You are correct that Draw-Tite and Hidden Hitch brands were sister companies, both part of Cequent Performance Products, and that their hitches # 75599 and 87454 are identical apart from their branding. Hidden Hitch is now discontinued.
You are also correct that the Curt hitch option for your 2006 Pilot, part # 13328, does include an additional mounting flange at its center that is not used on the other hitches. In some cases this extra flange will require trimming of the rear fascia;... view full answer...
Because the 7-way offers 3 different circuits that the 4-pole unit doesn't (reverse lamp, brake controller output and 12-volt accessory voltage), the wiring harnesses of the two are indeed different.
Since all your existing equipment uses a 4 pole, I'd recommend using the # 118558. If at some time in the future you decide to tow something that uses a 7-way connector, you can always upgrade using an adapter like # 37185. view full answer...
There are a couple more differences in the Hollywood Racks Road Runner item # HR520 and the Hollywood Racks Traveler 5 Bike Carrier HR9200 than the included hitch pin and cable lock. The lower brace on the Road Runner provides anchor points for stabilization straps to run through. This keeps the wheels and tires from spinning while you're driving. The Traveler does not have this feature. The Road Runner has a 150 lbs capacity and the Traveler can carry five bikes up to 35 lbs a piece. The... view full answer...
Since radial tires are more for highway use and bias tires have sidewalls that are more stiff for off-road use the Provider ST235/85R16 Radial Trailer Tire # TTWPRG235R16 is going to give you a much smoother ride quality than the a bias tire.
The extra flex in the sidewall of a radial tire not only helps to dissipate heat build-up but it also keeps the ride from being as bouncy as it would with bias tires. If you are needing a wheel as well then I have also attached a link to our selection... view full answer...
The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C13146 and etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e98840 that fit your 2019 Honda Pilot are nearly identical with the only difference being the powder coat finish. The Curt receiver has a gloss black powder coat finish while our etrailer receiver has a matte black finish which I prefer personally. I find the matte finish has a more OEM look as it matches with the trim panels that are on your Pilot. Both class III receivers have the same weight capacities of... view full answer...
The Curt hitch for the 2004 Honda Pilot, part # 13328, and the etrailer one, part # e98851, are almost the same. As you mentioned, the finish is the only difference between them.
The matte finish of the etrailer one helps to prevent scratches and corrosion, which is why it's the one I recommend.
I've linked to a video installation of the Curt since they install the same and we have the video for your 2004 Pilot. view full answer...
The Hollywood Racks Sport Rider SE2 Bike Rack w/ Cargo Carrier for 2 Bikes - 2" Hitches # HR1450Z-85 can accommodate 2 bikes with a cargo carrier, two bikes alone, or the cargo carrier alone.
The Hollywood Racks Sport Rider SE Bike Rack w/ Cargo Carrier for 4 Bikes - 2" Hitches
Item # HR1400Z-85 can accommodate 2 bikes with a cargo carrier, two bikes alone, 4 bikes alone, or the cargo carrier alone. So the 4 bikes alone option is the only difference between the two racks. view full answer...
The Yakima FullSwing 4 Bike Rack part # Y02465 and Thule Apex Swing XT 4 Bike Rack part # TH9027XT are essentially two different manufactures version of the same bike rack. I personally prefer the FullSwing a bit more as it has a higher weight capacity of 40 lbs per bike and the spacing between the bike can be adjusted. That said, if you need something a bit lighter than the Apex Swing XT is a perfect alternative at only 42 lbs. view full answer...
There is a difference between a 7-way round and and 7-way rv blade connector. If you take a look at the accompanying photo, which is from our linked article on trailer wiring you can see that the connector on the left has blade-style pins while the one on the right has round pins.
There is even an adapter, the Trailer Connector Adapter # HM47425, which is a 7-pole round to 7-way blade if you need to go from the uncommon 7-way round to more common 7-blade.
I have linked each of our available... view full answer...
The difference between the 7-way harnesses available for your 2018 Honda Pilot comes down to quality and reliability. Over the years we have found the Tekonsha brand to be far more reliable than Curt so I strongly recommend the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness for Factory Tow Package - 7-Way Trailer # 118286.
This harness also has higher maximum amperage than the Curt which means it offers you better protection against potential shorts.
To mount this use mounting bracket # HM48625.
I have... view full answer...
Since you have a tow package on your 2010 Honda Pilot, that means it is wired from the factory to accept a 7-Way trailer connector. The correct harness then would be # 118253. It comes with the necessary fuses, relays, and converter box to add the 7-Way, which is also included. I have included a link to the installation instructions for you.
If the vehicle did not come with a factory tow package that means that it is not wired from the factory for a 7-Way, but you can add a 4-Way using... view full answer...
The different types of car top cargo carriers, enclosed boxes such as the Thule Motion XT # TH629806 and metal basket carriers like their Canyon XT # TH859XT, each offer certain advantages and the better option for you may depend on the nature of your cargo items. Skis for instance clearly will do better in a cargo box, as will more delicate items that need protection from the elements.
If your 2012 Honda Pilot has factory-installed side-to-side roof rack bars the either of the above products... view full answer...
For your 2019 Honda Pilot, the Thule SquareBar Crossbars 60 inch # TH712500, Thule Rapid Traverse Roof-Rack Foot Pack # TH480R, and Fit Kit # THKIT1811 has a crossbar spread of 31.13 inch. With this kit I also recommend adding locks # TH450400.
The Rhino-Rack system consisting of the Rhino-Rack Aero Bar Crossbars # RRVA137B-2, 2500 Series Legs # RRRLKVA, and Custom Fit Kit # DK444 have a crossbar spread of 31.5 inches.
The difference is very small and won't really impact any accessory... view full answer...
Both the Derale Series 8000 Transmission Cooler # D13503 and # D13502 referenced in your question are plate-fin style coolers that differ only in their size. Both systems will work to cool your transmission fluid in the exact same manner, by allowing the fluid to spread out along finned chambers for quicker cooling.
The Derale # D13503 is slightly larger at 11 inches wide, 8-3/4 inches tall, and 7/8 inches deep, compared to the Derale # D13502, which features the same width and depth,... view full answer...
I'm happy to explain.
The 24x60 etrailer Cargo Carrier for 2" Hitches, part # e98874, and the Scratch and Dent Cargo Carrier - 24"x60" - 2" Hitch, part # e89GR, are in fact the same product.
The "Scratch and Dent" version is simply one of the etrailer Cargo Carriers with a few scratches/dents in it, allowing us to offer it at a discounted price.
I've linked to a video review of this carrier for you to look at. view full answer...
Besides the huge price difference, there will not be a lot of differences between aftermarket hitches like # 13328 and the factory or dealer option hitches. I do not know who makes the factory or dealer option Honda hitches but I can give you the specs for the Curt hitch and you can compare them to the factory hitch specs.
The Curt hitch is rated for 350 pounds tongue weight, 3,500 pounds gross trailer weight. When used with weight distribution it is rated for 500 pounds tongue weight... view full answer...
The way your 2012 Honda Pilot came equipped from the factory will determine which of the two available 4-pole wiring harnesses is correct. If your Pilot has a factory tow package you will use kit # C56170 from Curt. If it did NOT come with a factory tow package then instead you will use kit # 118558 from Tow Ready that also includes the required relays to activate the tow wiring.
The other wiring harness you referenced, part # 118265, is a 7-way type with additional circuits for 12V power... view full answer...
While that tab does provide a third anchor point, the maximum tow weight is 3500lbs and the maximum tongue weight is 350lbs. These ratings are the same for each of the three hitch options. My pick of the three would be the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2", part # 75599. It is a 2" Class III hitch like the other options but it's hitch pin center to bumper measurement, is 3 1/4" with a hitch height of 17 3/4".. The shorter distance of the center of... view full answer...
When comparing the Flex-a-lite Transmission Cooler # FLX400117 to the similar Derale Series 8000 Transmission Cooler # D13502, there are very few differences between them. Both have an aluminum construction, include all hardware needed, and are Plate-Fin style coolers. This is where the main difference is though. The Derale # D13502 will have 14 rows and the Flex-A-Lite # FLX400117 will have 17 rows.
The only other main difference between them is that Derale uses a thermal paint coating... view full answer...
The difference between the products is that T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Way Flat # 118679 is no longer manufactured. They are making way for the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness for Factory Tow Package 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # 118760 which has an upgraded circuit board.
T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness Both vehicle the harnesses fit, it allows you to quickly and easily install a 4-way trailer connector on your vehicle.The T-One connector plugs directly into OEM tow package wiring... view full answer...
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