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Jack Black · 08-10-2012, 10:51 AM

Is there a trailer hitch available yet for the twins? I've been checking www.etrailer.com and nothing listed there so far.

celica73 · 08-10-2012, 12:23 PM

This is going to be a hard car to make a hitch for.

I want one that has a triangular receiver that sticks out where the red reflector is. Too bad no one makes triangular hitches.

I need to look under the car and see if there are any factory points for bolting anything, or if it will require drilling holes.

Jack Black · 08-10-2012, 12:33 PM

Hopefully there will be one eventually. It was a big problem with the Solstice in the beginning, too.

whataboutbob · 08-10-2012, 03:24 PM

Pretty sure the manual says NOT to use this car to tow anything ...

Kimsey47 · 08-10-2012, 03:30 PM

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Originally Posted by whataboutbob

Pretty sure the manual says NOT to use this car to tow anything ...

You are correct sir!

Vanguard · 08-12-2012, 08:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Kimsey47

You are correct sir!

Same is said in the manuals for S2Ks and Kappas, but you see plenty of people put hitches on there and tow tires to autocrosses and track days. I did it a few years back on my Sky Redline. As long as you are towing a lighter one axle trailer, you shouldn't have an issue. Just be gentile when towing.

ABQautoxer · 08-13-2012, 02:33 PM

They said don't tow with a Z06 but I did (large tire trailer) as do lots of others. They said don't tow with an STi, we did, a 2 kart trailer. I bet this happens on the 86s sooner rather than later at the very least to mount bike racks.

sure74 · 08-20-2012, 09:41 AM

The u-haul site has the BRZ listed but when you go to the product page you get the following:

Your vehicle requires a custom-built hitch which we will gladly fabricate for you. If you are able to bring your vehicle to our Tempe, AZ Research & Development facility we'll provide you with a free U-Haul custom trailer hitch, including free installation, and a lifetime unlimited warranty in exchange for the use of your vehicle to fabricate the trailer hitch. We'll need the vehicle for two to three days. If you are interested in this offer please complete the form below and we'll contact you to schedule your appointment. This offer is only valid until one customer per vehicle can fulfill our requirements.

Anyone near Tempe looking for a hitch?
http://www.uhaul.com/MovingSupplies/Trailer-Hitches/

FTD · 08-23-2012, 12:14 PM

If I were to buy an FT86 I would require a hitch to pull my tire trailer. I'm sure the big hitch manufacturers will be developing solutions for this car (Curt and DrawTite). I just hope the execution is decent, that little triangle area may make the reciever location awkward.

7thgear · 08-23-2012, 01:07 PM

might void your warranty if there is every a body frame problem

it clearly states in the manual not to install trailer hitches, bike racks attached to trailer hitches or to use the vehicle for any sort of towing.

iLuveKetchup · 08-23-2012, 01:47 PM

I want to buy a BRZ so I don't have to tow a trailer to the autocross. lol It's my only gripe with the s2k.

But to get back OT, what are you towing?

dwx · 08-23-2012, 02:09 PM

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Originally Posted by 7thgear

might void your warranty if there is every a body frame problem

it clearly states in the manual not to install trailer hitches, bike racks attached to trailer hitches or to use the vehicle for any sort of towing.

Lots of manufacturers state that and it doesn't stop Solstice, Miata, S2K, Elise/Exige owners from putting hitches on their cars. If an Elise can tow a tire trailer, a BRZ/FR-S sure can as well.

You CAN get 4 wheels and tires in the car pretty easily in under 5 minutes and have quite a bit of room left in the trunk, so I for one probably won't be investing in a tire trailer but I can certainly see the utility of it. I would definitely recommend tirerack (or whoever the brand is) tire bags for the wheels/tires because tires can easily scuff up hard plastic interiors.

7thgear · 08-23-2012, 02:25 PM

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Originally Posted by dwx

Lots of manufacturers state that and it doesn't stop Solstice, Miata, S2K, Elise/Exige owners from putting hitches on their cars. If an Elise can tow a tire trailer, a BRZ/FR-S sure can as well.

You CAN get 4 wheels and tires in the car pretty easily in under 5 minutes and have quite a bit of room left in the trunk, so I for one probably won't be investing in a tire trailer but I can certainly see the utility of it. I would definitely recommend tirerack (or whoever the brand is) tire bags for the wheels/tires because tires can easily scuff up hard plastic interiors.

because unibody

not saying dont do it, having a trailer hitch is much utility.. but just keep in mind that if something happens the dealer may deny claim.

JWA · 08-23-2012, 07:57 PM

I haven't looked in much detail, but it seems to me that the two tow hook receptacles at the rear might be a perfect attachment point for a temp hitch receiver. They are intended to hold the weight of the car, pulling in at least some angular direction, so they should be able to handle a bike rack or small tire trailer. It would seem to be easy to have a cross bar with a receiver and then two tubes going to the attachment points made up. Then you'd just have to pull the covers and bolt it on when you planned to use it.

Im_SPEED · 08-23-2012, 08:13 PM

^^^ i think thats what they have for the MRS i maybe mistaken

CSSM · 08-23-2012, 08:37 PM

4 wheels + supplies will fit in the trunk.

JWA · 08-23-2012, 11:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Im_SPEED

^^^ i think thats what they have for the MRS i maybe mistaken

Yep, looks like it. Here's a crappy pic:

Interesting approach with the two pins that go in first.

wheelhaus · 08-24-2012, 12:22 AM

My buddy had a 2002 Boxster and picked up a similar thing as the MR kit above, but it bolted to the bumper via two caps that popped off to reveal a couple protrusions. Bolt on the adapters, and the two-tray bike rack slipped right on.

Mitch · 08-24-2012, 12:38 AM

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Originally Posted by CSSM

4 wheels + supplies will fit in the trunk.

A bicycle or two, however, will not.

CSSM · 08-24-2012, 02:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mitch

A bicycle or two, however, will not.

One should, if one can fit in a Fiat Abarth it can fit in an 86.

iLuveKetchup · 08-24-2012, 09:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Mitch

A bicycle or two, however, will not.

Since it's the "Tracking / Autocross / HPDE" subforum, not entirely sure if the OP is thinking about a bike trailer. But who knows... that's why I asked what he intends to tow.

FrX · 08-24-2012, 09:52 AM

I take a lot of gear to trackdays. Coolers, awnings, seating. I would love to have the option to tow a small trailer.

08-10-2012, 10:51 AM	#1
Jack Black Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Drives: Mazda 3, Triumph St3 Location: SoFla Posts: 9 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Trailer Hitch Is there a trailer hitch available yet for the twins? I've been checking www.etrailer.com and nothing listed there so far.

08-13-2012, 02:33 PM	#7
ABQautoxer Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Drives: BRZ Limited Location: Albuquerque, NM Posts: 635 Thanks: 53 Thanked 168 Times in 125 Posts Mentioned: 1 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	They said don't tow with a Z06 but I did (large tire trailer) as do lots of others. They said don't tow with an STi, we did, a 2 kart trailer. I bet this happens on the 86s sooner rather than later at the very least to mount bike racks. __________________ TomR #76/176 SCCA RT/RTA 2012 WRX #76 SCCA STX 2006 WRX

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7thgear Cynical Pessimist Join Date: Jan 2012 Drives: Canada Location: I rock a beat harder than you can beat it with rocks Posts: 1,770 Thanks: 69 Thanked 601 Times in 289 Posts Mentioned: 3 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	might void your warranty if there is every a body frame problem it clearly states in the manual not to install trailer hitches, bike racks attached to trailer hitches or to use the vehicle for any sort of towing. __________________ Time-Attack Consultant (Ontario, Canada)www.time-attack.ca Contact me with all your autrocross, time attack, and other race events questions.

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iLuveKetchup My VTEC fluid is full Join Date: Jan 2012 Drives: CR Location: NYC Posts: 410 Thanks: 48 Thanked 68 Times in 48 Posts Mentioned: 1 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	I want to buy a BRZ so I don't have to tow a trailer to the autocross. lol It's my only gripe with the s2k. But to get back OT, what are you towing? __________________ YouTube

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CSSM Still Dreamin' Join Date: Dec 2011 Drives: 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe Location: Washington/Oregon Posts: 657 Thanks: 86 Thanked 112 Times in 65 Posts Mentioned: 3 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	4 wheels + supplies will fit in the trunk. __________________ Check out my photos here!! (Click)

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celica73 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Drives: '13 BRZ / '11 Outback / '06 Tundra Location: Durham NC Posts: 261 Thanks: 1 Thanked 56 Times in 40 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	This is going to be a hard car to make a hitch for. I want one that has a triangular receiver that sticks out where the red reflector is. Too bad no one makes triangular hitches. I need to look under the car and see if there are any factory points for bolting anything, or if it will require drilling holes.

08-10-2012, 12:33 PM	#3
Jack Black Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Drives: Mazda 3, Triumph St3 Location: SoFla Posts: 9 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Hopefully there will be one eventually. It was a big problem with the Solstice in the beginning, too.

08-20-2012, 09:41 AM	#8
sure74 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Drives: 2013 Subaru BRZ Delivered: 6-1-2012 Location: NY Posts: 172 Thanks: 46 Thanked 110 Times in 36 Posts Mentioned: 3 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	The u-haul site has the BRZ listed but when you go to the product page you get the following: Your vehicle requires a custom-built hitch which we will gladly fabricate for you. If you are able to bring your vehicle to our Tempe, AZ Research & Development facility we'll provide you with a free U-Haul custom trailer hitch, including free installation, and a lifetime unlimited warranty in exchange for the use of your vehicle to fabricate the trailer hitch. We'll need the vehicle for two to three days. If you are interested in this offer please complete the form below and we'll contact you to schedule your appointment. This offer is only valid until one customer per vehicle can fulfill our requirements. Anyone near Tempe looking for a hitch? http://www.uhaul.com/MovingSupplies/Trailer-Hitches/

08-23-2012, 12:14 PM	#9
FTD Member Join Date: May 2012 Drives: 2002 WRX Location: Appleton, WI Posts: 20 Thanks: 0 Thanked 4 Times in 3 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	If I were to buy an FT86 I would require a hitch to pull my tire trailer. I'm sure the big hitch manufacturers will be developing solutions for this car (Curt and DrawTite). I just hope the execution is decent, that little triangle area may make the reciever location awkward.

08-23-2012, 07:57 PM	#14
JWA Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Drives: BRZ, Exige, Boxster Location: WI Posts: 56 Thanks: 0 Thanked 7 Times in 6 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	I haven't looked in much detail, but it seems to me that the two tow hook receptacles at the rear might be a perfect attachment point for a temp hitch receiver. They are intended to hold the weight of the car, pulling in at least some angular direction, so they should be able to handle a bike rack or small tire trailer. It would seem to be easy to have a cross bar with a receiver and then two tubes going to the attachment points made up. Then you'd just have to pull the covers and bolt it on when you planned to use it.

08-23-2012, 08:13 PM	#15
Im_SPEED Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Drives: FRS hot lava Location: Oregon Posts: 81 Thanks: 7 Thanked 12 Times in 8 Posts Mentioned: 1 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	^^^ i think thats what they have for the MRS i maybe mistaken

08-24-2012, 12:22 AM	#18
wheelhaus Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Drives: 2013 BRZ, 2011 Kawasaki Z1000 Location: Denver Posts: 431 Thanks: 154 Thanked 185 Times in 118 Posts Mentioned: 5 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	My buddy had a 2002 Boxster and picked up a similar thing as the MR kit above, but it bolted to the bumper via two caps that popped off to reveal a couple protrusions. Bolt on the adapters, and the two-tray bike rack slipped right on. __________________ Dave 2011 Kawasaki Z1000 DGM BRZ Premium

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