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- 2006 Mazda 5 GT 5spd
Rocket said:
I thought of that too... because this trailer is so low and the lights on the 5 are high.... hmmm.... I really doubt that here in British Columbia we would be allowed to do that... but no harm in asking.
Trailer Hitch
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I thought of that too... because this trailer is so low and the lights on the 5 are high.... hmmm.... I really doubt that here in British Columbia we would be allowed to do that... but no harm in asking.
See there ya go... left the job to a mechanic at the shop and he obviously did not look at instructions.
I did some reading and found the end bolts go straight thru the bumper support. Thanks for the help.
Installed the hitch in about 35 min or so (really was a 1 pint job for those that cant tell time). Only had to enlarge the two lower attachment points for bolt to fit in the hole. Painted up the new bolts and presto new hitch installed.
Below are some pics....
May the youth of the world start to read (ughdance)
I did some reading and found the end bolts go straight thru the bumper support. Thanks for the help.
Installed the hitch in about 35 min or so (really was a 1 pint job for those that cant tell time). Only had to enlarge the two lower attachment points for bolt to fit in the hole. Painted up the new bolts and presto new hitch installed.
Below are some pics....
May the youth of the world start to read (ughdance)
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Zoom5Zoom said:
Very nice Zoom5Zoom - well done!
Where did you get your hitch and what did you pay for it?
What tools did you need?
Are you planning to install wiring for towing??
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Very nice Zoom5Zoom - well done!
Thanks
Where did you get your hitch and what did you pay for it?
I got my hitch from the dealer. It is a curtis hitch.....
What tools did you need?
Electric Drill (to enlarge lower holes), Snag wire to feed bolts down bumper to drop in holes and lastly rachet set.
Are you planning to install wiring for towing??
Not yet as I have a second vehicle for towing our trailer. But because the lights on the 5 are so high my trailer is just a canadian tire 4x4 ft special (like I can even carry it into my shed) I will most likely not wire it.
Thanks
Where did you get your hitch and what did you pay for it?
I got my hitch from the dealer. It is a curtis hitch.....
What tools did you need?
Electric Drill (to enlarge lower holes), Snag wire to feed bolts down bumper to drop in holes and lastly rachet set.
Are you planning to install wiring for towing??
Not yet as I have a second vehicle for towing our trailer. But because the lights on the 5 are so high my trailer is just a canadian tire 4x4 ft special (like I can even carry it into my shed) I will most likely not wire it.
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Zoom5Zoom said:
Thanks Zoom5Zoom
I looked into the Motor Vehicle Act here in BC and it states that all trailers must have functioning lights for brakes and signals.
I was hoping the lights on the 5 would be enough seeing that I have a low profile trailer as well.
Thanks for all your info and input.
Great install on the hitch. I have tried to locate Curtis hitch and am not having much luck. I have though found a Curt hitch model C11338/DH247338 http://search.cartserver.com/search...c1_receiv_01&maxhits=1&keywords=gl0033&GO=GO!
Would this be the same item?. You mentioned that you purchased from your dealer in Ottawa, are you not worried about voiding the warranty. Can you provide further details on pricing and if it is a Curtis, what the model number it is / website etc.
Thanks much
Would this be the same item?. You mentioned that you purchased from your dealer in Ottawa, are you not worried about voiding the warranty. Can you provide further details on pricing and if it is a Curtis, what the model number it is / website etc.
Thanks much
I am not worried about warrenty as I will be used correctly. As for model looks like you got it. The image is noted as not being exact and for sure the one you see in that link is indeed not the one. There is one in stock at performance mazda if you want it. Ask for Dave tell em you where sent from the Forum.
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I finally got a hitch installed - no wiring - I haven't decided on what to do in that regard.
I went with the U-Haul Hitch - looks very similar (if not exactly the same) to the Curtis hitch.
I had the U-Haul guys do the install. Cost $210 CDN including all taxes and lifetime warranty for replacement in the event of accident or stupidity!!
I went with the U-Haul Hitch - looks very similar (if not exactly the same) to the Curtis hitch.
I had the U-Haul guys do the install. Cost $210 CDN including all taxes and lifetime warranty for replacement in the event of accident or stupidity!!
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Hi
Noob here.
Here is a link to a gallery of my factory fittet hitch.
Just thought you might want to compare yours to mine. (burnout)
When I ordered my, 5 having it without a tow hook was out of the question.
Noob here.
Here is a link to a gallery of my factory fittet hitch.
Just thought you might want to compare yours to mine. (burnout)
When I ordered my, 5 having it without a tow hook was out of the question.
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Pulling a boat
I purchased a Mazda 5, as did my daughter. We never dreamed it would be a problem. We finally found a hitch at U-Haul after failing everywhere else. They sent us to Mazda for light harness but of course, Mazda don't make one. They told me the car was not slated to haul and therefore no electricals would be made. He did tell me that did not mean it was not capable of hauling. Our problem is that we now have the hitch and have to get our 12 foot aluminum boat to our cottage which is 100 miles away. We would have to do back roads as we have no lights. U-haul tried for two hours to cut into a harness and install lights but were unable to do so. Once at the cottage, we only need to pull it a few hundred yards when we put it in the water and that would only be a couple of times a weekend so am not concerned about that. Do you think we will ruin my daughter's car by hauling it the once to our cottage. I have no idea how heavy a trailer is and a 12 foot aluminum boat. Her boyfriend has a Mazda 3 so we are out of luck. Never had this happen before. Our cars always pulled it with no trouble. They never tell you these things before purchasing. Don't know what to do.
I purchased a Mazda 5, as did my daughter. We never dreamed it would be a problem. We finally found a hitch at U-Haul after failing everywhere else. They sent us to Mazda for light harness but of course, Mazda don't make one. They told me the car was not slated to haul and therefore no electricals would be made. He did tell me that did not mean it was not capable of hauling. Our problem is that we now have the hitch and have to get our 12 foot aluminum boat to our cottage which is 100 miles away. We would have to do back roads as we have no lights. U-haul tried for two hours to cut into a harness and install lights but were unable to do so. Once at the cottage, we only need to pull it a few hundred yards when we put it in the water and that would only be a couple of times a weekend so am not concerned about that. Do you think we will ruin my daughter's car by hauling it the once to our cottage. I have no idea how heavy a trailer is and a 12 foot aluminum boat. Her boyfriend has a Mazda 3 so we are out of luck. Never had this happen before. Our cars always pulled it with no trouble. They never tell you these things before purchasing. Don't know what to do.
Well, considering it has a 2.3L 4 banger in an already 3400lb. vehicle... I'm personally not too surprised it wasn't designed for towingChi said:
15 min. of research into the car before buying could've revealed this. Dealerships won't tell you more than they have to to sell you the car. For instance, if you would've specifically asked, he would've been straight with you about the towing, but he's not gonna go out of his way to tell you it can't if you don't ask. Not that I think all salesmen are slime, the one I'm working with has been wonderful, but unless they know specifically your intention to tow with the vehicle, they're not gonna just randomly bring it up for discussion.I do understand towing isn't a frequent occurance for you. However, if you say you've towed it with cars fine before, that's not necessarily saying a whole lot as these cars may have had a decent V6 (torque) under the hood? It's hard to say if you'd be okay or not as I have no clue what a 12ft. boat weighs... however I assume it also has an outboard motor? The motor in itself could pack on 500lbs. There's really too many unanswered questions about specifically the weight you're planning to tow. Perhaps you should check into renting a truck for the day or two?
All that lecture being said, I'm genuinely sorry about the situation you're in and hope that you can get something worked out!
Pulling Boat
The motor is already at the cottage so it is not a problem and it isn't that big. Wouldn't weight 500 lbs. Guess we are just not too bright. I had no idea all cars couldn't pull a trailer. I figured that the small ones couldn't but thought anything of a reasonable size could. Anyway, I believe the boat is 32.2 kg which would translate into about 708 pounds but don't know the weight of the trailer. Chi
The motor is already at the cottage so it is not a problem and it isn't that big. Wouldn't weight 500 lbs. Guess we are just not too bright. I had no idea all cars couldn't pull a trailer. I figured that the small ones couldn't but thought anything of a reasonable size could. Anyway, I believe the boat is 32.2 kg which would translate into about 708 pounds but don't know the weight of the trailer. Chi
Guys,
Can you provide any more details on the wiring kit ( apparently made for the MPV) that hook directly to the battery ??
Thanks.
Medicman.
PS - In relation to the initial thread, I plan on towing a 4x8 utility trailer, just to haul bikes and coolers for camping. I will purchase a tranny cooler for the 5 as well, does Mazda sell these too ?? ( Maybe also made for the MPV ?)
Can you provide any more details on the wiring kit ( apparently made for the MPV) that hook directly to the battery ??
Thanks.
Medicman.
PS - In relation to the initial thread, I plan on towing a 4x8 utility trailer, just to haul bikes and coolers for camping. I will purchase a tranny cooler for the 5 as well, does Mazda sell these too ?? ( Maybe also made for the MPV ?)
was98strat
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Chi said:
Umm, 32.2 kgs translates to 70 lbs not 708. Or about the weight of a child
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jandree22 said:
My salesman told me I should have no problems towing a small trailer - and I did specifically ask about it. Next time I'm going to ask to see the owner's manual.
