Comparing Draw-Tite Trailer Hitches for the 2018 Honda Odyssey

Question:

How do you compare with Drawtite models 76170 and etrailer e98855?

asked by: Kyungmook L

Expert Reply:

The single biggest difference between Draw-Tite trailer hitch # 76170 and the etrailer hitch # e98855 for the 2018 Honda Odyssey is visibility.

With Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" Item # 76170, which is the one I recommend, only the receiver will be visible. If you want the most hidden trailer hitch for your van this is the best option.

Compare that to etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2" # e98855 which has the crosstube and the receiver visible beneath the rear bumper. The benefit of this hitch is that it costs a little less.

In either case if you plan on doing some towing I 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.

And for a trailer wiring harness you can use T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # 118521