2023 Ford Explorer Trailer Wiring Recommend for No Tow Package
Question:
I need to add trailer wiring to my 2023 Ford Explorer but I don't have the towing package from the dealer. What kit do you recommend I use for this?
asked by: Debbie
Expert Reply:
I recommend installing the Curt T-Connector # C56093 on your 2023 Ford Explorer, along with the mounting brackets # 18144 and # C83DR so you can have easy access to the 4-Way connector when you need to use it.
If you don't already have a trailer hitch or ball mount then I recommend using the following as well:
- etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e29YR
- Curt Towing Starter Kit # C45534
I really like the etrailer receiver because of the matte black finish that does a great job at blending in with black trim on your vehicle and it's more durable than the classic glossy black finish. And then the towing kit comes with everything else you need to tow a smaller trailer with your vehicle.
Products Referenced in This Question
Curt Towing Starter Kit for 2" Hitches - 2" Ball - 3/4" Rise, 2" Drop - 7.5K
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Fixed Ball Mount
- 2 Inch Ball
- One Ball
- Steel Ball
- Steel Shank - Gloss Black
- Drop - 2 Inch
- Rise - 0 Inch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 7500 lbs GTW
- Class III
- Ball Mount Kit
- CURT
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Curt No-Drill Bracket for 4-, 5-, or 6-Way Trailer Connector Mounting Brackets - Short
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Wiring
- Mounting Hardware
- Brackets
- CURT
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etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 600 lbs TW
- 6000 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- etrailer
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Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- Powered Converter
- Custom Fit
- 4 Flat
- CURT
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