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See if there is an Indespension centre near you.

http://www.indespension.co.uk/

I've got a Bosal "fixed" swan-neck.(Use to have a detachable, but changed to "fixed" after it developed a fault, and allowed some movement). Based in Preston!

See  http://www.bosal.com/unitedkingdom/?open=TBCus.htm&lang=english&style=

I looked at all the swan neck and detachable bars when I had my X-trail but opted for a Witter with an alko ball for the stabiliser.

I have the cheaper no-names brand on my car, still conforms to currant standards, does anyone know if there are any actual differances in a no-name one and say bosal or witter, or is it just brand names that cost the extra £40 (in my case)

As long as they conform to EU standards it makes no difference,

The only thing to watch for is the noseweight that the towbar is capable of carrying.

Quote: Originally posted by timtheenchanter on 13/11/2006

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I have the cheaper no-names brand on my car, still conforms to currant standards, does anyone know if there are any actual differances in a no-name one and say bosal or witter, or is it just brand names that cost the extra £40 (in my case)

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Unless you can see two towbars side by side it is difficult to answer. However, generally in this life you get what you pay for. I am not saying a cheaper towbar would not do its job but companies like Witter do a lot of research and built substantial bits of kit. Just had a Witter put on my new Sorento.

David

We have a detachable witter with no problems.

Mick

I have a detachable Brink on my car.Love it's ease  of use,and the tidy rear when it's removed.

Has towed many different trailers without problems.

Andrew G.