2002 ML270 fixed towbar

[Craggy]

Hello there,

I'm after some advice, I've recently bought a 2002 ml270 which has in the past had a fixed towbar fitted. It has the strengthening plates fitted and all the electrics are present and working, but the hitch has been removed from the bumper bar. I have a good friend that is a very experienced fabricator that can make the plate up for me but I need to know the height at which the hitch should sit, if anybody with a fixed towbar could measure the height from the floor to the underneath of the hitch for me it would be greatly appreciated.

TIA Craig.

 

[joderest]

hi
If same as my witter tow bar (sounds the same) the bit that holds the ball just bolts to the rear chassis member. They are so cheap off e bay, may just be worth buying one and bolting it on.
My complete tow bar kit, main bracket, tow ball, the brackets that go on side of chassis and wiring was £82 delivered, and was an afternoons work to fit. Rear bumper has to come off, then its elf explanatory.

 

[joderest]

just a thought, be sure a 7 way by pass relay has been used, just in case adding extra bulbs upsets the cars systems

 

[Craggy]

Cheers for that, I've tested the electrics with a light board and they're all spot on

 

[joderest]

There are quite a few on eBay, just enter Mercedes W163 towbar, starting at about £55.
Or look at cars being broken for parts and if has towbar fitted, ask how much. Can be very cheap

 

[oigle]

Here's an interesting development for trailer/caravan wiring.
https://www.witi.com.au/page/features/

Ian.