wagsy22 Posted December 9, 2004 Share Posted December 9, 2004 Does anyone know what is included in the trailer package for a LX470. Ive got a dealer that says the trailer package includes more than just the receiver hitch and at a cost of $797. What else is included in the trailer package? This cost seems really high for just a receiver hitch. wagsy22 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dougjohn2 Posted December 10, 2004 Share Posted December 10, 2004 There is nothing more included in the trailer package then the hitch and the wiring harness (for the trailer). In truth, there is more in the actual towing package, like the transmission cooler, but ALL LX 470s get the transmission cooler and other extras that would normally be included in the towing package. The only thing that's all 470s do not get is the hitch and harness. Save the $$$ and buy an aftermarket hitch and harness for a quarter of the $800 they want. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShadyJC Posted December 10, 2004 Share Posted December 10, 2004 I have a 2001 as well and would like to add an aftermarket hitch, just for the purpose of adding a bike rack for an occasional trip (won't be towing a boat or horse trailer or anything like that)... is this a DIY install? Any particular brand that anyone has had any positive or negative experiences with? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dougjohn2 Posted December 10, 2004 Share Posted December 10, 2004 installation is pretty much DIY. there are several brands of hitches -- they're all pretty much the same. If you only want something for bikes and stuff like that, why not get something like the 2" receiver adapter shown here: http://sleeoffroad.com/products/products_r...umpers_main.htm It should fit the 4 holes in your rear bumper (it's under the plastic cap) in the center of the bumper. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShadyJC Posted December 12, 2004 Share Posted December 12, 2004 installation is pretty much DIY. there are several brands of hitches -- they're all pretty much the same. If you only want something for bikes and stuff like that, why not get something like the 2" receiver adapter shown here:http://sleeoffroad.com/products/products_r...umpers_main.htm It should fit the 4 holes in your rear bumper (it's under the plastic cap) in the center of the bumper. ← Thanks for the tip! I'll take a look for the holes in the bumper and give them a call, description mentions the LC FZJ80, I think mine is a 100? ...still learning the proper terminology for this platform Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dougjohn2 Posted December 13, 2004 Share Posted December 13, 2004 the lx 470 is a 100 series the lx 450 is a 80 series. the guys at slee offroad are quite knowledgable of both land cruisers and lx 450/470s. they'll be able to easily tell you what you need. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grd4Spd Posted January 22, 2005 Share Posted January 22, 2005 i had a class 3 hitch installed for $450 from Accurite Hitch in Vallencia, CA. works great, low price and the receiver does not stick out as far as the OEM/Lexu$ hitch (which i heard is no longer available) regards, terry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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