Trailer hitch

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J.Claxon
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Car: Infiniti Q45

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I’m thinking of buying a Q45 model 2003. This car is just perfect for me and is the best (and best looking) car I know. I need sometimes a small trailer so I had to tow it with my car. But I can’t find a hitch fit for this car.
Is there someone who solved this problem?
If you own a Q45 (model 2003) do you know there are holes for mounting a hitch?

Thanks
J.C.


maxnix
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2000 Infiniti Q45

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Towing with silicone filled sub frame bushings is not design consideration. Lateral loading leads to premature failure of the bushings.

Far better to get a pickup with a solid rear axle and separate frame on which to mount the towing hitch.

BadQ45t
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The local u-haul or if you live in an area serviced by Rack n' road you can have one installed, but they are NOT for real towing. Maxnix gave you the best feedback, just do not do it.

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mcrews
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Joined: Sun Sep 11, 2005 7:31 pm
Car: 2002 Q45 Sport
Location: Sacramento, Ca

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maxnix wrote:Towing with silicone filled sub frame bushings is not design consideration. Lateral loading leads to premature failure of the bushings.

Far better to get a pickup with a solid rear axle and separate frame on which to mount the towing hitch.
yeah what he said.........

if you do a search, you'll find sevral posts asking the same question. In fact one is by me 3 yrs ago.
I currently have 244k miles on my 02F50 Sport. one of the main reasons is the ride. I replace shocks, struts, springs and any rubber I can get to every 100k.
IF i had try to run a trailer, even a small one, I would not be here telling you what a great ride I still have at 244k.

ANY triler will pull the car apart.


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