Trailer Hitch Recommendation for a 2014 Ford Escape

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I am considering a hitch for my new 2014 Ford Escape. The less obvious ones require removal of a portion of the heat shield. Is there any negative consequence to that? Any problems retaining water and debris?

asked by: Aaron E

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Expert Reply:

Removing the heatshield to install a hitch is a fairly common requirement. You would not see any water retention or anything like that. With that being said, I would go with the Draw-Tite part # 75758. This is a Class III hitch that would give you more capacity and would be compatible with more hitch accessories like bike racks and cargo carriers than a Class II like the part # 36529.

For trailer wiring you would want the part # 118566.

For ball mounts I recommend the etrailer Ball Mount Kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts, 2 balls, a hitch pin with clip, and a carrying bag.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

I've got a great solution for you! For the hitch use etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2" part #e98866 . It covers you right up to your weight ratings of the Escape. It also has a matte black…

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Answer 2

The Curt Class III hitch #C13186 as well as all others that fit your 2016 Ford Escape will block the central lift gate sensors, leaving active only the sensors to either side of vehicle near the exhaust pipes. No hitch for your Escape avoids this and…

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Answer 3

I have a great hitch for your 2014 Ford Escape but one from a 2006 will not fit your vehicle. They did a major model change in 2013 and the hitches from the previous model years are not compatible. I recommend the etrailer Hitch item #e98866. This…

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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 5

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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Answer 6

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 7

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Answer 8

Class I and Class II hitches both have a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening. The difference is that a Class I hitch has a lower tongue weight rating, usually 200 pounds and a lower towing rating, usually 2,000 pounds. A Class II hitch usually has a tongue…

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Answer 9

Yes, we do. To add a hitch to your 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch item #C26VV. 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…

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Answer 10

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 11

The difference between an load range C and load range D tire in the same size is the capacity and psi rating. The two tires will still have the same dimensions and fit on the same wheel. The D rated tire has a higher capacity. For a ST175/80D13 like…

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Answer 12

You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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