Trailer Hitch and Wiring Recommendations for a 2012 Toyota RAV4
Question:
Hi, Im looking for a hitch for my rav4 . I was looking at the etrailer e98864. What wiring do you recomend? Is there anything else i need? Thanks
asked by: Chris
Expert Reply:
The etrailer trailer hitch # e98864 is an excellent choice for your 2012 Toyota RAV4. For the wiring I recommend # 118412 because we hear about less issues with the Tow Ready brand.
I also recommend etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts; one with a 3/4 inch rise or 2 inch drop and one with a 2-3/4 inch rise or 4 inch drop. It also includes a 1-7/8 inch ball, 2 inch ball, hitch pin with clip, and a storage bag.
If the ball mount kit does not have the right rise or drop to tow the trailer level, use the link I have included that explains how to measure to choose a ball mount to tow the trailer level.
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