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  • Trailer Wiring Harness for a 2002 Ford Taurus Wagon
  • For the 2002 Ford Taurus Wagon, you will need to use wiring harness # 119178KIT. A T-one plug in type of harness is not available for the Wagon models. Installation of a hardwire kit is actually very straight forward. I have included links to the installation instructions and to a video showing a typical installation for you.
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  • Replacement Hardware Recommendation for the Curt Hitch part # C12232
  • Yes we do, the part number you will need is # RHK. You will need to select Curt from the drop down menu and you will need to enter the part number C12232 in the part box and we will ship you out the correct replacement hardware.
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  • Cargo Carrier Recommendation for a 2001 Ford Taurus with Class I Hitch
  • The issue that you are running into is that the Draw Tite hitch part # 24699 that you referenced is a Class I hitch and the cargo carrier you bought is a Class II only accessory. That tab that you have found in the hitch is designed to prevent Class II accessories from being used in the hitch. This is so you don't overload the hitch. Realistically the only solution I can recommend for you would be to go with a Class I rated cargo carrier like the # C18145. Check out the review video I...
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  • How To Get a Bike Lock With Matching Keys for the Yakima RidgeBack 4 Bike Rack
  • The Yakima RidgeBack 4 Bike Rack part # Y02458 is an excellent bike rack option that already comes with a hitch lock. In order to use a lock for the bikes you'll also need the Yakima HandCuff Cable Lock part # Y02466. That said, this option will likely give you two different sets of keys. If you would like for both locks to match, you'll also need the Yakima Same Key System part # Y07202.
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  • Trunk Mounted Bike Rack Recommendation for a 2002 Ford Taurus Wagon
  • I checked with Thule and the Thule OutWay part # TH45JV has been confirmed to fit your 2002 Ford Taurus. The upper arms of this will not put that much pressure on your back window. Most of the weight from the bikes and the rack will be on the upper straps and the lower arm of the rack so you should be fine. If you plan on carrying any women's or alternative framed bikes without horizontal top tubes you may also be interested in purchasing a Swagman Easy-Out Women's and Alternative Frame...
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  • Parts Needed To Flat-Tow a 2019 Ford Taurus SHO
  • In order to flat-tow a 2019 Ford Taurus SHO you'll need a base plate kit, tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and braking system. I have attached for you a list of each of these parts. Blue Ox Base Plate Kit part # BX2643 Blue Ox Alpha 2 Tow Bar part # BX7380 Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit part # RM-15267 Blue Ox Patriot Portable Braking System part # BLU37TR
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  • Trailer Hitch Recommendation for a 2002 Ford Taurus Wagon
  • For a hitch for your 2002 Ford Taurus Wagon you would want the Curt Hitch part # C12232 as it has been confirmed to fit your vehicle. You would just need a ballmount like the # C45522 and a ball like # 19256 for a 1-7/8 inch diameter or # 19258 for a 2 inch diameter and trailer wiring to complete the towing set up. For trailer wiring, use # 119178KIT. I have included a link to the installation details for the wiring for you.
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  • Trailer Hitch And Wiring Recommendation For 2003 Ford Taurus
  • I did some research and found that the maximum trailer towing capacity for a 2003 Ford Taurus is 1750 lbs. I recommend checking the owner's manual or with a dealership to make sure you do not exceed the towing capacity for your Taurus. You will also want to check the total weight of the trailer you want to tow. It should be weighed in its fully-loaded-ready-to-tow condition. The trailer hitches we offer for your Taurus are either Class l or Class ll hitches with a 1-1/4 inch receiver...
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  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2008 Ford Taurus
  • I checked with Roadmaster and they do not recommend the use of a fuse bypass when flat towing your 2008 Ford Taurus. They also state that this vehicle is not known for battery drain while flat towing. To flat tow your vehicle you will need to start with a base plate kit. For that the part # 4415-1 has been confirmed as a fit and would work well. I attached an install video for you to check out as well. In addition to the base plates, you will also need a compatible tow bar, safety cables,...
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  • Best Trailer Hitch & Roof Racks for a 2014 Ford Taurus
  • The trailer hitch that I recommend going with for your 2014 Ford Taurus is the Curt # C13379 which is a Class III hitch that has a 2" receiver. You'll be able to use a wider variety of hitch accessories with a Class III receiver. I like the brackets and thicker powder coat on this Curt over what comes on the Draw-Tite which is why I recommend the Curt. If you don't already have a bike rack then I highly recommend the Kuat Transfer V2 # KU24FR which can carry up to 3 bikes and has a U-Shaped...
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  • Karrite Cargo Box Replacement Key 080
  • The replacement key you are looking for is the part # THKEYN080. If you want to replace the entire lock assembly, you can use # CTC-CAMLOCK-18M-2802.
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  • 2 inch Trailer Hitch Recommendation for 2013 Ford Taurus AWD
  • I spoke with my contact at Draw Tite and he confirmed that the # 75670 is a confirmed fit for your 2013 Ford Taurus with AWD. This is also a Class III hitch with a 2 inch opening like what you are looking for too. For trailer wiring you then would want the # 118599 which is a confirmed fit as well. I attached an install video for this for you to check out as well.
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  • Can a 1997 Ford Taurus be Flat Towed Behind a Motor Home
  • I found an online copy of the owners manual from Ford for your 1997 Ford Taurus. It states that you can only flat tow with 4 wheels down for a maximum of 50 miles and at speeds no greater than 35 miles per hour. To tow the vehicle further and at higher speeds you would need to use a tow dolly. Please check your owners manual and/or contact a Ford dealer for more information. We do have a tow dolly that you can use. Take a look at Roadmaster tow dolly # RM-2050-1. This unit features lights,...
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  • Trailer Wiring Recommendation for Draw Tite Hitch for 2000 Ford Taurus
  • We have trailer wiring for your 2000 Ford Taurus but the Draw Tite hitch part # 36313 does not come with it. For that you would then also want the part # C55375 which is a confirmed custom fit. The recommended ball mount is the part # C45522 and then for hitch balls you would want part # 19256 for a 1-7/8 inch ball or part # 19258 for a 2 inch ball.
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  • Trunk Mounted Bike Rack Recommendation for a 2008 Ford Taurus
  • When a bike doesn't have a horizontal top tube there is an adapter that can be used that will attach to the bike that will provide an attachment point. The part # 64005 will attach at the seat post and at the steering stem and will provide an attachment point for a hanging bike rack. The Gateway Pro # TH88VR has been confirmed to fit your 2008 Ford Taurus so it would work great. I have attached a video for you to see all of its features.
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  • Can Trailer Wiring Harness For 2012 Ford Taurus be Run to Spare Battery in Trunk
  • The Tekonsha T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness # 118599, which is what I recommend for your 2012 Ford Taurus, will connect to existing ports located inside the trunk and a hot lead with attached fuse holder will then need to be run up to your vehicle battery. Running the power wire to your primary vehicle battery under the hood is going to be your best option, as the battery will be charged by the alternator and will provide a reliable source for the harness. This is the safest way to install...
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  • Can 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan Tow 2005 Ford Taurus
  • Since the 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan has a towing capacity of 3,600 lbs and the max weight of a 2005 Ford Taurus is 3,514 lbs you'd be safe. The hitch you mentioned # 75579 is a confirmed fit for the Grand Caravan as well. Easiest solution for towing the Taurus would be with a tow dolly like the part # RM-2050-1.
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  • Recommended 1-1/4 Inch Trailer Hitch for 2012 Honda CR-V and 2018 Ford Taurus
  • Starting with the 2012 Honda CR-V, I recommend the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver # 36520. This Class II hitch is confirmed to fit your CR-V and will use existing holes in the vehicle's frame for a no-drill installation. It will provide you with a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening and features a tongue weight capacity of 300 pounds. I have attached an installation video on your vehicle that you can use for reference, along with the written installation instructions. Then for your 2018 Ford...
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  • Adapter Compatibility for Fitting Rhino Rack Kayak Carrier S510 to Square Crossbars
  • The # S510 installed on a square bar roof rack will work because it is a universal fit. The stability is an issue as the KC-FK10 has been discontinued but was designed to help specifically with square bar applications.
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  • What Is The Thread Pitch Of The Swagman Anti-Rattle Hitch Pin Lock S64027?
  • I had our warehouse measure the thread pitch of the Swagman Anti-Rattle Hitch Lock # S64027 you were looking at and it has a 5/8" x 11 thread pitch. We do have the Threaded Anti-Rattle Hitch Pin Lock for etrailer Cargo Carriers # e99047 which has the M16x2.0 thread pitch you were looking for. If you can tell me what you are looking to use the pin in I may have other options for you as well. I included a video of the # e99047 for you to take a look at.
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