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  • Front Mount Hitch Recommendation for 2017 Ford F-150
  • For your 2017 Ford F-150 4 wheel drive we do have the Curt front hitch part # C31083 that's a confirmed fit and would work well. It has a 9,000 lb line pull rating and a 500 lb vertical load limit as well.
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  • How to Control Sway With Trailer Hitch Not Rated for Weight Distribution on 2019 Kia Sorento
  • The trailer hitches available for your 2019 Kia Sorento are not rated for use with weight distribution due to the vehicle and not the hitch itself; the frame of your Sorento does not have the strength to allow for the higher weight ratings that a weight distribution system can offer. The good news is you can still use sway control with a trailer hitch such as the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch # 75908 that fits your 2019 Sorento. All you will need is the Reese Friction Sway Control...
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  • Can Multiple Devices be Connected to the Curt Echo Mobile Trailer Brake Controller 51180
  • Yes, the Curt Echo Mobile Trailer Brake Controller part # C51180 can be used with multiple devices. However, only one device can have the application running on their phone while in range. In regards to compatibility, it will not work with a iPhone 4 as the IOS 8.0 software which is required for the Curt Echo is not available for this version. The oldest iPhone that can be used with the Curt Echo is a iPhone 4s. In order to check what you have now you will 1) locate and open the settings...
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  • Best Trailer Wiring Harness for 2018 Toyota RAV4
  • The wiring harness I recommend for your 2018 Toyota RAV4 is the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # 118578 because it is easy to install on your RAV4; you will only need to plug it into connection points in your rear cargo area and run a hot lead to your battery. Additionally, you can have faith in how dependable this harness is because its manufacturer, Tekonsha, has a very strong reputation for creating quality wiring products. As such, this harness also...
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  • Comparing Curt Spectrum and Redarc Tow-Pro Brake Controller for 2018 Toyota Tundra
  • Both the Redarc Tow-Pro Elite # RED44FR and the Curt Spectrum # C51170 Trailer Brake Controller offer a sleek OEM design that gets away from the traditional knee knocker mounted options that take up a lot of space in the cab. Between these two brake controllers though I do recommend going with the Redarc # RED44FR for a couple of reasons. The first reason is an aesthetic one. One of the main benefits of both controllers is the subtle design that tries to blend in with the interior of...
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  • EcoHitch and Recommended Bike Rack for a 2018 Subaru Crosstrek
  • I recommend going with the 2" EcoHitch # 306-X7365 which is a confirmed fit for your vehicle. It allows you to use a wider variety of ball mount options as well as accessories like a bike rack. I have attached an installation video that you can check out. The installation is identical for both trailer hitches so it is a good reference no matter which way you go. If you don't already have a bike rack then I highly recommend the Kuat NV 2.0 Base # BA22B because it combines a great look...
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  • Trunk Mount Bike Rack Recommendation for 2019 Lexus RX 350
  • The best option for a trunk mounted bike rack on your 2019 Lexus RX 350 is the SeaSucker Hornet Rear Window Bike Rack # 298-BH1302 because it is very easy to use will allow you to maintain the clean look at the rear of your Lexus. The SeaSucker Hornet is a pair of vacuum cups that have ratcheting straps which grasp your bike by the handlebars and uses an additional strap to secure it to your vehicle, as you can see in the accompanying photo. These vacuum cups are exceptionally strong and...
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  • Can 13 inch Trailer Wheel and Tire Replace 12 inch Size 5.30-12
  • The wheel and tire from Karrier part # AM31994 would work well for you. It's a 13 inch wheel with the tire size of 175/80-13 and a bolt pattern of 5 on 4-1/2 inch like you need as well. The pilot diameter is 3.19 inch too which is slightly larger than what you have now but will still work great. Overall diameter of the tire is 24.1 inches and the section width is 7 inch. You might compare that to what you have to make sure you have the additional clearance. Your current tire diameter is...
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  • Does Draw Tite Hitch for 2018 Ram 1500 Require Trimming Fascia
  • All of the front hitches we offer for your 2018 Ram 1500 like the Draw Tite part # 65062 do require trimming of the front fascia. The trimming allows the hitch to sit a little bit higher so that you get slightly better ground clearance. Front hitches typically aren't classified but this hitch is a 2 inch size like a Class III normally is and has higher capacities too at 9,000 lb line pull and 500 lb vertical load.
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  • Recommended Black Aero Roof Racks for 2018 Fiat 500X
  • We have aero-style roof racks for your 2018 Fiat 500X from two prominent companies, Inno and Thule, and these appear on the linked page. All such racks use bars that have the wing-like shape that cuts through the wind more easily and so they generate less noise at higher driving speeds. You may not know the Inno brand but they are the leading OEM rack maker for many popular vehicle brands in Japan. If your 500X has a bare roof with no existing rails or crossbars I suggest the Inno Aero...
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  • Trailer Hitch Recommendation for Towing a Motorcycle Trailer with a 2019 Honda Odyssey
  • To tow a small trailer with your 2019 Honda Odyssey I recommend using the Class III etrailer # e98855 because it has a 2" receiver with the high weight ratings. These are over the ratings for your Odyssey so you will be limited by your vehicle instead of the trailer hitch. For wiring I recommend the Tekonsha T-One # 118781 because of how easy it is to install and how reliable we have found the Tekonsha wiring to be. This simply plugs in behind one of the panels in your rear cargo area...
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  • What Trailer Hitch Will Allow for a Full Sized Spare Tire on a 2019 Toyota Highlander
  • The Curt trailer hitch # C13200 that we offer for a 2019 Toyota Highlander will allow for a full size spare tire to be used as long as it is not on the aluminum rim. This is true for all of the hitches that we have for your Highlander. The aluminum rims are too wide, but the others will fit. The # C13200 is a good choice. Then for a bike rack, I recommend the Yakima HoldUp 4 Bike Platform Rack part # Y02443-2 which is an excellent option for you. It can support bikes up to 50 lbs so...
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  • Recommended Trunk-Mount Bike Rack for 2019 Subaru WRX Sti with Large Spoiler
  • For your 2019 Subaru WRX Sti with large factory spoiler I recommend the Yakima FullBack 2 carrier # Y02634 or the 3-bike version # Y02633 because both are specifically designed to work with this vehicle feature. Both of the FullBack racks include locks, have adjustable arms that can be moved to provide the best fit with your bikes' frames and both install using only 4 straps, instead of the more typical 6 mounting straps found on most other trunk-mount racks. You can refer to the linked...
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  • Recommended Air Brake to Electric Brake Controller for 1969 International Loadstar 1890 Truck
  • The Hayes Air Actuated Trailer Brake Controller # HA100400C will work very well with your 1969 International Loadstar 1890 truck. These controllers are designed for air brake systems to create smooth electric trailer braking. They are both proportional controllers so they will give you the braking you are seeking. They are both adjustable so you will be able to ensure your unloaded trailer can also be towed as desired with smooth braking. Both of these controllers work well, so it comes...
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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch and Bike Rack for a 2019 Jeep Wrangler
  • I recommend going with the etrailer.com Trailer Hitch Receiver # E98856 for your 2019 Jeep Wrangler because it has a longer receiver portion (for more clearance) and a matte black finish that helps hide scratches much better than the glossy finish that is popular with other trailer hitches. When we installed this on a 2018 Jeep JL Wrangler Unlimited we found that from the center of the hitch pin hole to the outermost part of the bumper measured 2-1/2" (see attached installation video)....
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  • Curt Trailer Hitch for 2018 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 with 144 Inch Wheelbase
  • As long as your 2018 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 with the 144 inch wheelbase is equipped with the standard bumper (not the step bumper) the Curt Class III Trailer Hitch # C13388 that you referenced will fit and work perfectly. This Class III hitch features a 6,000 pound towing weight capacity and a 600 pound tongue weight limit. Please note that during installation you will need to drill some holes into the bottom of the Sprinter's frame. I have attached the complete installation instructions...
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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch Receiver for a 2017 Ford Edge Sport Edition
  • Yes, we have three trailer hitch receiver options for your 2017 Ford Edge with the Sport package part # 75234, part # C13234, and part # C12140. I recommend using the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C13234 as this hitch will not require near as much effort to install in comparison to the similar Draw-Tite hitch receiver. It is a Class III hitch receiver with a 2" opening. This fully welded trailer hitch receiver bolts onto your Ford Edge's frame with no welding required. Depending on...
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  • Roof Rack for 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee with All Black Flush Mounted Side Rails
  • I do have a solution for you, however the Rola Sport GTX Series Roof Rack referenced in your question will not fit the all black flush mount rails on your 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee. This is because this particular system and many others for your Jeep are only designed to mount to the channel that is present along the chrome section of the side rails that are on the Grand Cherokee that is equipped with the "E Group" package. I have attached an image to clarify this. Since your rails are...
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  • Can the Jaws on the Curt E16 5th Wheel Hitch Be Adjusted
  • The slide bar locking jaw on the Curt E16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # C16115 is not adjustable. Unfortunately, the play that you have between the slide bar and kingpin is common with the slide bar locking jaw system as they just don't grip the kingpin as tightly. The play between the slide bar and kingpin is not really a security concern but it will attribute to excessive chucking. The option I have for you to grip the kingpin tighter which will in turn reduce chucking is to switch...
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  • Can a 5th Wheel Hitch From a 2018 Ram 2500 Be Used On a 2009 Dodge Ram 2500
  • The installation procedures for a 5th wheel hitch will be different on a 2009 Dodge Ram 2500 when compared to a 2018 Ram 2500. The main difference between them is that the 2018 Ram 2500 has the factory prep package option which means you can use a hitch such as the Curt Q20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package part # C16530-16021 which just drops into place. If this is the process you are referring to then that is not possible on your 2009 Dodge Ram 2500 because it could...
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