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Can anyone recommend towing mirrors for a Skoda Kodiaq? I need to buy some but concerned they may not be suitable.

Thanks that’s very interesting!

Thanks to those who responded. I can understand the need for extra cooling if you’re towing to or near the limit. I can’t I’m too old and I didn’t take up “grandfather’s rights” so I’m limited to 3500kg -towing vehicle and caravan/trailer. My intended use is to carry bikes or tow a an unbraked trailer maximum gross weight 750kg. Again thanks to those who responded.

I’m contemplating having an aftermarket towbar fitted to my Sportline 190 tdi. I’ve been on this site and another and some are saying “oh you need up graded cooling!” I ask why? How many other manufacturers require this? I’ve had towbars fitted on a number of vehicles but never had to upgrade the cooling so why is it I ask are people saying it’s needed. I think it’s probably propaganda from Skoda who are covering their rear ends and hoping customers will get it fixed by factory or by local Skoda dealer - the latter who will probably get it fitted locally and rack up the price to the customer. And I speak from experience! Towbar on an Octavia from dealer £680. From fitter direct who fitted it for dealer £460! I’ve sought independent technical advice from a motoring association and a specialist and they it’s not necessary on my car. I reiterate on my model and make of car. So why are people saying it’s necessary?

Has anyone had a fixed Sean neck toe bar fitted to their Kodiaq. If so does it interfere with the rear sensors?

Thanks I’ll try them.

Yes please?

I’m beginning to wish I’d never asked!! Ive had towbars fitted by main dealers before with no cooling upgrade so why do I need it now? I think Skoda scare people into opting for their over expensive towbars by saying you need an upgraded cooling system. If they’re fitted post factory dealers also rip you off. They get local suppliers to fit them and charge you top whack! I was merely looking for some recommendations as to type if towbars and fitter.!!!!

Sorry don’t know what happened. Two posts got amalgamated. Big fingers small keyboard!!!!!

Anyone taken out alloy wheel insurance? Ive been quoted £130 for 3 yrs cover.

Thanks When I mean basic I meant simple not detachable or foldable. I’ve had loads of Towbars fitted over the years so I know about can bus and manufacturer matched wiring systems. I’ve had units fitted both by main dealers and aftermarket but never needed cooling system mods. The trailer I’ve got is very light and the bike carrier should not affect cooling Im just looking for someone recommended in my area but thanks for the advice.

Anyone taken out alloy wheel insurance? I’ve been quoted £130 for 3 yrs Hate these diamond cut alloys!!

I’m looking for a a basic towbar to pull a small trailer/take a bike carrier on my Kodiaq Sportline 190 tdi. Bristol area Anyone got any suggestions/ recommendations please?