Expert Answers about Acura MDX

• Comparing Curt and etrailer Trailer Hitch Receivers For a 2023 Acura MDX
• The only difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C22HR and our etrailer Receiver # e27KR is the powder coat finish. They are both custom fit receivers manufactured by Curt for your 2023 Acura MDX. We selected Curt to manufacture our receivers based on their quality and having a made in the USA product. The Curt receiver has a gloss black finish while our etrailer receiver has a matte black finish. I personally feel the matte black looks better and give you a more factory appearance...
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• Which Hitch is the Most Hidden for a 2019 Acura MDX
• The etrailer hitch part # e98840 is the least visible trailer hitch option for your 2019 Acura MDX . I attached an install video for the etrailer hitch for you to check out.
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• Difference Between Curt & etrailer Trailer Hitch Receivers For 2023 Acura MDX
• Absolutely, and the only difference between the Curt and etrailer hitches for your 2023 Acura MDX is their finish. The Curt hitch has a glossy black finish while the etrailer hitch has a matte black finish. So you can choose from whichever finish you like best for your '23 MDX, with the hitches that fit being the following part numbers: - Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C22HR - etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e27KR I like the matte black finish as it hides the inevitable scratches and...
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• Draw-Tite or Curt Hitch Receiver for 2022 Acura MDX
• I would be happy to help you. The difference in the installation time between the two hitch receiver's on your 2022 Acura MDX is that the Curt item # C22HR sits lower when mounted so it does not requiring trimming of the rear bumper cover. The Draw-TIte item # DT42MR sits higher after installation which requires you to cut a 4" x 3.5" section of your rear bumper cover out. I recommend going with the Draw-Tite hitch receiver item # DT42MR because of its final mounting location after install....
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• Why is the Trailer Hitch from Acura Rated Higher than the Draw-Tite Hitch for a 2008 Acura MDX
• The Acura hitch may be a higher rated trailer hitch than the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch, # 75614. The difference is a result of how the hitch is made, the gauge steel used, and where it attaches on the vehicle. Many times, we rate hitches based on how much the vehicle can tow, but this is not always the case. Based on how we define hitches here, both the Draw-Tite hitch and the Acura hitch would be considered Class III hitches (rated up to 6,000/600 pounds). I have included a link to an FAQ...
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• Comparing the Original Thule Helium Bike Rack to the Thule Helium Aero Bike Rack
• The original Thule Helium was made of ultra-lightweight aluminum, featured sliding anti-sway T3 cradles with rubber straps. The cradle arms were spaced 12 inches apart (outside to outside). The rack could fold and tilt. It also featured an integrated cable lock and knob for anti-rattle. It fit Class I, II, and III hitches (Class I hitches limited to 2 bikes). The new Helium # TH9043PRO is a complete design change. The upright bar or mast of the rack is no longer a rounded shape. It is...
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• Comparing Trailer Hitch Options for a 2022 Acura MDX
• The trailer hitch options for a 2022 Acura MDX are all going to be pretty similar. If you'll be towing then I recommend the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver part # DT42MR since it has a built-in bracket for the trailer connector but if you're just going to be using bike racks and cargo carriers I recommend the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver part # e27KR. The Draw-Tite hitch offers the best ground clearance but this also means you must trim the bumper. That said, ground clearance...
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• Yakima SkyBox or Thule Motion XT for 2019 Acura MDX
• Yes, both the Yakima SkyBox NX 16 # Y95AV and the Thule Motion XT 16 # TH629706 will fit your 2019 Acura MDX. I confirmed this with both manufacturers. I personally like the look of the Motion XT more than the SkyBox. The Motion XT is a little more aggressive and was designed around newer vehicle body styles. The SkyBox is a little more basic in the look design but is still just as functional. The features of both boxes are pretty similar so it really boils down to what look you're going...
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• Fit of Thule OutWay 2 # TH45JV and Raceway 3 # TH56BV Trunk-Mount Racks on 2014 Acura MDX
• The Thule OutWay 2 # TH45JV trunk-mount bike rack is indeed a recommended fit for your 2014 Acura MDX. The similar OutWay 3 rack, part # TH56BV, will mount in the same way as you suggest but this larger carrier is not recommended for your vehicle due to the weight load placed on the car's sheet metal. The OutWay racks are built with heavy-duty materials to enable them to last a long time, but this also means higher weight. Thule's engineers consider that the weight of a loaded OutWay 3-bike...
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• What is the Carrier Weights of the Curt and SportRack 4-Bike Platform Hitch Mount Bike Racks
• Yes. The Curt 4-Bike Rack # C18086 weighs 86 pounds. If you're looking for a lightweight 4-bike carrier check out the Swagman Trailhead 4-Bike Rack for 2" Hitches # S63381. It's a a solid rack and it only weighs about 30 pounds.
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• Comparing Derale Radiator Fans # D18217 and # D16217
• Radiator fan # D18217 includes rods and pads for mounting whereas fan # D16217 includes a mounting kit made up of more pieces. I have included a picture that shows the mounting hardware included with each fan. The additional hardware included with the D16217 fan would be for someone who cannot or does not want to attach the fan using just the simple rods and pads.
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• Differences Between the etraler Hitch part # e98840 and the Factory Hitch for a 2014 Acura MDX
• The etrailer Hitch part # e98840 that you referenced is going to be very similar to the factory hitch that is available for the 2014 Acura MDX. The hitch openings will be in very similar locations and will attach very similarly to the frame of your vehicle. Typically factory hitches are pretty expensive, I would be willing to bet that the # e98840 would work just as well, if not better than the factory hitch and will cost less. I attached an install video for this hitch for you to check...
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• Difference Between Curt and etrailer Trailer Hitch Receivers for 2019 Acura MDX
• The only difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C13146 and etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e98840 for your 2019 Acura MDX are the finishes. The Curt has a glossy black finish while the etrailer hitch has a matte black finish. The style you like is really just personal preference but the matte black finish of the etrailer hitch tends to hide minor nicks and scratches better than the glossy finish of the Curt. Other than that, the two hitches offer the same bolt-on installation...
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• Comparing Draw-Tite and Curt Trailer Hitches for a 2003 Acura MDX
• The Curt and Draw-Tite trailer hitches for the 2003 Acura MDX will each perform well for you. I can tell you that the Draw-Tite hitches do undergo a certain amount of extra voluntary testing that other brands do not do with their hitches. The extra 2 bolts and center mounting point on the Curt hitch do not give it additional capacity. The Curt hitch # 13328 and the Draw-Tite hitch, # 75599, are each rated at 350 pounds tongue weight and 3,500 pounds gross trailer weight. Both can be used...
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