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  • Will the Coil SumoSprings CSS-1125R Fit a 4WD 2008 Ford Explorer?
  • No, I am sorry Gordon they do not. The Coil SumoSprings item # CSS-1125R only fit the rear suspension on the 2WD 2008 Ford Explorers. I do not have an option or any alternative for the 4WD Explorers. If you are looking for rear end support while you are towing a trailer, I recommend using a weight distribution system. These are designed to keep your rear end level with your trailer. If you would like me to recommend one I would just need to know your trailer's tongue weight when loaded...
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  • E-Bike Rack Recommendation that Can be Used at Rear of Class B Motorhome
  • Hey Richard, I have a solution for you but the Hollywood Racks part # HLY66ZR is not rated for the rougher ride quality at the rear of RVs but we do have the Hollywood Racks RV Rider part # HLY64FR which is rated for this application and would work great.
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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch Receiver for 2000 Ford Explorer XLT
  • For a low cost Class III hitch that fits your 2000 Ford Explorer XLT I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III # 13540. This hitch features a bolt-on installation and a 2" receiver. It has a maximum gross trailer weight of 4,000 lbs and max tongue weight of 400 lbs. It also comes with a limited lifetime warranty. If you plan on doing some towing, you will also need wiring and a ball mount. The Curt # C55345 will give you a 4-way to power your trailer's signal...
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  • Will Valterra Lockable Dual RV Water Inlets Fit 2023 Escape Trailer
  • We do not have a way to know if the Valterra Lockable Dual RV Water Inlets # A01-2000VP will fit a 2023 Escape Trailer. What you will need to do is check your cutout dimensions on the trailer itself. This is designed to fit a 5-7/8" wide x 4-3/4" tall cutout. If that is what you have it will fit. If not, you would need to enlarge or fill in the cutout to install the panel.
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  • Recommended Weight Distribution System for a 4,000 lbs Wolf Pup Trailer
  • Congrats on the new trailer. It looks like a 2024 Wolf Pup 16FQ tops out at just under 4,000 lbs when fully loaded. This would put your tongue weight between 400 lbs and 600 lbs. The hitch doesn't count towards your tongue weight. You do not want to get a heavier rated system for a 1,000 lbs tongue weight that is 100% accurate. To have sway control, which you absolutely want, you will need to spend more than $400. In addition to that all of the chain hanging systems that clamp to your...
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  • How is the Inner Tube Held In Place on the Pro Series Square Jack?
  • It depends what jack you're using but yes that is how the inner tube of the Pro Series Square Jack item # PS1400950376, you were looking at, is held in place.
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  • Recommended Brake Controller for a 2022 Ford Explorer w/ Factory Towing Package
  • Since your 2022 Ford Explorer has the factory tow package you can use the Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers item # 3035-P to install the Redarc Tow-Pro Elite item # RED63RR. This adapter will connect to the one that comes with the Tow-Pro Elite and allow you to plug into a port located behind the appearance panel on the driver's side. Just remove the two screws to get the panel to drop, you are looking for a grey plug. The grey plug is sometimes taped together...
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  • Recommended Plug N Play Brake Controller and Trailer Wiring for a 2023 Ford Explorer W/ Tow Package
  • Andrew, what it sounds like you're looking for is the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness for Factory Tow Package # C55384. This is going to plug directly into your OEM tow package wiring and provides a 4-way connector at the back of your Ford. It also looks like you're looking at the Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller # RED24FR, so if you're looking for a plug and play harness for that brake controller you can use the Plug-and-Play Wiring Harness for Redarc Tow-Pro Trailer Brake...
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  • How Do I Remove A Yakima Roof Rack Without The Tool Provided?
  • Hello Dale. Without the tool, you may be able to remove the towers with an appropriately sized allen wrench, however this can be tricky. For security reasons, Yakima designed their towers so that they are not easily removed without the tool provided. What I recommend doing is simply getting a new tool so you can remove the roof rack without any hassle. I am not sure exactly which Yakima roof rack system you have, but if you have the BaseLine, RidgeLine, SkyLine, or TimberLine towers, the...
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  • How to Determine Which 4-Way Vehicle Wiring Harness Is Needed For a 2016 Ford Explorer Interceptor
  • For the 4-way wiring you will need to see if your 2016 Ford Explorer Interceptor has the connector located behind the rear passenger tire. I have linked an installation video we did for the T-One # 118540 near the bottom of the page to show you the connector location. If you have this you will be able to use the 4-way otherwise you would need to get the Hopkins # HM40285 which connects to the tail lights. If you are looking for a receiver I recommend our etrailer # e98867 as I feel the...
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  • Will Hidden Hitch by Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver Fit a 2022 Ford Explorer ST-Line
  • Thanks for the question, Chris! The Hidden Hitch by Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver # DT66GR is confirmed to fit all models of the 2022 Ford Explorer so it will definitely fit the ST-Line you're asking about. If you'll be doing any towing be sure to pick up the Quick Links # RM-910022 as well so you have easier access to connect your safety chains. There are similar trailer hitches that have a hidden crosstube, but the Hidden Hitch is very unique in that it's the only option for your...
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  • Parts Needed For Towing a Trailer With Electric Brakes by a 2018 Ford Explorer Without Tow Package
  • The etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e98867 is the correct receiver for your 2018 Ford Explorer. This class III 2" receiver is rated for 400lbs of tongue weight and a trailer weight of 4,000lbs. With a weight distribution hitch capacities increase to 500lbs of tongue weight and 5,000lbs trailer weight. The wiring is where things can be confusing. As your Explorer does have the correct connectors for the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness # C56306 as well as the Plug-In Wiring Adapter...
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  • Replacement Brackets for Westin Platinum Series Oval Nerf Bars
  • We do not have replacement brackets for these at this time. I can see if Westin has a replacement and get it added to our site but I can tell you it will likely be all of the brackets and hardware. We don't have the ability to order specific brackets. If you want me to see if we can have these added please respond to my email and let me know.
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  • Is There an Attachment Point For Breakaway on Blue Ox Base Plate For 2019 Ford Explorer?
  • There is a small bracket on the Blue Ox Base Plate # BX2668 which will accept the breakaway switch included with the Demco Stay-IN-Play Duo Flat Tow Brake System # SM99251. The attachment point is between the safety cable attachment and wiring connector on the passenger side. I have included an image below so you can see this as well.
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  • Availability Of Westin Sportsman Grille Guard Mounting Kit # 40-362PK
  • I am sorry to say that we no longer carry the 40-362PK mounting kit that you are looking for. It looks like we used to carry them, but we sold our last one back in 2020. Our records show this item was discontinued and is no longer available. Unless you can find one secondhand it may be virtually impossible to find. I know its not what you want to hear but the only solution we can offer would be to get a whole new grille guard like the Westin Sportsman Grille Guard # 40-3625 which is made...
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  • Recommended Flat Towing Components For A 2018 Ford Explorer Platinum
  • Hi Brian, Because the Platinum comes standard with adaptive cruise control there are only going to be two options based on your engine: If you have a non-EcoBoost engine the # RM-524453-5 will work with active air shutters. If you do have an EcoBoost engine the # RM-524446-5 will work but you would need to remove the active air shutters if your model has them. The Roadmaster Nighthawk All-Terrain Tow Bar # RM-676 would be a great option for your tow bar. It comes with safety cables,...
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  • Recommended Trailer Wiring And Brake Controller For A 2023 Ford Explorer XLT
  • Hey Aaron, If your 2023 Ford Explorer XLT has a factory tow package connector back at the rear of the vehicle then you can use the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness # C55664. If you don't have a factory tow package connector then you'll first need to install the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # C56093. This has connectors that will plug into your tail light wiring and will have one wire to run up to the battery for power. Once installed...
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  • Troubleshooting Curt Trailer Wiring Trailer Wiring Harness Where Turn Signals Stopped Working
  • Hey Brian, try testing the input side of the box for voltage to see if voltage is making its way into the box but not out. If the voltage isn't on the input side of the box the problem is probably wiring or wiring connections that need to be checked and fixed. If there is voltage on input side that would indicate that the box is damaged and would need to be replaced.
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  • Will Brophy Ball Mount BM20 Allow Rear Hatch to Open
  • Yes, the rear hatch on your Ford Explorer will still be able to open when using the Brophy Ball Mount for 2" Hitches # BM20. You wouldn't need sway bars due to the longer ball mount so you're set there. You'd only need a hitch ball, either 2" hitch ball # C54CR or 2-5/16" hitch ball # C40005 depending on your trailer coupler. Then to secure the ball mount use pin and clip # C21504 or hitch lock # e98881.
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  • Roof Rack/Kayak Carrier For A 2017 Ford Explorer And A 2014 Subaru Forester
  • Good morning, Donna. So, according to Malone, the # MPG217 roof rack does not fit the factory raised side rails on a 2017 Ford Explorer. I would have to offer you a different roof rack for this vehicle like the Rhino Rack # RR98VE. You can use a Malone rack on the factory raised side rails on the 2014 Subaru Forester, but the 65" bars are too long. The longest bar recommended for this vehicle is a 58", the # MPG216. You can definitely carry two kayaks using this setup. The Yakima Sweet...
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