Chausson 628EB -Tow Bar

[georgendah]

Hiya, I was thinking about towing an A Frame car. I have a 2017 Chausson 62BEB on a 2.3 Fiat Comformatic. The van has floor supports (pictured). When gathering quotes for the job some suppliers quote for chassis extensions some don't so there is quite a difference in price. Have any 628EB owners got a view on whether Chassis extensions are required or not.
Many thanks -Nev
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[TonyEmm]

For a definitive answer, I would contact https://tow-trust.co.uk/
They manufacture a number of type approved Towbars for motorhomes, including for Fiat chassis and Alko chassis, with & without extensions.
Some have an additional bracing kit to fit between the chassis and the extension.

On a 2017, it’s essential it is a type approved towbar, specifically for your vehicle.

 

[Vic]

Do you want to tow or fit a cycle rack?

 

[georgendah]

Do you want to tow or fit a cycle rack?

I wanted to tow an A frame car Vic

 

[Vic]

In that case get the best one you can get. As above take advice from the manufacturer. Not all type approved bars are equal.

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[georgendah]

For a definitive answer, I would contact https://tow-trust.co.uk/
They manufacture a number of type approved Towbars for motorhomes, including for Fiat chassis and Alko chassis, with & without extensions.
Some have an additional bracing kit to fit between the chassis and the extension.

On a 2017, it’s essential it is a type approved towbar, specifically for your vehicle.

Many Thanks Tony

 

[georgendah]

In that case get the best one you can get. As above take advice from the manufacturer. Not all type approved bars are equal.

thanks Vic

 

[georgendah]

Well, I got a half dozen quotes and 50% said chassis supports were required whilst the others said floor bracing adequate to bolt the side arms assembly onto. The ones that said I didn't require chassis extensions had photos of the two VIN plates to double check. The Trigano vin plate tells me that there is 2000kg towing capacity with 100kg nose weight. Am I right in assuming the VIN plate can be trusted . Note ,I supplied extensive photos to all companies. Still awaiting tow trust technical advice that was suggested. At the end of the day is it down to the opinion of the installer whether chassis extensions are required? I have found it all very confusing to be honest!

 

[andyman]

Give this guy a call, he’s been doing it for donkeys years.
well worth the trip north, will even lend you a courtesy car.
Just fitted mine to a Pilote G740 £675.

Motorhome Towbars Lancashire Blackpool Preston Manchester

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[TonyEmm]

In that case get the best one you can get. As above take advice from the manufacturer. Not all type approved bars are equal.

That’s arguable! The whole point of testing and type approval is that ALL Towbars are to the same standard.
That said, as a previous fitter/supplier for 30+ years, It’s a fact that some may be easier to fit than others….