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  • Can A Bumper Plate Be Used Instead Of Trimming For A Hitch Installation On A 2020 Kia Telluride
  • As long as this bumper plate fits in place of the original bumper panel, it could provide an alternative to having to trim the bumper panel during installation of the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C13420. The hitch is a confirmed fit while we can't confirm fit for this bumper plate. You will want to note the dimensions of the receiver at 4-1/2" from the center of the hitch pin hole to the rear of the bumper and ground to the top edge of the receiver tube as important dimensions pairing...
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  • How to Attach Vehicle Anchor Straps on a 2011 Kia Soul to Secure a Canoe
  • The vehicle anchor straps can be mounted using some existing locations under the hood of your 2011 Kia Soul or you could use your own hardware. They used an existing bolt to secure one end of the strap for # TH529. For the back or another option for the front take a look at the etrailer Tie-Down Kit # e36ZR. This design has a foam tube that cannot be pulled out once the hood or hatch is closed. You will need a tie down kit and the # e36ZR would be a great choice. I have included a...
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  • Where on Trailer A-Frame Would Lift Brackets of Curt C15070 MV Weight Distribution Hitch Install
  • When installed so that the chains are perpendicular to the trailer frame, the lift brackets should be installed so they're centered right at 30 inches rearward from the trailer ball when the trailer's hitched up. The lift brackets are 4 inches wide (they take up 4 inches of space on the trailer A-frame), so the leading edge of the bracket would sit at about 28 inches rearward of the ball center and the trailing edge of the bracket would sit at about 32 inches rearward of the trailer ball...
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  • Does Trailer Wiring that Fits 2007 Kia Rondo Require Additional Converter Box
  • The trailer wiring harnesses that fit your 2007 Kia Rondo like the Tekonsha part # 118431 do not require an additional converter box as the only box needed comes with the kit. This would work well with the Curt hitch part # C11031 that fits your 2007 Kia Rondo as well.
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  • Where are Crossbars of Thule WingBar Evo Roof Rack Placed on 2021 Kia Sorento
  • Because your Thule WingBar Evo roof rack fits directly to the flush rails on the roof of your 2021 Kia Sorento, the roof rack can be installed at any point along those rails as long as the center to center spread (distance) between the front and rear crossbar is approximately 700mm or 27-1/2 inches apart. As long as you keep the bar spacing at that approximate range, you can place the bars wherever you wish along the roof. You can see this roof rack being installed on a 2019 Sorento by...
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  • How Does the Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Attach to a 2016 Kia Soul Frame
  • The holes on the frame of your 2016 Kia Soul that are to be used to install the # 24915 do have weld nuts on them. If you check out the picture I attached that I took from the attached install instructions you will see them pointed out. I also attached an install video that will walk you through the entire process.
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  • WIll the Progressive Dynamics 2000 Watt Inverter Power All My Outlets In My Van
  • Since the Progressive Dynamics 2000 Watt Inverter w/ Transfer Switch # PD64FR is rated for 30 amps you can absolutely use it with a 30 amp service. For powering all your outlets, that would really depend on the wattage requirements of the appliances you will be using. If you're just powering a few common things like a TV, a coffee pot, and a laptop or two this'll work fine. I have also included a chart that goes over common wattage requirements for certain appliances for you top check out.
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  • Where to attach to Curt Support Strap on a 2011 Kia Soul
  • It looks like on your 2011 Kia Soul, you will have to place the Curt Support Strap, # 18050, in the gap between the body of the vehicle and the top of the rear hatch. You may have to open the rear hatch to get the hook in place and then close the door. If your 2011 Kia Soul has any type of spoiler at the top of the rear hatch, then you will want to attach the hook to the bottom edge of your rear hatch because spoilers are not designed to support any weight. The strap will wrap around...
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  • Does Draw Tite Trailer Hitch for 2016 Kia Soul Install The Same as 2015 Kia Soul
  • Thank you for the kind words! Yes, the Draw Tite hitch part # 24915 that you referenced is a confirmed fit for your 2016 Kia Soul and will install in the exact same way as what you see in the install video link I attached that shows the hitch being installed in a 2015. To complete your towing setup you would want the trailer wiring part # 118637 which I attached an install video for as well. For a ball mount you would want the part # 3593 and then for a 2 inch ball part # 19258 or 1-7/8...
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  • Is Silicone Dielectric Grease Needed When Installing A Kat's Heaters Engine Block Heater
  • Using some grease when installing the Kat's Heaters Custom Fit Engine Block Heater # KH11812 can help prevent corrosion and help to transfer heat, so it's highly recommended but it isn't a requirement. Personally, I recommend using a bit of # 11755 to help keep out moisture that could end up causing corrosion and making removal of the cartridge a nightmare later on.
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  • Where Does the Block Heater Install On a 2015 Kia Sorento
  • The correct block heater for a 2015 Kia Sorento is the Kat's Heaters Custom Fit Engine Block Heater part # KH11812 for models with the I4 2.4L engine and part # KH11479 for models with the V6 3.3L engine. In regards to installation, I can only provide a general location to look in. I checked with Kat's and they recommend "2nd RR" for the I4 2.4L engine and "RR" for V6 3.3L engine. I have attached a photo below to help make sense of the above abbreviations.
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  • Should Vehicle Brake Lights Come On when Using Manual Override on Agility Trailer Brake Controller
  • Yes, the brake lights on your 2009 Kia Sorento should illuminate when the manual override on the Hopkins Agility Trailer Brake Controller is engaged. It sounds like you have everything installed correctly so I would not be worried at all. If you would like to check the functions of the 7-way and brake controller you have installed without a trailer you can use the 7 Way Trailer Connector Vehicle Tester part # C73NR.
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  • Block Heater Plug Location on a 2015 Kia Sorento
  • Whether you are installing a heater like part # KH11812 in a 2.4L engine or part # KH11479 in a 3.3L engine the location of the plug will be in relatively the same place. Kat's Heaters denotes the location of the plug to be in the rear right position which is the point of your engine that is closest to the passenger seat in your 2015 Kia Sorento. I am sending you a link to the diagram in a separate email.
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  • Will the Furrion RV Tankless Water Heater Work In Freezing Temperatures
  • The Furrion RV Tankless Water Heater part # FR68SR will work in an ambient temperature down to 32 degrees Fahrenheit. If you will be experiencing freezing temperatures long term then it is recommend to winterize the unit. If the temperature just drops to below freezing overnight though this would not damage the unit.
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  • Can The Malone Runway # MPG2142 Arms Fold Down?
  • You're not doing anything wrong. The arm where the bikes rest are one with the top tube that touches the top of your trunk. The Malone Runway # MPG2142 cannot fold down when not in use.
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  • Mounting Hardware for Curt Trailer Hitch on 2018 Kia Sorento
  • All of the trailer hitches we carry for your 2018 Kia Sorento include the necessary bolts and hardware for installation. The Curt Class III Trailer Hitch # C13195 that you were looking at mounts to your Sorento using the included (2) 1/2-13 x 4-1/2 inch carriage bolts, (2) HFN Grade 8 hex flange nuts, (3) M10 - 1.25 x 30 hex bolts, (3) 3/8 inch conical toothed washers, (2) 7/16-14 x 4-1/2 inch carriage bolts, and (2) 7/16-14 inch hex flange nuts. If for some reason you purchased the hitch...
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  • Trailer Hitch that Fits 2022 Kia Soul EV Premium Model
  • We have a Curt hitch that fits your 2022 Kia Soul EV Premium with the part # C67FR but the Draw Tite you mentioned part # DT25GR does not fit any of the EV models.
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  • Recommended Roof Rack for a 2023 Kia Sorento w/ a Naked Roof
  • To attach a roof rack to your 2023 Kia Sorento, with no roof rails, you will want the roof rack by Yakima and it includes the following parts: Yakima HD Crossbars - Aluminum - Black - 55" Long - Qty 2 item # Y01156 BaseLine Towers for Yakima Crossbars - Naked Roofs - Qty 4 item # Y28TR HD Bar SL Adapter for Yakima BaseLine,Towers - Qty 4 item # Y03541 BaseClip Fit Kit for Yakima BaseLine Roof Rack Towers - Qty 2 item # Y06175 BaseClip Fit Kit for Yakima BaseLine Roof Rack Towers -...
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  • Is The Yakima CBX Rooftop Cargo Box Waterproof
  • Yes, the Yakima CBX Rooftop Cargo Box - 16 Cubic Ft - Black, part # Y66FR, is weatherproof. This means this box has a seal that does a great job of keeping out rain. I have used a rooftop cargo box in driving rain and I did not have any issues with my items getting wet inside the box. After saying that, I do recommend that you keep anything that cannot get wet under any circumstances in a waterproof bag. You can never be too careful. I have included a video review below.
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  • Installing Prodigy P2 Brake Controller on 2022 Kia Sorento
  • Thank you for your purchase from etrailer of the Tekonsha Prodigy P2 Trailer Brake Controller # 90885 for your 2022 Kia Sorento. This will be hardwired into your Sorento, and for that you need a working 7-way. I'm not sure if you have that so if not what you need is the following: - T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Way Flat Trailer Connector # C99DR - Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller # ETBC7 You will first install the 4-flat, which will activate your trailer's...
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