Expert Answers about Honda Element

• Will etrailer Trailer Hitch e78KR Be Able To Replace Class I Hitch On 2008 Honda Element?
• The etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e78KR you mentioned is confirmed to fit your 2008 Honda Element EX and will be perfect for replacing your class I trailer hitch receiver. As you mentioned the # e78KR is a Class III hitch with a 2" receiver that is great due to it having the most available accessories such as bike racks, cargo carriers, and ball mounts for towing a trailer. The etrailer and Curt hitches are both equally built with no clear advantage going to one or the other. It more...
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• Pros and Cons of Adding Cast or Aluminum Disc Brake Calipers to a Boat Trailer
• The first thing to do is verify that the the disc brake calipers and wheel bearings will fit your trailer. The majority of 3,500 lb axles use # L68149 inner, # L44649 outer bearings and the # RG06-050 grease seals, but you should check to be sure. Next, make sure the wheels on your trailer are 14 inch diameter or larger, and that the spring on your trailer is at least 3 inches from the outer face of the brake mounting flange so that the caliper can be installed without contacting the inside...
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• Comparing Class I and Class II Ball Mounts for Differences When They Appear Identical
• The Draw-Tite Drawbar for 1-1/4" Hitches - 5/8" Rise - 6-5/8" Long - 2,000 lbs # 3590 will fit both Class I and Class II trailer hitch receiver. The # 36051 as you stated is only a fit for Class II trailer hitches. The reason for this is the rated towing capacity. Class I hitches are only rated for up to 2,000 lbs and there is often a welded stop in the shank to ensure only Class I rated accessories can be used so you don't have an issue with your 1-1/4 inch receiver for tongue weight...
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• Comparing Saris, Thule and Swagman Platform Style Hitch Bike Racks for 2011 Honda Element
• The three platform-style hitch bike racks you referenced, the Saris Freedom 2 # SA4412B, the Thule Doubletrack Pro XT # TH92BJ and the Swagman XTC-2 # S64670, differ in a few key features and the nature of your particular bikes may help you determine which is the best match for you. First, let's talk weight. The Saris Freedom 2 weighs 22-1/2-lbs, the Thule Doubletrack Pro about 32-lbs and the Swagman XTC-2 about 28-lbs. If you intend to install and remove the rack often this may be a consideration. In...
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• Comparing Roadmaster XL and MX Base Plates for 2004 Honda Element
• The difference between the Roadmaster XL Base Plates # 1541-1 and the MX base plates # 1541-5 is tow bar compatibility. The XL plates are compatible with all Roadmaster tow bars while the MX plates work only with the Roadmaster tow bars that slide into a trailer hitch, such as the Sterling, Blackhawk, Blackhawk 2, Falcon and Falcon 2. The MX base plates will not work with tow bars that require a hitch ball. Your Falcon All Terrain tow bar # RM-522 will work with either base plate.
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• Trailer Hitch and Towing Accessory Recommendation for 2006 Honda Element
• The two Class III hitches you mentioned, the etrailer # e78KR and the Curt # 13574, have the same weight capacity, installation procedure and appearance except for the finish. The Curt has a glossy black finish and the etrailer hitch has a matte black finish. It depends on which you like better. Many people think the matte black blends more and make the hitch not as noticeable. If the finish doesn't help you choose, you can choose the lower priced etrailer model, and not feel like you've...
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