Questions re: R5

[njg02]

Towbars. Is the Hayman Reece equal to the factory one. I've got my eye on a car without a towbar, which is good, no towing, but it means that I have to get one.
Also, does anyone know of an independent inspection outlet in or around Melbourne, or would the RACV be ok?
Neil G

[Flipper Dog]

Towbars from Hayman Reece are fine as the OEM (Best bars in NZ) are almost the same - the problem lies with the electronics. The interface with the Touareg's CAN-BUS can stuff up the vehicle if not done correctly. I have not heard of anyone installing a Hayman Reece bar in a Touareg yet as most fork out the dollars from VW, but saying that prices can change between dealers.
There is also the option of buying the electronics kit overseas on the web and having a dealer/VW specialist "wire" it up for you.

[njg02]

Thanks Flipper. The HR is about 1/2 price. I'll check with H/R to see if it fully integrates. I would have thought it would by now.
There is a big difference in kits from o/s. I'll get a part number from the dealer and see what I'm up against.