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I have never owned a 4x4 so I'm not commenting from experience but have learned several facts by reading posts on here. People who have a 4x4 with the spare wheel attached to the rear side opening door do sometimes have a problem regarding hitching up but according to previous threads the problem is simply solved by the use an Al-ko adapted detachable handle for this purpose. Hope this helps.

http://shop.al-ko.co.uk/products/4x4-retro-fit-stabliliser-handle.html

Hi kaz burty, we also have just bought a rav 4 to tow our pegasus verona.Only towed once but no problems at all,we have a fixed towbar with a bumper protector on which clears the botton of the door by about half an inch but the towball is easily cleared and at the correct height.Cannot comment on the spare wheel holder as ours doesn,t have one

Hope this helps John.

Quote: Originally posted by twintens on 31/1/2013

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hi kaz ive got a nissan terrano and i had the same problem took it to local towbar center and they fitted a one inch spacer behind the tow ball cost was about a fiver fitted took five mins

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We have a 2003 rav, spare wheel on the rear door, I fitted a fixed Witter towbar, no problem opening the door unhitched, about 20mm clearance, but only opens slightly when hitched, enough to be able to put in/take out small items (it's never bothered us) I just did a bit of homework prior to purchasing the Witter, ps we tow a 2006 Abbey Aventura 318