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Which tow bar for '04 Jimny
10 Feb 2026 13:24 #263693
by Busta
Replied by Busta on topic Which tow bar for '04 Jimny
I always fit the Towtrust TS586. It's a flange type, which I find more useful as they are universal. They can be fitted quickly and without removing the bumper, and I've had no issues towing 1,300kg loads regularly for my work.
However you will need a spacer if you want it to protrude beyond the spare wheel for a bike rack, and at that point a fixed tow bar becomes quite prominent. I'd suggest a removable type is a better option in this instance. There are some really long ones available that will give the clearance you need, with the advantage that they can be removed so they aren't a trip/shin hazard the rest of the time.
However you will need a spacer if you want it to protrude beyond the spare wheel for a bike rack, and at that point a fixed tow bar becomes quite prominent. I'd suggest a removable type is a better option in this instance. There are some really long ones available that will give the clearance you need, with the advantage that they can be removed so they aren't a trip/shin hazard the rest of the time.
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10 Feb 2026 14:11 - 10 Feb 2026 14:12 #263695
by The Coil Spring
Replied by The Coil Spring on topic Which tow bar for '04 Jimny
But look carefully and you'll see that the pictures of it mounted are manipulated (photoshopped).The Archaic ones look fancy but probably unnecessary for my usage.
www.amazon.co.uk/Archaic-Towbar-Suzuki-1...a3-993c-d11b6e3d217f
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10 Feb 2026 15:52 #263698
by Lambert
Temeraire (2018 quasar grey automatic)
Pavement princess or back road menace?
Bellerophon (2024 grello van daily)
ADORJ Attention Deficit Ooooh Race Jimny!
Replied by Lambert on topic Which tow bar for '04 Jimny
Not only that but I'm not seeing any mention of it being type approved which will become a problem in the event of a collision.
Temeraire (2018 quasar grey automatic)
Pavement princess or back road menace?
Bellerophon (2024 grello van daily)
ADORJ Attention Deficit Ooooh Race Jimny!
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