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  • Difference Between Tekonsha 118781 and Curt C56382 Trailer Wiring Harness for 2019 Honda Odyssey
  • Both the Tekonsha T-One # 118781 and Curt T-Connector # C56382 are custom trailer wiring harnesses confirmed to fit your 2019 Honda Odyssey, but I do recommend the Tekonsha # 118781 for a couple reasons. First, the Tekonsha harness does feature a higher amp rating (max 5 amps for stop/turn circuits and 7.5 amps for tail lights compared to 3 amps and 6 amps respectively on the Curt), which just offers a stronger system that's able to take a bit more power. In addition to the higher amp...
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  • Comparing the Reese Light Duty Weight Distribution System to the Pro Series RB2 for a 2700lb trailer
  • When choosing a weight distribution system, the most important factor to consider is the fully loaded and ready to tow tongue weight of your trailer plus the weight of any cargo behind the rear axle of your 2004 Honda Odyssey. Tongue weight of a trailer is typically calculated to be 10 to 15 percent of the gross trailer weight. If your Scamp trailer weighs 2,700 lbs, then the tongue weight may be around 270 lbs to 405 lbs. You must then add the weight of the cargo that you load in the back...
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  • Recommended Class III Hitch and 5-Bike Hanging Rack for 2012 Honda Odyssey
  • Draw-Tite and Hidden Hitch brands are sister companies and their Class III hitches that fit your 2012 Honda Odyssey, parts # 75270 and 87479, are essentially identical apart from branding. Both of these 2-inches hitches offer a substantial tongue weight (TW) rating of 675-lbs, nearly double that of the Curt # C13068 which is rated for 350-lbs of TW. These ratings are based on not just the number of mounting holes. By the way, Curt # C13068 has 5 mounting holes while Hidden Hitch 87479 uses...
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  • Comparing Titan Chains # TC1555 and # TC2319
  • The difference between the Titan Chain Tire Chains # TC1555 and the Titan Chains # TC2319 is only in the application. The # TC1555 chains will fit 15 inch to 20 inch tirese, whereas the # TC2319 will fit 15 inch to 18 inch tires. So the # TC155 chains allow greater adjustability to fit larger tires. Obviously they don't fit every tire within the wheel sizes, so there are specific fits for height and width listed for each chain. The similarities are much more obvious in their diamond...
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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch Receiver for Towing a Trailer With 2022 Honda Odyssey Elite
  • For towing a trailer with your 2022 Honda Odyssey Elite recommend the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e98855. This is a custom-fit Class III hitch with a 2" receiver. It features a matte black powder coat finish that protects from corrosion and helps to hide dirt and dings better than a glossy finish. This hitch is made in the USA. Since you will be towing you will also need wiring. The Tekonsha T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness # 118781 is the most reliable option. This wiring harness plugs...
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  • Differences Between Inno Tire Hold 2 And Thule Helium 2 And Recommendation
  • One of the major differences between the Inno Tire Hold 2 Bike Platform Rack - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Tilting, part # INH120, has a maximum bike weight limit of 60 lbs and a maximum weight limit on the rack of120 lbs. The Thule Helium Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount, part # TH44VR, has a maximum bike weight limit of 37.5 lbs and a maximum weight on the rack of 75 lbs. The Helium is not e-bike friendly, while the Tire Hold 2 will be able to carry some e-bikes....
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  • Recommended Proportional Trailer Brake Controller for 2014 Honda Odyssey
  • There are two primary types of trailer brake controller, the time-delayed variety and the proportional variety. Both use the same 4-wire installation process and both do the same thing, but how they do it differs. Time-delay type brake controllers like the PowerTrac # 39523 offer the advantage of easier mounting since they do not need the same precise leveling and correct forward-facing orientation that is required for a proportional unit like the Prodigy P2 # 90885. Time-delay units are...
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  • What Is the Best Trailer Wiring Harness Option for 2020 Honda Odyssey
  • As long as your 2020 Honda Odyssey doesn't fall into the extremely rare category of Odysseys that are missing terminals on fuse locations #10, #11 and #12 inside the fuse box, your best option is to go with the Tekonsha # 118781. Curt offers a similar option with the # C56382, but in our experience, the Tekonsha harnesses, and their converter boxes in particular, seem to do a better job and have proven to outlast the competition. If you want to be extra sure, you can look behind the driver...
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  • Is it Better to Use a Hitch Cargo Carrier or Roof Cargo Carrier for a 2015 Honda Odyssey
  • You are correct that there are definite advantages of hitch cargo carriers over roof cargo carriers. You will have less drag improving your gas mileage and you won't have to reach up to the roof of your vehicle each time you load or unload. The biggest upsides you will find from the roof cargo carriers is accessing the cargo and of course the cost difference for the amount of cargo you can carry. A good hitch cargo carrier is the GearDeck 17 Enclosed Cargo Carrier for 2" Hitches - Slide...
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  • Bike Rack Sways With 4 Bikes Loaded on Reese Eclipse Carrier 63124 on 2007 Honda Odyssey
  • These two bike carriers are similar overall but differ in that the Eclipse uses a single arm, 2-inch shank and offers 8 inches of clearance from the center of the hitch pin hole to the upright mast. Your Translite uses dual arms, fits both hitch sizes and provides 11 inches of clearance from the center of the hitch pin hole to the upright mast. This additional 3 inches of distance will tend to allow the Translite carrier to flex a bit more under load. My contact at ProSeries advises that...
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  • Comparing Wiring Harnesses Available for the 2020 Honda Odyssey
  • I can see why this might be confusing and there are some differences between all 3 of these wiring harnesses. I'll start off by explaining the differences between the Tekonsha # 118781 and # 118753 wiring harnesses. The main difference is that the # 118753 is designed for vehicles that do not have the towing fuses already in place. In order to determine which one you can use on your 2020 Honda Odyssey you'll need to check the rear interior fuse box, which is located on the left side of...
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  • Difference Between Pewag Servo RS Tire Chains PWRSV80 and PWRS80
  • The difference between the two Pewag tire chains part # PWRS80 and # PWRSV80 is the size vehicle they are intended for and the tire sizes they fit. The part # PWRS80 is for passenger vehicles with tire sizes: 215/75-17.5 215/85-16 235/60-18 235/65-17 235/70-17 245/60-18 245/65-17 255/70-15 And # PWRSV80 is for light trucks and SUVs and fits the following: 235/60-18 235/65-17 235/75-16 245/70-17 255/65-16 255/70-15 275/60-15
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  • Comparing Trailer Wiring Harnesses for a 2008 Honda Odyssey
  • The Curt wiring harness # C56161 and the Tow Ready wiring harness # 118438 for the 2008 Honda Odyssey install the same way. Both install behind in a junction box located in the cargo area of the van. This is an ideal setup because it uses the factory location on the vehicle. The Curt harness actually uses a newer technology inside the converter box. Both harnesses would work well for you. I have linked instructions and a video for you.
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  • Difference Between Draw Tite Hitches that Fit 2020 Honda Odyssey
  • For your 2020 Honda Odyssey the big difference between the two Draw Tite hitches you mentioned is that the # 76171 has a visible crosstube and the # 76170 does not. Having the crosstube out of plainsight makes the hitch look a little better and also helps with ground clearance. Now the install of the the hidden hitch is a bit longer but if you can handle that aspect it would be the hitch I'd recommend the highest. I attached a picture of what this hitch looks like installed as well as a...
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  • Comparing EcoHitch # 306-X7372 and Curt # C64NR Receivers For a 2022 Honda Odyssey
  • The EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver # 306-X7372 and Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C64NR are both custom fit receivers that will fit all models of your 2022 Honda Odyssey. Both have a weight rating of 525lbs tongue weight and 3,500lbs trailer weight and cannot be used with a weight distribution hitch. Be sure to verify maximum tow ratings for your Odyssey from Honda and do not exceed the lower rating. They will also carry a limited lifetime warranty. They are both made in the USA....
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  • Are there Bouncing Issues with the Draw-Tite Max-Frame on a 2014 Honda Odyssey
  • We have not had the complaints that you mentioned for the Draw-Tite Max-Frame, part # 76025. Most of the reviews from our neighbors stated that it's a very sturdy hitch even a year later. Several people have used this for bike racks with great success. There may be something with the bike racks themselves for those in the forums. One thing you can do is use the Curt Cam Buckle Stabilizing Strap for Hitch-Mounted Accessories, part # 18050. This strap significantly reduces the up-and-down...
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  • Differences Between Three Derale Series 8000 Plate-Fin Transmission Coolers
  • The three transmission coolers are basically the same cooler in different sizes. They're the same width (11 inches) and depth (7/8 inches) but they're different heights: # D13501 is 5-3/4 inches tall # D13502 is 7-1/4 inches tall # D13503 is 8-3/4 inches tall
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  • What is the Difference Between the Coil SumoSprings Parts # CSS-1168 and # CSS-1168R
  • All 3 options are the same Coil SumoSprings: # CSS-1168 # CSS-1168R # CSS-1168F The difference in the part numbers just has to do with R is for rear, F is for front and then we have the regular number in case someone is looking for the part to fit a specific end of their vehicle.
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  • Comparing Draw-Tite and OEM Hitch Receivers for a 2022 Honda Odyssey
  • For your 2022 Honda Odyssey I recommend going with the etrailer item # e98855 you referenced over the Honda OEM hitch receiver. The towing capacities and functions are identical and are based more off of your vans capabilities than either hitch's strength. The benefit you get with going with the etrailer hitch is its limited lifetime warranty that protects you from defects for the entire time you own the hitch receiver. If you are looking for a wiring harness to control your trailers...
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  • Has Hidden Hitch part # 70737 Been Replaced With Draw-Tite part # 75270
  • I spoke with Hidden Hitch and you are correct:Hidden Hitch part # 70737 was obsoleted in 2009 and replaced with Draw-Tite part # 75270. Draw-Tite part # 75270 is form/fit/functionally the same as part # 70737. There are a few aesthetic differences between the two hitches, however, they are not visually noticeable.
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