Expert Answers about Mazda

• Difference between C113833 and C11383 For a 2012 Mazda Speed3
• You are correct, the only difference between the Curt Hitch # C113833 and the Curt Hitch # C11383 is that the # C113833 comes with a ball mount and the # C11383 does not. Either of these hitches would work well for you as long as you have a hatchback, if you have a sedan you would want a # C11393 or a # C113933 if you want a ball mount as well. You may also be interested in the following products to complete your towing setup also: Tow Ready Wiring Harness # 118420 (instructions and...
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• Trailer Hitch for 2010 Mazda 5 to Allow Use of Bike Rack and Cargo Carrier
• All of the 1-1/4-inch Class I trailer hitches offered for your 2010 Mazda 5 are light-duty types intended for use with compatible Class I accessories like 2-bike racks and small cargo carriers. The hitches, Draw-Tite # 24773 and Curt # C11338, share the same 200-lb tongue weight capacity and 2000-lb towing capacity. The linked article explains further about hitch classes and capacities. The only practical difference among them is that Curt requires you to use a stabilizing strap # 18050...
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• What Are the Differences Among the Available Trailer Hitches for a 2010 Mazda CX-9
• The biggest difference among the available hitches for your 2010 Mazda CX-9 is that the Curt and Valley hitches (13575 and V82592), cannot be used with a weight distribution system. The Draw-Tite (75531) can be used with a weight distribution system. In terms of how much of the hitch is visible, I know it is a little difficult to see it in the videos. But I can tell you that with all of these hitches, you will be able to see the hitch opening and at least 6 inches of tubing on either...
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• Comparing Curt Trailer Hitch Receivers for 2020 Mazda CX-5
• The installation and fit of the two Curt trailer hitches that fit your 2020 Mazda CX-5 are exactly the same; I did a side-by-side comparison of the linked installation instructions and there is no difference at all between them. So the only difference is the size of the receivers: - 2 Inch Receiver: Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C13315 - 1-1/4 Inch Receiver: Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C12170 Between these two I highly recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C13315 with the 2 inch...
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• Difference in Aerodynamics Between Class III Hitches on Mazda CX-5
• There is a small difference in size and shape between the receiver tube reinforcement plates that are part of Curt C13127 and Draw-Tite 75217 Class III hitches. The size/shape/position of these plates are determined by engineering considerations, to give the hitches their maximum strength, but not with regard to wind resistance or drag. Hitch makers do not really address wind resistance in the design of their hitches since in reality there are many other factors in play that will have...
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• Differences in Trailer Taillight Wiring Harnesses Available for 2015 Mazda 3
• The Curt # C55567, Tekonsha # 118405 and the Hopkins # HM11141824 all serve the same function, and would all install in the same manner. The Hopkins and Curt models have a very slightly larger amp capacity for the stop/turn lamp signal at 3A per circuit versus the 2.1A per circuit offered by the Tekonsha model. All three harnesses are a fit for all models of the 2015 Mazda 3. Typically, I'd recommend the model with the highest capacity, but not in this case. We've found that the Tekonsha...
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• Comparing Tow Ready # 118563 and Curt # C56011 Wiring Harnesses for 2016 Mazda CX-5
• The Tow Ready T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness # 118563 is a correct fit for your 2016 Mazda CX-5. The other harness offered, Curt # C56011, does not fit your 2016 CX-5 due to a change in connectors from the 2015 model year. Note that there are two major advantages to using the Tow Ready harness. First, this harness will isolate and protect your new vehicle's wiring from any potential shorts or overloads from the trailer because it draws power for the trailer directly from the battery, not...
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• Reommended 2-Bike Platform Rack for 2020 Mazda CX-5
• The Kuat Sherpa 2.0 # SH22G is certainly tough to beat when it comes to ease of use and design. If I were to recommend an option at a lower price point it would be the Kuat Transfer V2 # KU84FR. The Transfer V2 has a goal post design that makes it easy to get in close while loading and unloading bikes. It still has the foot lever for tilting, a locking cable, the pivoting rear cradle that self-adjusts, and ratcheting hooks to mount your bike by the wheels. It comes in 5 lbs heavier than...
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• What Is The Difference Between The Ignik Backside Heated Seat Pad GN27FR & GN34FR?
• The only difference between the Ignik Backside Heated Seat Pad with 12V Car Adapter # GN27FR and the Ignik Backside Heated Seat Pad # GN34FR is that # GN27FR also includes the 12V Car Adapter for Ignik Heated Accessories - 6' Long # GN87FR.
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• 2010 Mazda CX9 Wiring Harness Tow Ready # 118520 Versus Curt # 56016 for 2010 Mazda CX-9
• Both vehicle wiring harnesses are pretty similar, but if I had to choose between the two, I would choose the Curt # 56016. The Curt converter box has a slightly higher amperage capacity, is a bit less expensive and uses a superior method of constructing the electronic circuits in the converter box. The Curt box uses what they refer to as Surface Mount Technology, where the components are soldered directly to the circuit board, rather than through holes in the board. This typically results...
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• Comparing Thule XB16 and XG12 Pro Tire Chains for a 2014 Mazda CX-5
• If you imagine that you are on the side of the road, in the cold, wet snow, with other vehicles going by you can probably guess that you would want the chains that are going to be the easiest to install. Something that you won't have to put on, drive a little, and then get out again to adjust. If you go with the XG12 Pro chains for your 2014 Mazda CX-5, # TH01594245, you will have chains that are easier to handle and you won't have to manually adjust them. For me, that is well worth the...
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• Comparing Trailer Hitch Receiver Options for 2019 Mazda CX-5
• That's a good question because the differences can certainly be subtle. The 2" trailer hitches that fit your 2019 Mazda CX-5 are the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver # 76138, etrailer.com Trailer Hitch Receiver # e98902, and Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C13315. The most significant difference between the three hitches is going to be ground clearance, as both the Curt and etrailer hitches will measure about 13-1/4" from the ground while the Draw-Tite is about 12-1/2". And while this may...
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• Comparing Curt and Hopkins Trailer Wiring Harnesses for 2015 Mazda Miata MX-5
• There are definitely pros and cons to the two trailer wiring options you have for your 2015 Mazda MX-5. The Hopkins part # HM11141824 costs a bit more, has a more involved install, BUT once installed is the better choice as it's powered converted box allows the trailer lighting to draw it's power straight from the vehicle battery and not the taillight circuits. This gives you some peace of mind. The Curt # 56082 costs less and install a bit easier but since it draws power from the vehicle...
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• What is the Difference Between Trailer Wiring Harnesses for the 2013 Mazda CX-5
• For the 2013 Mazda CX-5 the Tow Ready wiring harness # 118563 is a powered converter that requires a direct connection to the vehicle battery to power the trailer lights. This protects the vehicle wiring and electrical components from damage. Because this unit uses a powered converter it will have a higher amperage rating (if the trailer has a lot of lights) than the Curt harness. The Curt harness # C56011 does not require a connection to the battery so it gets all of the power from the...
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• Advantages of 2-Inch Hitch Over 1-1/4-Inch Hitch for 2019 Mazda CX-5
• We almost always recommend a 2-inch hitch option over a 1-1/4-inch when there is a choice. This is for 2 reasons: the higher weight capacity of the larger size and its broader compatibility with the available range of hitch-mount accessories, more of which are made to fit 2-inches hitches than 1-1/4-inch hitches. In terms of stability in the hitch your Thule Helium Pro 2 rack # TH9042PRO may be very slightly more stable when used in a 1-1/4-inch hitch like Curt Class II # C12170 that does...
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• Comparing Hidden Hitch and Draw-Tite Trailer Hitches for the 2013 Mazda 3 Hatchback with LED Lights
• Your assumptions regarding the Hidden Hitch trailer hitch 60259 (discontinued) and the Draw-Tite trailer hitch # 24843 are correct. They even share the same instructions which I have linked for you. The recommended ball mount for this hitch is # 3594 and you can use 1-7/8 inch ball # 19256 or 2 inch ball # 19258. We separate out models with and without LED tail lights for this vehicle because there are different trailer wiring harnesses for each. The fit guides for hitches and wiring...
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• Comparison Between Hidden Hitch and Draw-Tite Class I Hitches Available for 2010 Mazda 3 Hatchback
• The only difference between the Hidden Hitch # 60259 (no longer available) and the Draw-Tite # 24843 Class I hitch is the fact that the Hidden Hitch model includes the drawbar and the pin and clip used to secure the drawbar into the receiver. Hidden Hitch and Draw-Tite are owned by the same parent company, Cequent Performance Products. The hitches are identical except for brand name sticker affixed to them. If you might be towing with the hitch, the Hidden Hitch model would be the way...
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• Comparing Yakima Baseline and Skyline Towers on 2015 Mazda CX-5
• When comparing the height of each option, the lowest Yakima Roof Rack for your vehicle consists of the Yakima RoundBar SL Adapter # Y03536 to utilize your previous Yakima round bars, the BaseLine Towers # Y28TR, the BaseClip Fit Kit # Y06130 and # Y06132. Overall this system will be about an inch shorter than the Skyline tower and base option.
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• Comparison of Available Hitches and Towing Accessories for 2016 Mazda CX-5
• The available Draw-Tite Class III, part # 76138 has a slightly higher capacity than the Curt Class III, part # C13315. The Draw-Tite is a bit less expensive, but the Curt model is very slightly easier to install. For a plug and play trailer wiring harness, use part # 118563 which is compatible regardless of whether or not your vehicle is equipped with LED taillights. For a ball mount, use part # 2753, and for a trailer ball, use # 19260 for a 1-7/8 inch ball or # 63845 for a 2 inch. If...
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• Thule Camber vs Thule Hitching Post Pro
• Both of these Thule racks will do an excellent job of safely and economically hauling four bikes (assuming you aren't using a Class I hitch, which has a manufacturer recommended limit of hauling two bikes at a time). The Camber # TH9056 is lighter than the Hitching Post Pro # TH934XTR , and therefore its tilting feature is a little easier to use than the Hitching Post Pro. The spacing of the cradles is larger at 7" apart, which makes it easier to load, and decreases the likelihood that...
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