you cannot turn through 90 deg.

Posted on 01/02/2019 15:52 by SteveL

It's certainly a different design to the PCT one on my vehicle. However, the bit that turns is under the flap, that can't be determined from the photo. Which is why I suggested lifting the flap and counting. 

Of course even if it is a 13 pin socket, it does not mean it was wired fully for a caravan, if only used to tow a small trailer.

 

Posted on 01/02/2019 16:04 by Vulcan

Don't confuse the man, assuming it is a 13 pin socket the bit that turns is the outer part of the plug not the socket.