[nsx276]

In case anyone was wondering what a U-haul hitch would loook like on the SS. Here are some pics. I should have done this years ago…. Now I have a legit bike rack. No more messing around with taking wheels off etc.
I only got the hitch. No wiring or any other add-ons. 150 for instal and 150ish for the hitch.
Bike rack is Kuat V2 transfer.

Next I’m hoping to get a sea sucker roof rack so I can put kayaks on top.
The Chevy SS Outback edition lol.

 

[Bill Bond]

Maybe you should buy a truck.

 

[Gangreen16SS!]

Did the installer use pre-existing holes in the car?

Or did they need to make new holes?

 

[nsx276]

Maybe you should buy a truck.

Nah, I don’t like the way they ride. A truck would be overkill for 2 kayaks and some bikes. My next daily will be a wagon.

 

[nsx276]

Did the installer use pre-existing holes in the car?

Or did they need to make new holes?

Existing holes. No drilling. If you check the website it’s basically a Pontiac G8 hitch. That’s the phots they have for the SS.

 

[Gangreen16SS!]

Existing holes. No drilling. If you check the website it’s basically a Pontiac G8 hitch. That’s the phots they have for the SS.

Thanks.
djc

 

[MillaMilla94]

Nah, I don’t like the way they ride. A truck would be overkill for 2 kayaks and some bikes. My next daily will be a wagon.

You handled that with more grace than I would have. Bravo!

 

[blindog01]

In case anyone was wondering what a U-haul hitch would loook like on the SS. Here are some pics. I should have done this years ago…. Now I have a legit bike rack. No more messing around with taking wheels off etc.
I only got the hitch. No wiring or any other add-ons. 150 for instal and 150ish for the hitch.
Bike rack is Kuat V2 transfer.

Next I’m hoping to get a sea sucker roof rack so I can put kayaks on top.
The Chevy SS Outback edition lol.

Looks great! And great personalized license plate as well.

 

[wilkin4]

His SS identifies as a truck....

 

[nsx276]

You handled that with more grace than I would have. Bravo!

Thanks! But it’s just the truth. To each their own. In 9 years of ownership I finally got to the point where the car has to work around me … and not me around it.

 

[wilkin4]

Thanks! But it’s just the truth. To each their own. In 9 years of ownership I finally got to the point where the car has to work around me … and not me around it.

I agree whole heartedly, glad it works well for what you want, got to drive it and enjoy it...

 

[z85rado]

Good to know. Obviously it’s not the most aesthetically pleasing but serves a purpose. I have a hitch and same style rack on my TDI wagon. That’s probably the most versatile car I’ve ever owned. Always keep my eyes open for a Holden rack for the Chevy though.

 

[tungsten]

This is awesome, and good on you for doing it. Any car with a tow rating should absolutely have a hitch, and the philosophy that trucks are the only allowable towing vehicles is nonsense.

My other car is an ‘85 Porsche 928, and I’d give my eye teeth to get ahold of one of the factory tow hitches for it.

 

[nsx276]

the philosophy that trucks are the only allowable towing vehicles is nonsense.

This is so true. The rest of the world isn’t truck obsessed. I saw a Prius towing a small U-haul trailer in NJ this past summer. The hitches are not pretty on a lot of cars and that’s ok.
I’m excited to get the sea sucker rack for my kayaks. I’ll post photos when that happens 😎

 

[z85rado]

I towed 2 uhauls from Albany to New Jersey with my TDI and despite not using 6th gear and maxing my speed at the speed limit I got 33mpg. Hard to make the case for needing a truck when the 2 times a year you think you “need” one you can get a 20 dollar uhaul.

 

[TheBeast369]

They make a hitch that is much more discrete and 2" receiver.

 

[SaberOne]

Not the most economical option, but still. Don’t use it often, but it’s nice knowing it’s there.

 

[Dolores]

Not the most economical option, but still. Don’t use it often, but it’s nice knowing it’s there.

I this one also bolted with no drilling or welding? Also, do you cut the bumper hole?

 

[SaberOne]

I this one also bolted with no drilling or welding? Also, do you cut the bumper hole?

Yes, the Holden tow bar kit includes a template, but if I recall, I believe there are also score marks on the bumper skin to aid in the cutting process. It also includes the rubber molding to dress-up the hole.

 

[Beaker 9000]

Yes, the Holden tow bar kit includes a template, but if I recall, I believe there are also score marks on the bumper skin to aid in the cutting process. It also includes the rubber molding to dress-up the hole.

Is there anywhere to purchase these currently?