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  • Best Brake Controller for a 2021 Kia Telluride
  • The best brake controller option for a 2021 Kia Telluride would be a wireless one, the Curt Echo Mobile Brake Controller part # C51180. The Curt Echo gets setup with your phone and then works automatically with the brake pedal in the vehicle. If needed, there is a manual override button in the app as well. This option (wireless) will be the only one for a Kia Telluride that does not require splicing. It will just simply plug into the rear trailer connector and you're done.
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  • Recommended Weight Distribution Hitch For 2016 Kia Sedona Towing KZ RV 180 BT Weighing 3500lbs
  • I would be happy to help! Since your trailer KZ RV 180 RBT has a dry(unloaded weight) of 3290lbs and your 2016 Kia Sedona has a max towing capacity of 3500lbs we can pretty easily figure out which system will be the best for you, though there is not much you will be able to add carry in the trailer due to the capacity of your trailer. Tongue weight is typically 10-15% of the trailer weight so since your trailer cannot exceed 3500lbs due to the towing capacity of your vehicle your tongue...
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  • Brake Controller Recommendation For 2022 Kia Telluride
  • The brake controller I highly recommend for your 2022 Kia Telluride is a wireless option from Curt: - Curt Echo Wireless Trailer Brake Controller # C51180 The Echo is the best option because it is by far the easiest brake controller on the market to use while also providing smooth, effective braking for your camper. The reason the Echo is so simple is because it is controlled with an app on your smartphone, a device that you're already comfortable using so there is not going to be any...
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  • Trailer Hitch, Wiring Harness and Utility Trailer for 2013 Kia Soul
  • I took a look at the owner's manual for a 2013 Kia Soul and it states that in order to find out the vehicle's weight capacity you'll need to find the placard on the driver's side door jamb that will tell you what the combined weight of the occupants and cargo can be. The only trailer hitches available for a 2013 Kia Soul are Class I that have a 200 lb tongue weight capacity and 2,000 lb towing capacity such as the Draw-Tite # 24839, which is our most popular option for your vehicle. The...
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  • Best Trailer Hitch Receiver and 4-Way Wiring For a 2022 Kia Sorento
  • I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C34ER as being the best receiver available for your 2022 Kia Sorento. This receiver has concealed cross tube which gives it a cleaner look on the back of your Sorento. The class III, 2" receiver will allow for you to use a wider range of accessories and ball mounts depending on what you plan to use the receiver for. The maximum tongue weight rating is 600lbs with a maximum trailer rating of 4,000lbs. Be sure to not exceed any ratings given by...
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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch for 2021 Kia Forte
  • There sure is! You'd want to use the Draw-Tite # DT83MR, as the # 24903 you'd looked at fits the previous generation vehicle and wouldn't fit your 2021 Forte. This being said, instead of the Draw-Tite # DT83MR which would be fully visible once installed, I'd recommend the partially concealed Curt # C55HR instead. Once installed, the crossbar of the Curt # C55HR would be concealed behind the vehicle's rear bumper fascia with only the receiver tube and the safety chain hoops being visible,...
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  • Can Hollywood Racks Bike Rack # HR1400 be Installed Initially as 2 Bike Rack
  • Yes, you can use the Hollywood Racks Sport Rider part # HR1400Z as just a 2 bike rack and then later expand it to a 4 bike rack if you wanted to. I attached a picture that shows the rack split apart for you to check out as well.
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  • Parts Needed To Install A Thule Roof Rack On A 2015 Kia Sorento With Raised Rails For Hauling Kayaks
  • You need a foot kit if you just bought the bars # TH711400. You need the Evo Raised Rail Feet # TH710401 too! It's an easy install, I've included a video to show you how! When it comes to hauling a Kayak, I'll always recommend our etrailer J-Style Kayak Carrier - Folding - Universal Mount # e98878 because it will fit a wide range of bars any bar less than 3-1/8" wide x 1-1/2" tall. Also, our carries adjusts to fit your kayak just the way you want it. It is easy to install band take off...
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  • Parts Needed to Install a 7-Way Trailer Wiring Harness on 2016 Kia Sorento
  • To install a 7-way on your 2016 Kia Sorento first requires a 4-way. Since you do not have a the factory hitch it is very likely you do not have the tow package. The good news is that the harness for the vehicles without the tow package like # 118583 fit even if the vehicle has the tow package so it is a safe bet plus it's pretty easy to install. From there you would need to convert the 4-way to a 7-way so that you can install the brake controller. For that you will want the Brake Controller...
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  • Carrying a Carbon Frame Bike on a 2014 Kia Soul
  • The Thule OutWay platform style trunk mount bike rack # TH65JV is listed as a fit for your 2014 Kia Soul. If you are carrying just one bike with a carbon frame the weight on the vehicle should not be excessive and it will safely carry the bike. With this bike rack it is possible for it to deform a rear bumper if the load is too heavy. Basically if you are carrying 2 regular steel frame bikes it would likely deform the bumper on the vehicle. If you have any doubts about the OutWay I recommend...
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  • Best Trunk Mount Bike Rack to Carry 2 Women's Bikes on a 2016 Kia Sportage
  • I recommend the Hollywood Racks Over-the-Top # HRF2. It's designed specifically for vehicles that have a rear hatch or spoiler. I've linked a video of it being installed so you can get an idea how it works. In addition to the rack you may also need a bike frame adapter bar. Since women's bikes don't have the straight horizontal tube like a men's bike does they often won't level or ride as well on a hanging bike rack. To solve this you can use an adapter bar like the Kuat Ubar # UB01...
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  • How Does Redarc Brake Controller Install on 2021 Kia Telluride
  • Your 2021 Kia Telluride does not have factory brake controller install wiring so there isn't a plug and play harness option but we did have chance to install the Redarc Tow Pro Liberty part # RED24FR with the universal install harness # RED69FR on a 2021 Kia Telluride using the universal brake controller install kit # ETBC7 which you can see in the attached install video. This won't be as simple and easy as a plug and play option but it will walk you through the entire process and eliminate...
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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch Receiver for 2016 Kia Forte5 EX Hatchback for Bike Rack
  • For your 2016 Kia Forte5 hatchback we have a trailer hitch that is a confirmed fit. I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4" # C11395 which is a fit for 2014-2017 model years of the Forte5 hatchback. This hitch is only rated for Class I compatible bike racks and it requires stabilization strap # 18050 for that application. Unfortunately, I can't find the hitch number you gave to let you know what that hitch fits. If you do not already have a bike rack...
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  • Recommended Trailer Wiring Harness for 2019 Kia Sorento with Tow Package
  • For your brand new 2019 Kia Sorento I recommend the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness # C56332. This particular harness features the highest amp rating available for your vehicle and it offers a more secure connection for the converter box that will keep in place over time. Tekonsha is very well known for making durable and reliable trailer wiring products. The custom harness will install on your 2019 Sorento by simply plugging into a factory port located along the frame rail...
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  • Trailer Wiring 4-Way Kit for 2012 Kia Sorento without Tow Package
  • Since your 2012 Kia Sorento didn't come with a factory hitch it's a safe assumption you don't have the factory tow package for picking out trailer wiring. If you have an EX or LX model you'd want the part # C56328 or if you have an SX model you'd want the part # C59236.
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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch Fit for 2020 Kia Sorento SX
  • The Class II Draw-Tite # DT66MR is compatible with all models of the 2020 Kia Sorento, including your SX model. I'd recommend going with a Class III hitch which uses the more common 2 inch receiver size which has a higher capacity and is also compatible with many more hitch mounted accessories. Typically, there's isn't much of a price differential between a Class II and III hitch, so there's really no reason not to go with the more common size. I'd recommend the Curt Class III hitch,...
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  • Recommended Bike Rack For Electra Townie Go! 8i Bike
  • There is one bike rack I really like for that will work great for your Electra Townie Go! 8i bike, which is from Saris: - Saris Freedom Bike Rack # SA4412B The Freedom has a 60 lb per-bike capacity, which can handle your Townie, and has cradles that you can position at different spots that allow it to grasp your Townie's step-through frame. It also weighs just 22-1/2 lbs so it is extremely lightweight, making it much easier to handle than any other bike rack capable of carrying your Townie....
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  • Recommended Tow Dolly for 2022 Kia Niro PHEV
  • From what I found in the owner's manual, on FWD vehicles, it is acceptable to tow the vehicle with the rear wheels on the ground (without dollies) and the front wheels off the ground. For a tow dolly for your 2022 Kia Niro I recommend the Demco Kar Kaddy X Tow Dolly w/ Disc Brakes - Tilt Bed Frame - 4,800 lbs - Wide Tread # DM9713093. This dolly will accommodate the weight and width of your vehicle. It comes with hydraulic disc brakes and a full LED DOT lighting package. The only additional...
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  • Windshield Cover for 2020 Kia Telluride for Snow and Ice
  • The etrailer Snoblock Snow and Ice Windsheild Cover part # 288-06603 was designed for SUV sized windshields like your 2020 Kia Telluride so it would work great for you. It measures 70 inch by 39 inch.
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  • Does Malone Air Flow 2 Roof Rack MPG215 Fit 2021 Kia Seltos with Raised Roof Rails
  • For your 2021 Kia Seltos with raised rails the Malone Air Flow 2 part # MPG215 is a confirmed fit and would work well. The Malone roof rack kits are really a great value. They are a fraction of the price as other similar quality racks and they work great.
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