How Does Curt Hitch for Toyota RAV4 Compare to OEM Toyota Hitch

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Toyota dealership says that their trailer hitch is by far and away better than a Curt 13416 hitch. They insist the Toyota hitch will stand “ the crunch” test compared to the Curt. And that it will take 5 hours to install said hitch. Can this be true? I put my Curt on in an hour!

asked by: R. F

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Curt makes really nice trailer hitches. I would put the # C13149 up against an OEM hitch any day. I checked out the OEM Toyota hitch for RAV4s and I don't see any reason it would be stronger in any way. Only significant difference I can see is price being MUCH higher. Sometimes sales guys at dealerships will "exaggerate" for lack of a better term to make a sale...

expert reply by: Jameson C

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The differences between the between the Curt #C13149 and the Curt #C13406 for your 2017 Toyota RAV4 are that the 13149 has a visible crosstube and is rated for use with a weight distribution system while the 13406 has a concealed crosstube (for a…

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The main difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #C13416 and the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver part #EH97FR is that the EcoHitch has a completely hidden cross tube whereas the Curt cross tube will be visible from the rear of…

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We haven't had the opportunity to install the #EH97FR EcoHitch as of yet, but hen we installed the Curt #C13416 on a 2021 RAV4, we found that the inside top edge of the receiver tube sat about 12 inches above the ground, which would place the…

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Hitches actually work great as jacking points generally as they are reinforced steel beams that attach directly to the vehicle frame. I wouldn't think twice about using a hitch installed on your 2018 Toyota RAV4 like the EcoHitch #306-X7219 you…

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To add a hitch to your 2024 Toyota RAV4, I recommend the etrailer item #e23ZR. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Toyota with included hardware. This is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. It has a 4,000 lbs towing capacity, and a 600…

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Yep, so long as your 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness is not a hybrid both the Curt and etrailer hitches will fit: - Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13382 - etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98912 The only difference besides price is the finish; the…

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According to Curt's fitment guide the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13416 is compatible with all models of the 2024 Toyota RAV4. If you plan on installing this hitch yourself then I highly recommend watching John's install video below to help…

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Answer 8

Since the 2023 Toyota Rav4 is unchanged from the 2022 model the hitch fits carry over and the Curt hitch part #C13416 is a confirmed fit. This is a mostly hidden trailer hitch that only has the hitch opening that hangs below the rear bumper. If you…

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Answer 9

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 10

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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I did some checking and the hub/drum we offer that will work for you is the part #8-430-5UC3. This uses the same bearings as the 8-415 and will be an exact fit aside from the fact this is a non-ABS setup and the 8-415 came in an ABS setup and non-ABS…

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Answer 12

I would be happy to help you set up your 2022 Toyota Highlander to haul your new travel trailer. The wiring harness you currently have controls your trailer's lighting functions only. You do not need to rewire your Toyota you just need another…

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