In regards to a 2017 Ford Fusion, the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C12164 is a fit for sport models and the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C12091 is a fit for non-sport models. They are both great bolt-on options that will work well for you. The frame brackets on the hitch are different since the frame configuration on the vehicle is different for the two models.
If you will be towing then you'll also need the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness part # 118574 which is a plug and play... view full answer...
Curt's USA-made hitches like # C11390 that have the support strap # 18050 requirement for static loads like bike racks are just as well-made as those from Draw-Tite which do not share this requirement.
Curt's warranty policy requires the strap for many of their hitches, but in truth almost any hitch that will be handling the load of a bike rack or cargo carrier will benefit from using one or even two of the straps to steady the rack/carrier in the hitch as you go down the road. In no... view full answer...
A 7/16 inch bolt and a 1/2 inch bolt will both have a much higher capacity than the hitch or vehicle frame rails. Since both installation instructions for CURT, # 11390, and Draw-Tite, # 24865, require fishwiring hardware through the frame rails, the slightly smaller Draw-Tite 7/16 inch bolts will be easier to fishwire into place.
The other major difference is the CURT hitch does require the use of a stabilization strap, # 18050, for any non-trailer load such as a bike rack or cargo carrier... view full answer...
The Hopkins part # 30955 and the Tekonsha # 74682 work the exact same way and offer the same features. The mounting brackets are a bit different, and the wire on the 74682 is covered by wire loom for a neater appearance, but the two connectors operate the same way and have the same vehicle side connector.
Now, your truck may have a knock out on the rear bumper with a pre-cut 7-Way mounting location that you might like better. No need to hang an existing bracket, the down side is you would... view full answer...
The Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit part # RM-524458-5 is what I recommend for a 2018 Ford Fusion Energi Hybrid over the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit part # BLU44FR. I have not installed either of these but I have installed many base plates. I looked through the instructions for each, the Blue Ox kit requires you to level the base plate on the frame and then drill your holes once in place. This can be difficult as you have to find a way to secure it temporarily and are relying on your... view full answer...
Curt 4-Pole Wiring Harness # C56351 offers a current output capacity of 5- and 7.5-amps per circuit, while the Tekonsha # 118574 has a lower maximum output of 2.1- and 4.2-amps per circuit. This is the only practical difference between them. Both install in the exact same manner, as illustrated in the linked video and article. If you are unsure of the power draw from your trailer go for the higher-rated Curt harness to avoid any potential for overload. view full answer...
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