Parts Needed To Tow Trailer With 2018 Ram Promaster City

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i really would like to tow a small utility trailer with 2" ball my 2018 Ram promaster city what parts can I use? my trailer does not have brakes

asked by: Pete M

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To tow a small trailer with your 2018 Ram Promaster City you will need a hitch, trailer wiring, hitch pin, ball mount and ball.

For the hitch, I recommend Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit part # 75219 which is a custom fit hitch for the Promaster that bolt right up to the existing frame holes instead of drilling. The hitch is a concealed cross tube hitch so the only portion of the hitch that is visible once installed is the receiver tube. I have attached an installation video for your reference.

I recommend the Tekonsha T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector part # 118719 which will give you a 4-Way connection on the back of your Promaster to illuminate the lights on the trailer. The Tekonsha brand is known to be longer lasting compared to the other brands of wiring especially the converters.

You will also need a ball mount, since I am not sure how much rise or drop you need to tow the trailer level I recommend to use an adjustable ball mount Buyers Products Adjustable Tri-Ball Mount for 2" Hitches part # 3371802225. This ball mount allows for 6" drop or rise. I have attached a helpful article that explains how to find the rise/drop you may need to tow level.

Lastly, I recommend to get a locking hitch pin to protect your investments with part # C23519.

expert reply by: Heather A

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Answer 1

The Curt Wiring Harness part #C56270 is designed to fit 2015-2019 Ram ProMaster City. Since you have a 2016 Ram ProMaster 2500 you want Curt T-connector part #C56209. I was not able to find any relays that are related to the function of trailer…

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Answer 2

You do not need to use the Curt Cam Buckle Stabilizing Strap #18050 with the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C11473 that fits your 2017 Toyota Prius. Curt did previously require the use of the strap with accessories like bike racks to maintain the…

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Answer 3

The up and down play that you are experiencing is due to the tolerances that different manufacturers must allow to be sure that all accessories will work in conjunction with each other. In this case the hitch and bike rack are compatible but there is…

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Answer 4

It looks like on a 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser convertible, you will have to place the hook on the strap #18050 in the gap between the body of the car and top of the trunk. You may have to open the trunk to get the hook in place and then close the…

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Answer 5

If the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness #C56270 on your 2015 Ram ProMaster City is sending those same signals whether your trailer is connected or you're using a circuit tester to check functions then it likely means the Curt wiring is bad…

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Answer 6

The Tekonsha T-One #118304 and Curt T-Connector #C55580 Vehicle Wiring Harnesses are very similar. These are both custom fit wiring harnesses that include a tail light converter, which is required for your 2007 Toyota Sienna because the brake and…

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Answer 7

Actually Curt no longer requires the use of the stabilizer straps like the #18050 with non-supported loads like bike racks with their hitches so it's not something you'd have to worry about!

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Answer 8

On your 2017 Ram ProMaster City van it doesn't matter. The etrailer Hitch item #e96YR installs behind your rear bumper and the Curt 4-Way Wiring Harness item #C56270 installs behind your rear tail lights and inside the door frame. I have linked…

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Answer 9

Thanks so much for your purchase, and I can tell you that the Curt Cam Buckle Stabilizing Strap #18050 is not a requirement for use with the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13206. While Curt does recommend the use of the strap, it is not needed in…

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Answer 10

Functionally speaking, there isn't a huge difference. The Curt #C56382 has a slightly lower capacity at 3 amps for circuit for stop/turn signals and 6 amps for taillights. The Tekonsha #118781 has a capacity of 5 amps per stop/turn circuit and…

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Answer 11

For your 2021 Ram ProMaster City I recommend the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver #75219. This custom-fit hitch will be perfect for a bike rack and towing your trailer. It has a 2" receiver with a maximum gross trailer weight of 3,500…

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Answer 12

Although the Kuat Alpha has a 3 bike capacity, when it is used with a class I receiver such as the one on your Mazda, you should only place 2 bikes on it. This is not only due to the limited tongue weight capacity of the hitch, but also because of…

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