Trailer Hitch

Fred's 964 · 02-18-2009, 09:40 PM

What does the trailer hitch option include other than the hitch? Any other suspension, transmission, or oil cooler differences? Is the rear bumper or rear panel different? Is it possible or feasable to add one to a non trailer hitch Cayenne? I'm considering an S, but am finding some without a hitch. Thanks

JFScheck · 02-18-2009, 09:49 PM

Please do a search and you will find more than enough on the topic - to include how to hook up brake controllers, some "issues", etc.

Fred's 964 · 02-18-2009, 11:03 PM

John, thanks, but I did a search before I posted, and the server is down. I'll try the search again tomorrow. I just thought since it was a simple question, and the search failed, someone may have been willing to share their knowledge with me. I'm in no hurry, I'll try again tomorrow. Any comments from members would be appreciated, especially if someone looked into it or added a hitch. I'm trying to determine if a hitch should be high on my priority list when looking for a Cayenne, or if it's not a big deal to add one. If it will require a panel change, or additional wiring, it becomes a priority with the purchase.

pdxjim · 02-19-2009, 12:59 AM

Intalling factory trailer hitch. My memory from previous posts is that it is quite an involved process on the old body style. I notice on the 09 trucks the rearend is different so cannot speak to that. Think maybe $1200 dollars if done at the dealer. To bad Larry is not around to give more accurate input!

993BillW · 02-19-2009, 01:17 AM

Not a simple answer to that question which is why JFS suggested the search. Can it be done? Yes. But quite involved, a headache from the posts about it. Strongly suggest you hold out for one with it installed from factory. If you want more detail I suspect you'll have to wait until the search works (RL has been so freaking slooooow for the last couple of weeks (for me at least)).

Toby Pennycuff · 02-19-2009, 01:31 AM

This is NOT something you want the boys over at U-Haul to do for you in an hour. It is possible to retro-fit the hitch and towing module on your Cayenne. There are significant pieces and replacement parts that compromise your bumper that must be replaced if you are adding the factory hitch.

And then there's the towing module......

INURGRL951 · 02-19-2009, 02:39 AM

Wow this I didn't know glad I have a hitch already. So buy the way it sounds there are much differences between a hitched and non-hitched car the???

Dennis C · 02-19-2009, 09:21 AM

As I recall from previous posts, I believe some Cayennes have the hitch but NOT the wiring. If someone else knows more about this, please correct me. I think that adding the wiring harness is quite expensive too, so if you buy a Cayenne with a hitch make sure the wiring is back there.

skl · 02-19-2009, 09:45 AM

Also the hitch itself is specific- shorter than most and solid- and heavy! I still have mine which I don't need- shipping wouldn't be cheap however!! You're in for a surprise when the search function starts to work- hope you have a couple days of time to read everything...

JFScheck · 02-19-2009, 10:00 PM

Seriously - LOTS of crazy things when you talk trailer hitch and the Cayenne - Hopefully the search engine will be back online because you'll love what we got here...

Pictures of OEM instals, U-Haul installs, Brake Controllers, etc.

Lots of yummy stuff!

INURGRL951 · 02-19-2009, 10:26 PM

I have seen an a mechanical one from techiqment pieces from the dealer that swings out does anyone have that on there's?

mudman2 · 02-19-2009, 10:34 PM

only legal outside North America

mudman2 · 02-19-2009, 10:35 PM

I added a third party hitch to my S.

INURGRL951 · 02-19-2009, 10:48 PM

Ski I lost my receiver so I can't go to AutoZone and get a replacement. I got another tow ball but I need to get a new receiver will I have a problem?????

Fred's 964 · 02-19-2009, 11:34 PM

Thanks to all who answered. After doing a manual search (going back a year reading posts), it is apparent the logical thing to do is to find a Cayene with a factory option hitch and wiring. After reading "more than enough on the topic" (thanks JFScheck) here, I'll check the vehicle option list carefully when I think I found the right one. Plenty of them out there right now.

02-18-2009, 09:40 PM	#1
Fred's 964 Addict Rennlist Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Altamonte Springs, Florida Posts: 408	Trailer Hitch What does the trailer hitch option include other than the hitch? Any other suspension, transmission, or oil cooler differences? Is the rear bumper or rear panel different? Is it possible or feasable to add one to a non trailer hitch Cayenne? I'm considering an S, but am finding some without a hitch. Thanks __________________ Fred '91 964 C2 Cab - Grand Prix White, Black Top, Grey interior, 5 speed, White gauges, 17" 996 Turbo Twists, 55K miles '96 993 C2 Coupe - Speed Yellow, Black interior, White Gauges, 6 Speed, Factory Aero Kit, Sport seats, 18" 997 Carrera III wheels, Limited slip, Motor sound, LPMM, 54K miles

02-18-2009, 09:49 PM	#2
JFScheck Addict Rennlist Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: San Diego, CA - SteamBoat Springs, CO - DC Suburbs Posts: 2,752	Please do a search and you will find more than enough on the topic - to include how to hook up brake controllers, some "issues", etc. __________________ *John "JFScheck"* Scheck** '08 Grand Cherokee Limited "Hemi & Quadra Drive II" in Bright Silver Metallic & Two-Tone Leather '07 Audi A4 3.2 S-Line with Titanium Package in Quartz Gray Metallic '06 911 S Club Coupe with "381+ horsies" in Azurro California "35 of 50" '04 Boxster with PSM in Carmon Red Metallic "Enjoy life. There's plenty of time to be dead." I Love U.S.A.

02-18-2009, 11:03 PM	#3
Fred's 964 Addict Rennlist Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Altamonte Springs, Florida Posts: 408	John, thanks, but I did a search before I posted, and the server is down. I'll try the search again tomorrow. I just thought since it was a simple question, and the search failed, someone may have been willing to share their knowledge with me. I'm in no hurry, I'll try again tomorrow. Any comments from members would be appreciated, especially if someone looked into it or added a hitch. I'm trying to determine if a hitch should be high on my priority list when looking for a Cayenne, or if it's not a big deal to add one. If it will require a panel change, or additional wiring, it becomes a priority with the purchase. __________________ Fred '91 964 C2 Cab - Grand Prix White, Black Top, Grey interior, 5 speed, White gauges, 17" 996 Turbo Twists, 55K miles '96 993 C2 Coupe - Speed Yellow, Black interior, White Gauges, 6 Speed, Factory Aero Kit, Sport seats, 18" 997 Carrera III wheels, Limited slip, Motor sound, LPMM, 54K miles

02-19-2009, 01:17 AM	#5
993BillW Addict Rennlist Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Near Nashville Posts: 2,672	Not a simple answer to that question which is why JFS suggested the search. Can it be done? Yes. But quite involved, a headache from the posts about it. Strongly suggest you hold out for one with it installed from factory. If you want more detail I suspect you'll have to wait until the search works (RL has been so freaking slooooow for the last couple of weeks (for me at least)). __________________ Bill W. '06 Carmon Red Pepper "S" '97 BMW M3/4/5 '97 Arena Red/Gray 993 Cab (sold) '93 968 Coupe (sold)

02-19-2009, 01:31 AM	#6
Toby Pennycuff Addict Rennlist Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 1,469	This is NOT something you want the boys over at U-Haul to do for you in an hour. It is possible to retro-fit the hitch and towing module on your Cayenne. There are significant pieces and replacement parts that compromise your bumper that must be replaced if you are adding the factory hitch. And then there's the towing module...... __________________ Toby Pennycuff Dallas, TX Official Team Towing Service - "Hey, Wait For Me" Racing Team Cayenne Turbo - the faster "sorta" official Wrecker - "Hey, Wait For Me" Racing Team '04 The Racers Group GT3 RSR Le Mans Sponsor 1968 911S PCA "D" Racecar rebodied as a 1973 Carrera RS - "Tweety Bird" 1979 Porsche 930 Petrol Blue ("unofficial" ImagineAuto Stage III machine) 2006 BMW530i Alpine White 2008 Porsche Cayenne GTS - GTS Red on Black

02-19-2009, 12:59 AM	#4
pdxjim Addict Rennlist Member Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Portland Oregon Posts: 993	Intalling factory trailer hitch. My memory from previous posts is that it is quite an involved process on the old body style. I notice on the 09 trucks the rearend is different so cannot speak to that. Think maybe $1200 dollars if done at the dealer. To bad Larry is not around to give more accurate input!

02-19-2009, 02:39 AM	#7
INURGRL951 Addict Rennlist Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: out in the sticks and flat lands of va wondering around for an open field or pavement!!! Posts: 1,077	Wow this I didn't know glad I have a hitch already. So buy the way it sounds there are much differences between a hitched and non-hitched car the??? __________________ Costas Georgiou A few porsche's most of you will see one day but till then <---"Playboy"

02-19-2009, 09:21 AM	#8
Dennis C A Texan Hoosier Rennlist Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Northern Indiana Posts: 2,622	As I recall from previous posts, I believe some Cayennes have the hitch but NOT the wiring. If someone else knows more about this, please correct me. I think that adding the wiring harness is quite expensive too, so if you buy a Cayenne with a hitch make sure the wiring is back there. __________________ Dennis 2004 Porsche Cayenne S 2002 Porsche Carrera 4S 1995 Volvo 850 GLT PCA Member

02-19-2009, 09:45 AM	#9
skl Mark Webber's new agent Rennlist Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Iowa Posts: 2,950	Also the hitch itself is specific- shorter than most and solid- and heavy! I still have mine which I don't need- shipping wouldn't be cheap however!! You're in for a surprise when the search function starts to work- hope you have a couple days of time to read everything... __________________ 1971 914- original owner 1973 914 2.0 2008 F250 PSD 2003 Mini Cooper S 2006 A8 sport SWB 2008 M3 convertible 2008 Ducati GT 1000 SRF #623 racecar 1996 Miata race car (Gulf blue/orange of course) PCA member since 1971 gone 2004 Cayenne S 2004 GT3 1971 914-6 1965 356 cab 1984 944 1990 964 1995 993 coupe 1995 993 cab

02-19-2009, 10:00 PM	#10
JFScheck Addict Rennlist Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: San Diego, CA - SteamBoat Springs, CO - DC Suburbs Posts: 2,752	Seriously - LOTS of crazy things when you talk trailer hitch and the Cayenne - Hopefully the search engine will be back online because you'll love what we got here... Pictures of OEM instals, U-Haul installs, Brake Controllers, etc. Lots of yummy stuff! __________________ *John "JFScheck"* Scheck** '08 Grand Cherokee Limited "Hemi & Quadra Drive II" in Bright Silver Metallic & Two-Tone Leather '07 Audi A4 3.2 S-Line with Titanium Package in Quartz Gray Metallic '06 911 S Club Coupe with "381+ horsies" in Azurro California "35 of 50" '04 Boxster with PSM in Carmon Red Metallic "Enjoy life. There's plenty of time to be dead." I Love U.S.A.

02-19-2009, 10:26 PM	#11
INURGRL951 Addict Rennlist Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: out in the sticks and flat lands of va wondering around for an open field or pavement!!! Posts: 1,077	I have seen an a mechanical one from techiqment pieces from the dealer that swings out does anyone have that on there's? __________________ Costas Georgiou A few porsche's most of you will see one day but till then <---"Playboy"

02-19-2009, 10:34 PM	#12
mudman2 Moderator Rennlist Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Southeastern PA Posts: 3,386	only legal outside North America __________________ Michael Mudditt Cayenne S, Titanium Metalic / Black, PCM Air, BMC Air Filters, FabSpeed Cat Bypass Pipes and Dual Tips. MoBridge iPod / Sirius and BT gallery

02-19-2009, 10:35 PM	#13
mudman2 Moderator Rennlist Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Southeastern PA Posts: 3,386	I added a third party hitch to my S. __________________ Michael Mudditt Cayenne S, Titanium Metalic / Black, PCM Air, BMC Air Filters, FabSpeed Cat Bypass Pipes and Dual Tips. MoBridge iPod / Sirius and BT gallery

02-19-2009, 10:48 PM	#14
INURGRL951 Addict Rennlist Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: out in the sticks and flat lands of va wondering around for an open field or pavement!!! Posts: 1,077	Ski I lost my receiver so I can't go to AutoZone and get a replacement. I got another tow ball but I need to get a new receiver will I have a problem????? __________________ Costas Georgiou A few porsche's most of you will see one day but till then <---"Playboy"

02-19-2009, 11:34 PM	#15
Fred's 964 Addict Rennlist Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Altamonte Springs, Florida Posts: 408	Thanks to all who answered. After doing a manual search (going back a year reading posts), it is apparent the logical thing to do is to find a Cayene with a factory option hitch and wiring. After reading "more than enough on the topic" (thanks JFScheck) here, I'll check the vehicle option list carefully when I think I found the right one. Plenty of them out there right now. __________________ Fred '91 964 C2 Cab - Grand Prix White, Black Top, Grey interior, 5 speed, White gauges, 17" 996 Turbo Twists, 55K miles '96 993 C2 Coupe - Speed Yellow, Black interior, White Gauges, 6 Speed, Factory Aero Kit, Sport seats, 18" 997 Carrera III wheels, Limited slip, Motor sound, LPMM, 54K miles