Expert Answers about Kia Trailer Tongue Lock

• Comparing Demco Channel Tongue Trailer Couplers # DM16080-95 & # DM15931-95
• The only difference in the Demco Channel Tongue Trailer Couplers # DM16080-95 and # DM15931-95 is going to be the bolt pattern. One will have the 5-Bolt hole pattern and the other is going to have 4-Bolt holes. I have included images below showing the measurements for each of these bolt patterns to compare with what you have on your trailer. The etrailer Surge Brake Coupler Lock # e98888 will allow you to secure the coupler while attached to your vehicle. We also have a Pin # 37201211...
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• Will Titan Zinc-Plated Brake Actuator Fit 4 Inch Tall Trailer Tongue
• You will need to measure the outside dimension of the trailer tongue you are wanting to mount the Titan Zinc-Plated Brake Actuator, part # T43397007K on to. It is designed to fit over a 3-inch wide tongue. If your tongue measures 3 inches wide then the # T43397007K will work well for you. This actuator will work with 1-7/8 inch, 2 inch or 50 mm hitch balls and has a capacity of 7,000-lbs.
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• Is the Ark Off-Road Coupler Better than The Lock N Roll Coupler?
• I like the compatibility of the Ark Articulating Off-Road Coupler item # AR44FR over the Lock N Roll Articulating Channel Tongue Trailer Coupler item # 336TS528. The Ark is compatible with any vehicle utilizing a standard 2" ball. The maximum capacity of the Ark 5,000 lbs is lower than the Lock N Roll 6,000 lbs but it still meets your weight capacity needs. Both require modification of your trailer for use. You will need the Buyers Products Black Receiver Tube item # 337RT25806B to mount...
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• Difference In Draw-Tite Class IV Hitch Compared To Lower Priced Class IV Hitch
• When comparing the Draw-Tite Ultra Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Class IV, part # 41929, to the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Class IV, part # 14361, they are similar, but the new version of the Draw-Tite # 41929 is rated higher. The Draw-Tite Class IV Hitch has a tongue weight capacity of 1,200 pounds and towing capacity of 12,000 pounds. The Curt Class IV Hitch has a tongue weight capacity of 1,000 pounds, and towing capacity of 10,000 pounds. Both part # 41929, and part # 14361 have...
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• Difference Between Yakima Replacement Shanks
• The difference between the two parts are the Yakima racks they accommodate and the parts they include. Replacement # 8890343 is designed for use with Yakima HighLite bike racks, whereas replacement # 8890340 is designed for use with Yakima DoubleDown Ace bike racks. Each comes with the shank adapter, anti-rattle knob and safety lanyard, though # 8890340 also comes with a control key, 8 mm screw, wrench and pull pin.
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• What is the Difference Between the Factory Hitch and Your Aftermarket Hitches on My 2021 Kia Seltos?
• The biggest difference between a frame mounted hitch and a factory accessory (lifestyle) hitch on your 2021 Kia Seltos is that a hitch such as the Curt Trailer Class 1 Hitch Receiver Item # C65FR provides a maximum gross tow rating of up to 2,000 pounds. It also has a tongue weight rating of 200 pounds. The tongue rating is the amount of weight or force that will be loaded downward onto the hitch. Kia states that although the accessory or lifestyle hitch has a tongue weight rating of 220...
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• Weight Of Curt And Stealth Hitches For 2020 Subaru Outback
• The weight of the hitch is not a factor in the strength of the hitch. While the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C67JR ships at 28lbs and has a tongue weight capacity up to 600lbs, the Stealth Hitches Rack Receiver # 391SUOB20 ships at 41lbs and has the same 600lb tongue weight capacity. It's important to note that these hitches will always be limited by the vehicle's own capacity so it's important to refer to the owners manual before taking on any towing activity. To round out your towing...
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• Comparing EcoHitch And Stealth Hitches Trailer Hitch Receiver For a 2019 VW Golf GTI
• You are correct that both the EcoHitch # 306-X7375 and Stealth Hitches # SH79ZR will both fit your 2019 Volkswagen Golf GTI. The EcoHitch # 306-X7375 is constructed using an alloy which is made of recycled materials and combines aluminum, steel, and stainless steel. This 2" receiver has a maximum tongue weight rating of 300lbs and maximum trailer capacity of 2,000lbs. The removable receiver tube bolts to the main body of the receiver that stays under your Golf. The Stealth Hitches #...
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• Comparison Between Class V Hitches That Are Welded Together And Hitches That Are Bolted Together
• Part # C15325 has a maximum gross trailer weight capacity of 16,000 lbs and 17,000 when using weight distribution. The tongue weight capacity is 2,400 lbs and 2,400 lbs when used with weight distribution. This hitch is designed to be used on trucks without a 10 inch step bumper. This is a Class V hitch and has a 2 inch receiver opening. Another Class V hitch that may work for you if your truck has the 10 inch step bumper is part # C15317. This has the same characteristics as the # C15325,...
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• Curt Q24 and Q25 Fifth Wheel Hitch Comparison for 2016 GMC Sierra 3500 w/ Factory Rail Kit
• The only real difference between the Curt Q24 # C16545-16025 and Q25 # C16069 Fifth Wheel Hitches are the weight capacity, as you mentioned in your question. The Curt Q24 has a 6,000 pound tongue weight capacity and 24,000 pound gross towing weight, while the Q25 has a tongue weight capacity of 6,250 pounds and gross towing weight of 25,000 pounds. Both 5th-wheel hitches are designed to work with the factory rail kit on your 2016 GMC Sierra 3500 and have the nice 2-jaw locking system that...
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• Differences in Curt Draw-Tite and EcoHitch Receivers for a 2021 Subaru Forester
• I would be happy to help you compare those three hitch receivers and make a recommendation on which one you should select for your 2021 Subaru Forester. I have attached pictures for all three that will show you what they look like after installation. I have them labeled by the item numbers. I have also attached installation videos for each one. All three are class III hitch receivers and custom fit for your 2021 Subaru Forester. They will all attach to your vehicle using bolts that go directly...
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• Differences Between Curt A30 and PowerRide 5TH Wheel Hitches For 2020 Chevy Silverado 3500 Long Bed
• The main difference between the Curt A30 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # C16070 and Curt PowerRide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # C36WR for your 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 Long Bed is the Wear Plates # C52WR. These wear plates for the PowerRide remove the need for a Lube Plate # C16722 on the pin box. The handles themselves have different designs but do operate in the same way by moving front to back to actuate the locking jaws on the hitch. Both these 5th wheel hitches are designed to fit the...
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• What is the Difference Between the Curt # C22UR and the Draw-Tite # DT55MR for My 2022 Toyota Sienna
• The first difference between the Curt Hitch - 2" # C22UR and the Draw-Tite Hitch - 2" # DT55MR for your 2022 Toyota Sienna is the offered weight capacity. While the Curt offers 500 pounds of maximum tongue weight and 3,500 pounds of maximum towing weight, the Draw-Tite offers 675 of maximum tongue weight and 4,500 pounds of maximum towing weight. Other than the offered weight capacities, the only other difference between the hitches is that the Curt hitch is manufactured in the United...
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• Comparing Curt and Flash Adjustable 20,000LB 2-Ball Mount Hitches
• The Curt Adjustable 2-Ball Mount # C45902 is manufactured overseas. If you are looking for a similar made in the USA adjustable ball mount the Flash Solid Steel HD Adjustable 2-Ball Mount # FA49-00-5625 has the same 2-1/2" receiver, 6" drop, 20,000lb rating with the 2-5/16" hitch ball and 2,000LB tongue weight rating. The Flash 2" hitch ball has 12,000lb rating versus only 10,000lbs on the Curt. The Hitch Lock and Adjustment Pin Lock Set # FA86-00-4225 will ensure that your ball mount...
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• Curt Hitch C11370 and Draw-Tite Hitch 24794 Capacity Comparison for the 2008 Nissan Sentra
• Other than the fact that they install a bit differently, and the Curt model isn't compatible with the SE-R model, both hitches are similar with the same 2000 lb towing/200 lb tongue weight capacity. If you'll be using the hitch as an attachment for a hitch mounted accessory, you'll want to use the Draw-Tite model, as Curt's warranty requirements stipulate that a # 18050 support strap needs to be used for all non-trailer loads. The Draw-Tite doesn't have that requirement. You may also...
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• Differences Between Pro Series # PS49901 and # PS49583 Weight Distribution Systems
• When you're choosing a weight distribution system, you'll want to choose the system whose effective tongue weight range most closely matches the fully loaded and ready to tow tongue weight of your trailer. The weight of any cargo carried behind the rear axle of the tow vehicle should also be considered tongue weight. Ideally, you want the fully loaded tongue weight of the trailer to be as closes as possible to the middle of the effective tongue weight range of the system you choose. If...
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• Comparing the Reese Light Duty Weight Distribution System to the Pro Series RB2 for a 2700lb trailer
• When choosing a weight distribution system, the most important factor to consider is the fully loaded and ready to tow tongue weight of your trailer plus the weight of any cargo behind the rear axle of your 2004 Honda Odyssey. Tongue weight of a trailer is typically calculated to be 10 to 15 percent of the gross trailer weight. If your Scamp trailer weighs 2,700 lbs, then the tongue weight may be around 270 lbs to 405 lbs. You must then add the weight of the cargo that you load in the back...
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• Comparing Reese Strait-Line and Curt TruTrack Weight Distribution Systems for 5,800 Pound Trailer
• The Reese dual-cam sway control is the superior sway control compared to that used in the Curt TruTrack systems. The Reese systems cams attached at the trailer will be more effective that the Curt system that gets its sway control primarily at the head. The 1,000 pound Curt system, # C17500, is actually rated for 800 to 1,000 pounds tongue weight. If the total tongue weight of the trailer is less than 800 pounds then the system would be too stiff for the trailer. The Reese Strait-Line...
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• Weight Capacity Differences in Draw-Tite and Curt Hitch Receivers for 2021 Ford Ranger
• Yes, there is a large difference in weight capacities between those hitch receivers for your 2021 Ford Ranger. I would be happy to break them down and compare them for you. The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver item # C13417 is a custom fit for Ford Rangers and will bolt directly to your vehicle without any welding. The Curt has a 30 min estimated installation time. It is a class III hitch receiver with a Maximum gross trailer weight of 6,000 lbs Maximum GTW when used with weight distribution...
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• Best Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution System for a 2016 Keystone Cougar Travel Trailer
• For your 2016 Keystone Cougar Travel Trailer, it's best to use the Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution System that's rated for 12,000 lbs gross trailer weight, part # EQ37120ET. The reason for going with a system that has a higher gross trailer weight capacity for your Travel Trailer is because of the tongue weight, which is the most important factor when choosing a weight distribution system. The dry tongue weight of your trailer is about 800 pounds. However, when that is loaded, that will...
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