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Fully welded Toyota Tacoma trailer hitch is strong and durable. Draw-Tite's Tested Tough guarantee ensures that this hitch exceeds industry standards. The combination of an e-coat base and a powder coat finish provides excellent rust protection.
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Draw-Tite's Tested Tough program provides testing standards far superior to those outlined by the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE), the go-to source for engineering professionals.
Each Draw-Tite trailer hitch receiver undergoes extensive fatigue testing and static testing with the ball mount that is either supplied or recommended for use with that particular hitch, thus ensuring results that are applicable to real life use. Fatigue testing is also conducted on hitches rated for use with weight-distribution systems.
In addition, Draw-Tite performs static testing on a simulated automobile, as opposed to the rigid fixture used for SAE testing, resulting in a more true-to-life scenario.
At etrailer.com we're committed to the products we sell, and to our customers. Our experienced and knowledgeable staff are available via both phone and email to address your questions and concerns for the lifetime of your hitch. The technicians at etrailer perform hitch installations on a daily basis, making them a valuable resource for do-it-yourselfers. The one-on-one, personal service you'll receive comes straight from an expert in the towing and automotive field. We've installed it, we've wired it and we've towed with it, so whatever your question, we can answer it.
Tech Tip
Bumper brackets will need to be loosened and bumper supported during hitch installation. No drilling required for installation , Hitch does not fit vehicles with a factory installed hitch
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Average Customer Rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars (347 Customer Reviews)
Fully welded vehicle trailer hitch is strong and durable. Draw-Tite's Tested Tough guarantee ensures that this hitch exceeds industry standards. The combination of an e-coat base and a powder coat finish provides excellent rust protection.Just finished the complete installation of Draw-Tite hitch and Curt wiring harness on my 2010 Tacoma. I watched the eTrailer videos for both multiple times. Installation for both was exactly as described. My only challenge was the rusted bolts and nuts on this 8 year old truck. I spent about 3 hours spraying penetrating oil and slowly (and painfully) working bolts out and in. Lost my patience and rounded one head off (one out of 10, not too bad). I ended up cutting and grinding the factor weld nut off with a Dremel and replacing the factory parts with a functionally equivalent Grade 8 bolt and nut from the HW store. Wiring harness was a 30 minute job.
If I were to do this again I would go ahead and remove the bumper completely, and take the spare off as well.
eTrailer service was great - excellent videos and outstanding shipping - ordered Sunday and the package arrived Wednesday.
Trailer hitch fit perfect! Packaging’s was a fit torn up by the time it got all the way to Hawaii!
This piece of equipment is well made. The installation went very well in a small amount of time. The instructions were clear and concise. I was impressed with the overall process from start to finish. I will certainly recommend others to Etrailer.com.
I have a 07 Tacoma 6Cyl. Off Road TRD with factory tow package hitch.
I called to confirm Item # 75236 was needed for replacement.
75236 looked nothing like the factory hitch on my truck. Again I called customer service.
I was told 75236 was the hitch for my truck.
The holes do not match up with frame or bumper.
I guess Im stuck with a expensive piece of black metal.
Not surprised.
Sierra K.
7/13/2022
The hitch looks different than the original, but have you tried installing the new hitch?
Mark
7/13/2022
As far as I know, it is original hitch installed from factory. I purchased the 2007 Tacoma in 2014. Its possible the hitch could have been replaced between 2007 and 2014 with a aftermarket. I did get the 75236 installed. Everything seems good. However, It was very difficult. I attached some pictures below. Thank You.
I waited till the last minute to get my truck setup for trailer towing (moving my recent graduate to her new job/home). Used the express shipping. Everything arrived on time.
I installed this myself so it took a while (2 hours). A second set of hands would have helped. First tip: Use some tie down straps (flat nylon) and loop around your closed tailgate and the bumper. This will keep the bumper in place when you loosen the bolts. Second tip: I used a car jack from my wifes car to help lift the hitch in place. Balance the hitch on the jack and use some wire to hold it to the jack.
I also used a Curt no-splice wiring harness. This was simple to install. Hardest part was getting the darn connectors unsnapped.
Watch the vids on etrailer and anyone can do this themselves.
I put this bumper on by myself, but it will be easier as a 2 person project. If you do decide to DIY make sure you have the right tools for the job!!! I went old fashion with a breaker bar, deep sockets, 3” extension, ratchets and some PB blaster. A one hour job took me the whole day. Instructions are easy to follow, but I would also watch the video from e-trailer on installation procedures. I found it was best to loosen the bumper brackets closest to the bumper because you had better leverage than if you loosened following the instruction. A right angle impact wrench will be your friend because a couple of boos on the bumper are recessed towards the rear of the bumper and there is little room to maneuver with regular tools and extensions.
My hitch arrived quickly, and installed as described without any additional modifications to my 2007 Toyota Tacoma. It will allow me to pull larger trailers than the bumper hitch, and more importantly this hitch will allow me to use a drop hitch to keep my trailers level. I still have to install the wiring harness, but I would recommend this Draw-Tite hitch to anyone with a Tacoma.
I had received multiple quotes to install a hitch on my 2014 Toyota Tacoma. All were around $400. So I did a little research and found the etrailer.com site. I found I could buy the hitch, the wiring harness and ball myself for less. The installation video they provided me gave me the confidence I could do the install myself. Now it's on and the entire process couldn't have been easier. If you can use a socket wrench and screw driver you can install your own hitch. Piece of cake!
Purchased this receiver hitch for my 06 Tacoma. Was approximately a 2hr install by myself, with socket set and a floor jack to support and hold the unit in place. Uses existing holes. Fit like a glove.
Got my hitch in just about in the time frame I was suppose to. Pretty easy in theory to install but there is some advice to offer. Make sure you get some PB Blaster on those rusty bolts on the Tacoma. Those fine threads make it hard enough to ratchet off but when they got rust on them...oh boy does it take some time and effort. But it was an easy install outside of that and the wiring kit went really smooth. Very happy with this purchase.
Bought a new internal bumper support and hardware at the same time. I installed this by myself without a jack or lift. I was shocked when I had the whole bumper and receiver on in about 15 minutes. But I was lucky that I had a new Tacoma frame about 2 years ago so not too rusty. This product r seems very well built. I will have to drill a few holes to attach the 7 round plug plate.
Fast delivery. Great communication from order to delivery.
I love the hitch and wiring harness i purchased for my truck, installation was as easy as it said it would be and website videos were extremely helpful. Thanks to everyone at etrailer for all the hard work in providing the perfect accessories for my vehicle.
Primarily used for a bike rack for 2 bicycles, used many times including a vacation to Maine, it worked flawlessly.
Quality product, fast shipping. Installation would be easier with two people, I installed alone using jack stands and a floor jack. Looks good on the truck, barely noticable... this is my third hitch purchase from etrailer.com.
Installation went well! Nothing too difficult. Would recommend having two people, and soak the bolts with a oil to help removal.
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Perfect fit. It looks great, mounted easily and performs as it should. Customer support at etrailer.com is awesome. They are quick to answer questions and provide advice.
This hitch was easy to install. Ran into unremovable parking sensors on install, but held up bumper with two hydrolic stools. Ten bolts removed, 14 bolts replaced, easy.
I put the hitch on yesterday. It fit perfect I was very pleased. The only thing wrong was the box that it came with.
The price was right and the trailer hitch was delivered around about on schedule . The hitch is well made, good welds and pretty substantial in materials and build. It fit perfectly and had it not been for very rusty bolts holding the number to the frame bracket that had to be removed to fits the shims under them the fitting would have been straight forward and much quicker to install This is the fault of the Toyota bolts that have been through 9 BY winters and not a fault of the two hitch.I
The fitting instruction provided are not very clear but there is an excellent video on the etrailer web site that I used to guide me.
The only issue I have with the hitch is that there were a few small areas with exposed metal. I had some spray paint on hand so sprayed a few coats on a couple of days before I fitted it. I would recommend this hitch and etrailer.
Christopher P.
6/12/2020
It has stood up really well to the MY winter weather and all the salt that is copper on our roads. Very impressed still with the quality. Great product compared to my previous UHau Trailer hitch that list its paint inside acyeR. No such problem with my retailer not hitch.
After receiving a recommendation from my local [mechanic shop] manager to check out etrailer, I purchased the Draw-Tite Max trailer hitch receiver. My overall experience remains positive because of the excellent website, price point, free shipping, and delivered product. While I haven't installed the hitch, I have no reason to doubt the quality, nor do I expect the installation to be complicated. Thank you, etrailer.
This is the second car I have installed etrailer hitches on and both were easy to install and made of high quality material. My other hitch was installed
in 2009 and still looks like new. I installed this second hitch on my 2005 toyota tacoma truck. I plan on towing a small trailer or camper. I didn't feel
comfortable with a ball on the bumper. This hitch is so well made and designed that I now have peace of mind pulling a trailer. Needless to say, it fit like a glove.
Thanks so much.
James B.
6/22/2018
Well made product, performs very well.
As advertised, the eTrailer website drilled down on the right hitch for my 2010 Toyota Tacoma. Although I let the guys at Meineke install, it took less than an hour and looks great, tight and even welding... My local Meineke guy use to work from the Toyota Service Center down the road and, even though I wanted him to consider upgrading the bolts/washer set provided, he had installed many and knew the bolt set with the hitch was good. Delivery in three (3) days. Great price...
James S.
8/16/2020
Time Proven Durability
I like this hitch and it was received as described and explained in product description online. Received earlier than expected. Timely shipping. I ordered it on a Monday and received it on a Thursday. This hitch will be used primarily for now to mount a platform for an electric scooter, and later for towing. Will install a wiring harness for that when the time comes. My truck didn't come with a receiver hitch from factory as an option nor installed at dealer but didn't have the need for it until now.
My only complaint is that the product I ordered should have been insulated better, or had padding in the box to prevent it from being slightly bent on the driver side mounting area, which took a while to straighten out for installation. I'm not sure if it came like that from the factory, or if it occurred during shipping, but the sharp edges had cut through the box some from being handled. The latter being most likely. Anyhow, once we straightened it we were able to get it on after a while.
Laura E.
11/11/2016
Thanks for your order, Curtis! I am sorry to hear that that hitch arrived and had broken through the box. We do our best to package the orders so that that they will arrive to you in good condition.
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Kent
4/19/2019
No problems after a year of light use.