Product Specs:
Trailer Hitch
Custom Fit Hitch
Class III
Concealed Cross Tube
2 Inch Hitch
525 lbs TW
3500 lbs GTW
Draw-Tite
Fully welded vehicle trailer hitch is strong and durable. Draw-Tite's Tested Tough guarantee ensures that this hitch exceeds industry standards. The combination of an e-coat base and a powder coat finish provides excellent rust protection
Video of Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
Average Customer Rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars (332 Customer Reviews)
Fully welded vehicle trailer hitch is strong and durable. Draw-Tite's Tested Tough guarantee ensures that this hitch exceeds industry standards. The combination of an e-coat base and a powder coat finish provides excellent rust protection
Its been a year since installing the Hitch Receiver. Granted it nearly never rains here in Arizona but i use the hitch everyday and drive a dirt road so I end u reunning the truck through the car wash at least 4 x a week. The hitch stil looks and performs axactly the same as the day I installed it. Although its not recommended I managed to install mine by myself, with no lifs or jacks. It was a bit awkward but I had it installed in about 30 mins on my 2016 Jeep Patriot.
I attached it to a 2007 Jeep Compass and used a 2" ball hitch to pull a canoe trailer and canoe. No problems whatsoever as the both the tow weight and hitch/ball weight were well within limits. This trailer hitch receiver also allows me to tow light loads such as firewood; I'll also use it to transport my daughter's storage unit boxes from college. The boxes will probably weigh more than the firewood. Kudos.
It arrived in great condition and installed exactly as the video showed. No surprises!
This hitch wasn't quite as easy to install as in the video without the car up on a rack. The video was helpful. The hitch requires some jockeying around to get both bolts to go in. I used a couple of jacks to make it happen. The brackets were a little narrow for my 2014 Jeep Compass so I used a few 1/8 inch washers on one side to avoid stressing the welds too much on tightening. In the end the install came out good and the hitch seems solid.
Ddriskell
11/29/2019
Ive been using the hitch to attach a bike carrier. It has worked great for that and seems very strong.
This for my 08 Jeep Patriot. Ordered on a Saturday, had the hitch by Thursday. And about 20 minutes after opening the package it was on my Jeep. Couldn't be easier to install, and i was able to do it all by myself. I bought this for my Thule bike rack, and it works perfectly.
Sven A.
6/9/2014
A year later and the product is every bit as good when it was brand new. Ive probably told a half dozen people about the site and how easy it was to install. Found my Thule bike rack on Craigslist, and the savings paid for the hitch.
Hitch & Light Kit
Timely shipping.
Products as ordered.
No parts missing.
Installed without a problem,
Lite kit was initially problematic but
not unrealistic install.
Used bumper as feet for compressor, cost 75% less than Sears.
Good deal overall.
C I.
8/17/2018
No problems or changes. Have used it on a regular basis without incident. No problems with lite adapter syustem.
The hitch arrived well packaged and had all the necessary hardware. Installation was quick and easy. We tow a small utility trailer on a regular basis and have had no problems.
This is a good hitch. Not sure about other applications but for the Jeep Patriot, it is designed to be used along with the rear toe hook. If you are not installing the rear toe hook or don’t have one, a 3/16” thick shim on the driver side should be used to make up the difference. I used 5/8” washers. Also, if you have existing factory trailer wiring, the hitch interferes with the through wiring from the top. This is because this hitch sits about an inch higher than other hitches. The rear lower bumper cover will need to be trimmed to accommodate the receiver portion of the hitch. This is not a surprise as it is stated as such on the website. Overall the hitch is well constructed. The box the hitch came in was pretty beat up upon arrival. Some how all hardware stay inside. I would recommend but there is a bit more to installing this one.
The one sheet install directions were wanting . The hitch fit well once we figured out to get it up. On the driver's side the Patriot has a plastic box that makes it hard to set the hitch. We found the bumper needed to be cut before the hitch could get in back of this box (some type of converter). We set the forward bolt on the right side of the hitch. This allowed us the line up the receiver on the bumper and we scribbed a mark on both sides. We cut the slot out with a soldering iron (pictured) and later a multi tool. After the slot was in we could tilt the hitch up which allowed us get the driver's side behind the plastic box. Again setting the forward bolt first. Then it was just a matter getting the rear bolts lined up. (A better description on marking the slot would have helped.) We continued to trim the slot with the multi tool until we could line up the bolts with the hitch.
We did drop the muffer which was easy enough. It's odd the Jeep would have holes to receive a hitch and not have socket the wiring to plug in the wiring for the trailer. The wiring took as long as the hitch. (No fault of E-Trailer)
The hitch arrived in a nice box that has hand holes in it for easy handling. The hitch could use some sort of dense foam padding inside the box, especially on the flange tabs that attach to the car frame, as the shipper was less than careful and those we're sticking out of the box. The bag containing the parts was ripped and there were 2 loose washers floating around in the box (luckily they didn't fall out of the holes). The instructions were easy enough to follow, although there need to be some corrections/additions made to them. First is the depth dimension for the cutout in the rear fascia, as it wasn't even close, instead of 2" it turned out to be 4 1/2" up from the bottom. Second would be the addition of the socket/wrench size needed to tighten down the nuts and bolts, as the only place I saw that was in the reference video and you had to be watching closely because they don't mention the size in the video. I only bring this up because a lot of socket sets don't have a 7/8" socket or wrench (like mine) and you will have to make a trip to buy one (like me). It is very helpful to have someone help you get the hitch into position to finish the installation. Overall the hitch is a good bargain, well made and very sturdy, I would definitely recommend it.
I finally got around to installing a hitch on my 2010 Patriot. I opted for the Draw-Tite hitch from etrailer.com because 1) it was half the price of a Mopar hitch, 2) it received excellent reviews, and 3) etrailer has wonderful videos walking you through the installation.
The hitch was delivered in no time, and was mounted the following day.
Installation was fairly straightforward with no surprises. If you have a 2010 Patriot, the video showing installation on the ’09 is what you want; the process is the same. It would have been easier with another pair of hands, but I was able to do everything alone. A lift would certainly have helped, but isn't necessary. I didn't need to lower the muffler, and the 2010 Patriot doesn't require the fascia to be trimmed.
One last thing: after ordering, I did see the same hitch advertised elsewhere for a few bucks less. Etrailer's Lowest Price Pledge was honored, and I received credit for 110% of the difference in price, just like they said they would. I would definitely deal with this company in the future.
The hitch came well packaged, and on time. Shipping was faster than the same product from that big box website named after the river! I watched the video from etrailer.com and it helped immensely. I had to trim the heat shield a bit that wasn't in the video but it took about 30sec with a pair of tin snips. Everything else was just like the video explained. Total installation time was about 2hrs. I really appreciate the way the hitch sits so that it doesn't lessen ground clearance, which was a concern for me. Emails from etrailer.com were Johnny on the spot. I'll definitely be doing business with them and recommending them to friends.
Went on like a dream. Fit and pulls perfect. Make sure you watch the video fully before pulling it on. After the second view I felt fully comfortable cutting the bumper. Measure twice, go slow, undercut and take more to fit.
An easy install if you follow the video instructions. Hitch fit perfectly. Only minor issues encountered:
1. Did not have the benefit of a car lift for installation. Just performed it while laying underneath the car on the driveway.
2. Tightening the bolts was a challenge because of the long length of the torque wrench and laying on the driveway.
Not bad for a rare DIYer. Check out the result. Took about 30 minutes.
Looks great. Only see the hitch. Great email notifications and tracking!!! Watch the video for the product. Lowering the exhaust wasn't as easy as they made it seem for me. Still with helping hands got it in pretty easy.
Easy to install. Only two tools used: 22mm socket wrench and an adjustable wrench. I installed the hitch on my 2010 Jeep Patriot in about 15 minutes with no lift or jack and without lowering my exhaust. Bolts lined up and fit perfectly. Didn’t have to cut any part of my bumper.
E trailer shipping, packaging and instructions were dead on. The online video just to keep me sane was a help also. Took awhile longer than the 30 minute estimate, but this was mostly due to my own caution.
The hitch bolted up perfectly and I'm more than satisfied with the results.
Over all fast secure service my mechanic will let me know product value.
So far so good
Installation was easy.
David
5/10/2021
Holding up great. No complaints
I had a good experience with putting on the hitch myself. Steps are easy to follow and understand.. haven't put it to use yet but it fits my car great and it makes it look way better.
I imagine this isn't on etrailer, but the packaging was quite ripped up. Nothing gone from the box however. Overall awesome shopping experience
Just purchase this product with their payment plan which is great! And installation was less than an hour. The package includes all instructions.
I have no complaints about this product. Overall it was exactly what I needed. As for the installation of it, just take your time as I did and don't overwhelm yourself, it was easy to do with just myself and basic tools. One suggestion I would have is to ship a very clearly visible video link for people to use in case the included directions are not clear enough for them.
So far so good. The install took about an hour without having access to a lift. The hitch seems very sturdy. I'll find out soon enough. The price is great. Saved me about $140.00 by purchasing and doing the install myself.
Fast shipping and the hitch is very nice and durable.Although it came with it sticking out through the box and paint chipped off of it. I understand it’s not your fault. UPS delivered it.
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Product Specs:
Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
Trailer Hitch Wiring
Powered Converter
Custom Fit
4 Flat
Tekonsha
Quickly and easily install a 4-way trailer connector on your vehicle with this custom wiring harness. T-One connector plugs directly into existing wiring. Powered ModuLite reduces strain on wiring system.
Video of T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
Average Customer Rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars (454 Customer Reviews)
Quickly and easily install a 4-way trailer connector on your vehicle with this custom wiring harness. T-One connector plugs directly into existing wiring. Powered ModuLite reduces strain on wiring system.Installation was quite simple. Saved many $$$ doing it myself.
Donald
12/14/2023
Works great. The installation was easy, the instructions were excellent and easy to follow.
Fast shipping. The youtube videos are also a huge help.
Great product, the connectors make it easy to set up your trailer lighting configuration. The video is helpful as well. I will say this, though - avoid the part about running the wire all the way to your battery if at all possible. This is totally unnecessary (and a lot more work) if you have a lead wire available inside the rear of your left taillight like I discovered through other sources of information in my install process. Just connected the black wire provided (without the extension cord) to this lead wire behind the taillight and I was good to go. Saved me a lot of hassle trying to string a wire throughout my entire vehicle and into the area under the hood.
Easily installed. Actually my wife and her friend installed the hitch and wiring. I installed the adapter wiring and attached to the hitch. Seems like a great product.
Waited almost a month..harness is good
Wow, starting with my order on Tuesday I had excellent customer service, then a short 2 days (really?) later I recieved my Rola cargo carrier and light kit. Your videos make it easy to assemble and install. Prices are cheaper than anywhere on the net. Attached are some pics but it is snowing buckets in South Dakota right now, glad when we get to sunny Orlando, thanks etrailer!!!
Just finished the install of this unit on my 2014 patriot and it couldn’t have been easier. I’ve used other models in the past on another patriot that involved wire splices and poor instructions and installation took forever. Not the case this time. The installation video specific to my vehicle provided on etrailer’s website was dead on and incredibly helpful. Overall great experience both with the product and company.
Just got done installing my hitch and wiring very easy looks great I sent along a picture to show how nice it looks!
Thanks etrailer
Around a year ago my grandson and I installed this wiring harness on his Jeep Cherokee. It was pretty easy to install, and is still working great. I would recommend this product.
We got the trailer hitch on time
This product is amazing! I have a 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan. Install was a breeze, and the installation videos are tremendously helpful. I’m looking forward to seeing what else I can get.
Received the product in perfect shape, very easy installation with the video. I'm very satisfied with this product and definitely recommend it to anybody.
You folks are a great company keep up the great work!
Exactly what I needed. The longest part of the install was running the wire to the battery. I ran it with the brake lines and zip tied it to them with the supplied zip ties.
There probably isn't anything wrong with the harness, but couldn't install it because it wasn't the right model.
etrailer recommended this harness for me 2012 Town & Country, but when I got around to installing it, I found that it was for a 2010 model and wouldn't work on my 2012 model. I was passed the 60 days to return, they refused to let me exchange it for the proper one. I felt that since it was the harness they recommended that they should make it right, but etrailer chose not to do the right thing. So I sit with a harness that is useless to me. I wouldn't buy anything from etrailer ever again....I don't trust them anymore!!
Brooke M.
9/30/2022
Thank you for bringing this to our attention. I have sent your information to our customer service team and they will be in touch with you about this.
Easy instillation videos from etrailer were a great help I recommend etrailer for anything trailer related
Awesome wireing kit ,easy to install
Simple, quick and straight forward installation.
I installed this on a 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT. Product was easy to install. I followed the directions that came with the kit and watched the install video. I ran the power wire to the battery under the van along the brake line and used zip ties to hold it in place. I traded the van in since then, but it worked up until the day I traded it in. We bought a 2016 this past February and I order the same kit (updated for 2016 as it is not the same as the old kit. Different connectors to the tail lights.), but this time routed the battery wire inside the van through the space for the jack and ran it under the carpet and out of the firewall through the same place the cable for the brake pedal comes in. way easier than crawling under the van.
Joe
5/23/2017
One year later and it still works like a champ. Next time I need a harness I will be buying my 3rd one from etrailer.
Works great, install was clearly defined, hardest part was weaving the feed line up to the engine compartment and keeping it away from the exhaust, a little tough doing it with jack stands on an inclined driveway.
Very pleased with this product! Received it in just a few days, good directions and easy to install. I could have installed it in about an hour and a half but it took me three hours. That's because I ran the green wire to the right side of the car on the inside of the car on the inside of the car under the carpet and trim and the the same with the power wire to the battery and out through the firewall rather than under the car as suggested for better protection, so it took longer.i did run the trailer plug under the car as suggested but I put it in wire loom to protect the wire from chafing and the elements. It took longer to install that way but should provide many years of service especially here in New England with all the salt and snow that deteriate wires in a short amount of time. Thank you E-Trailer!!
Brian L.
8/22/2018
This product is still working great for me, have had absolutely no problems, I believe largely due to the fact that I took the extra time to install the wires on the inside of the car as well as using wire loom to help protect it from the elements. Would do it again in a heartbeat! Thank you etrailer from a satisfied customer!
I remember what was involved in this job before these harnesses. This is a wonderful solution. Very easy to follow instructions make for an easy professional installation. A little patience when running the power wire goes a long way. The factory connections ensure reliable, maintenance free operation. I like the loop on the flat 4 connector that secures to the safety chain loop to secure the connector when not in/not in use. The only shortfall is that there aren't enough zip ties included to properly secure the power wire when routing it to the battery. I would recommend this product if you want a one-and-done trailer lighting solution.
Zeb
6/8/2020
After using these harnesses on two vehicles for over a year on one, and two years on the other, both in a northern climate Ive experienced no issues what-so-ever. Im very satisfied.
The harness I bought was incredibly easy to install. I’m not using it until 3/28 (today is 3/16) so I can’t speak to how it works yet. I may stop by the rental trailer place just to check it out. There were two small issues. The directions called for a wire to be ran from the battery to a red wire on the black box. It’s a black wire on the box. There is no red wire. The other issue was the zip ties could’ve been 3” longer. I had to use 2 together because the only thing to tie to was my hitch. I called etrailer about the wire issue and the lady was very friendly and helpful. I’d definitely buy it again.
Ronald
3/16/2019
Perfect
The install of this wiring harness was very easy. It came with all necessary parts, well except terminal crimpers and wire strippers, but I had those already. I ended up running the power wire from the battery along the brake lines to the rear of the van.
I was a little surprised that the wiring module is mounted on the exterior underneath the vehicle, but given Chrysler's design, I don't really see a better option. So far it has given me no problems. It's nice to have a second tow vehicle.
Brian C.
6/27/2017
The harness still works great, no issues so far.
lights are still working well, i remember the directions being a little fuzzy on which side is which and i ended up putting them on wrong sides, BUT i cut the end off and wired it into a six round with a four/five flat plug, so all i had to do was reverse when i spliced and it turned out fine! Less satisfied with the mounting bracket provided with my six round four/five flat plug, cheap and easily bent. Also the four flat corroded nice and fast with the salt up here in northern WI (even with the cover) as well as the springs for the cover for the six round.
Dan A.
6/20/2020
with application of wd 40 the corrosion has been held in check and the lights are all still working, the mounting bracket has held up, too
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Ronald
12/18/2023
Update, 2 years in and nothing has changed. Hitch still looks and performs as it did the day it was installed. ZERO chips and no sign of rust. Great product!