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neisman
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 Posted: Thu Apr 13, 2017 5:41 am Post subject: 69 Beetle Quick Release Tow bar |
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My 69 Beetle will be our "Toad" behind a motorhome.
All of the tow bars that I find require me to get under the car to install/remove them.
This car will be on and off of the tow bar frequently and I will not always be in a situation where I want to get dirty removing the tow bar.
I am interested in a quick release tow bar.
Any thoughts or links? |
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PopPop Jambon
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| Posted: Thu Apr 13, 2017 6:04 am Post subject: Re: 69 Beetle Quick Release Tow bar |
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Sorry, I know I'm no help but I don't know of any "quick release" on the market. I have used my tow bar several times on my '68 and can't imagine an easier way to hook up and unhook. Pull 2 pins and I'm done. You may have to fasten one from scratch. The other option is to carry a blanket or drop cloth.
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gt1953
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| Posted: Thu Apr 13, 2017 6:37 am Post subject: Re: 69 Beetle Quick Release Tow bar |
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The beam tow bar is easy with a piece of carpet to lay on. Get a two wheel dolly drive on drive off.
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dirtkeeper
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| Posted: Thu Apr 13, 2017 6:45 am Post subject: Re: 69 Beetle Quick Release Tow bar |
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| I have left my tow bar on my bug and strapped the front to the bumper and drive around, Pull of the strap ( spongy cord actually) and hook up again. |
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60ragtop
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| Posted: Thu Apr 13, 2017 6:49 am Post subject: Re: 69 Beetle Quick Release Tow bar |
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find an RV place that sells Blue Ox tow bars(or something similar) to see what they have. Might have to visit a welding shop also to fabricate something for the quick release to mount to the beam but have seen a couple in the past few years.
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| Posted: Thu Apr 13, 2017 6:56 am Post subject: Re: 69 Beetle Quick Release Tow bar |
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| 60ragtop wrote: |
| find an RV place that sells Blue Ox tow bars(or something similar) to see what they have. Might have to visit a welding shop also to fabricate something for the quick release to mount to the beam but have seen a couple in the past few years. |
Found them the website lists them at 430 bucks plus shipping. |
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neisman
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| Posted: Thu Jul 20, 2017 5:49 pm Post subject: Re: 69 Beetle Quick Release Tow bar |
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| Thanks everybody for your responses. |
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heimlich
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| Posted: Thu Jul 20, 2017 7:57 pm Post subject: Re: 69 Beetle Quick Release Tow bar |
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Can't you replace the front bumper with a tow bar?
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neisman
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| Posted: Fri Nov 03, 2017 12:57 pm Post subject: Re: 69 Beetle Quick Release Tow bar |
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| Can't you replace the front bumper with a tow bar? |
That is what I am going to do. I will reinforce the body where the bumper attaches and make a bracket that allows easy attaching and removing of the bumper and/or tow bar.
I towed it 10 miles with a jury rigged setup and it was superb. |
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heimlich
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| Posted: Fri Nov 03, 2017 4:00 pm Post subject: Re: 69 Beetle Quick Release Tow bar |
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That's what I would do. You probably don't want to use the tow bar as is since it does slide around a little. They are really only good for emergency use but I am sure other folks out there use them all the time. I've had one damage pieces under the car before.
You need some way to attach it to the bumper easily. Maybe make some quick release type of mounts for the bumper and towbar. That way you can exchange the two out.
Lastly, ensure that the bumper mounts will hold a car in tow for extended time periods and trips.
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neisman
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| Posted: Fri Nov 10, 2017 3:38 pm Post subject: Re: 69 Beetle Quick Release Tow bar |
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Lastly, ensure that the bumper mounts will hold a car in tow for extended time periods and trips. |
Thanks for that.
I am going to reinforce the body were the bumper attaches to avoid damage from metal fatigue.
Hmmmmm, perhaps I will install bumperettes and use them to hide the towbar attachments. That way I will not have to worry about stowing the bumper while towing.
Yeah, the creative juices are flowing. |
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heimlich
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| Posted: Fri Nov 10, 2017 3:43 pm Post subject: Re: 69 Beetle Quick Release Tow bar |
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| neisman wrote: |
| kawfee wrote: |
Lastly, ensure that the bumper mounts will hold a car in tow for extended time periods and trips. |
Thanks for that.
I am going to reinforce the body were the bumper attaches to avoid damage from metal fatigue.
Hmmmmm, perhaps I will install bumperettes and use them to hide the towbar attachments. That way I will not have to worry about stowing the bumper while towing.
Yeah, the creative juices are flowing. |
Isn't that the frame where it attaches to? If it is you may not need it. I'd investigate this further.
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| Posted: Fri Nov 10, 2017 4:10 pm Post subject: Re: 69 Beetle Quick Release Tow bar |
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| kawfee wrote: |
| Isn't that the frame where it attaches to? If it is you may not need it. I'd investigate this further. |
Yes, the beetle tow bar attaches to the front axle. The design hasn't changed much in all these years.
Of course, tow bars for Supers are different (two piece).
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neisman
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| Posted: Fri Nov 17, 2017 3:47 pm Post subject: Re: 69 Beetle Quick Release Tow bar |
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I have it figured out.
Since I will not be running fenders, I will weld an extension to the shock tower and use it for both the bumper mount and the towbar mount.
I was concerned about metal fatigue using the original bumper mounting points even with reinforcement. |
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| Posted: Fri Nov 17, 2017 5:20 pm Post subject: Re: 69 Beetle Quick Release Tow bar |
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| once you fab some brackets Reese makes an adjustable folding towbar for around a hundred bucks |
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heimlich
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| Posted: Sat Nov 18, 2017 10:35 pm Post subject: Re: 69 Beetle Quick Release Tow bar |
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Please share your designs. I am sure others would love to see.
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