Will Draw-Tite Class I 1-1/4 Hitch # 24692 Fit 2000 Ford Focus Hatchback
Question:
need a hitch for a hatch back ford focus 2000. this looked like it was for a sedan. will it work for the hatch back.
asked by: Kent D
Expert Reply:
The item you selected, Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4, part # 24692, will fit your 2000 Ford Focus ZX3 hatchback. Part # 24692 will also fit the Ford Focus sedan model. If you have the Wagon model, you will need Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver, part # 24682.
If you are going to be towing, you will need wiring, draw bar, hitch ball, pin and clip to complete your towing setup.
For wiring, I would recommend 4-Pole Hardwire Kit Including Circuit Tester, part # 18252. You will need to use the included circuit tester to test wire functions on your vehicle and use included quick splice connectors to connect the wires. I have linked a video on circuit testing on a vehicle. Part # 18252 will give you a 4-way connector at the rear of your vehicle. If you have the wagon model, you will need T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness, part # 118344.
For a draw bar, you will need Sportframe Drawbar, part # 3593, which can be used as a 2-1/8 inch rise or 2-3/4 inch drop. You will need to measure to see how much of a rise or drop you will need (see ball mount FAQ).
For a hitch ball, depending on what size coupler your trailer uses, you will need 1-7/8 Inch Hitch Ball, part # 19256, 2 Inch Hitch Ball, part # 19258.
Last, you will need Pin and Clip For Class I and II Trailer Hitch, part # PC2. If you would prefer a locking hitch pin, we have Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock, part # e98879.
I have linked instructions for the Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver, part # 24692. There is also a video review on circuit testing and an FAQ on ball mounts that you may find as a good reference.
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4-Way Flat Trailer Connector w/ 72" Harness, Circuit Tester and Wire Taps
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- Trailer Hitch Wiring
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1-7/8" Hitch Ball - 3/4" Diameter x 1-9/16" Long Shank - Chrome - 2,000 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 1-7/8 Inch Diameter Ball
- 1-9/16 Inch Shank Length
- 3/4 Inch Diameter Shank
- 2000 lbs GTW
- Class I
- Class II
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2" Hitch Ball - 3/4" Diameter x 1-9/16" Long Shank - Chrome - 3,500 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 2 Inch Diameter Ball
- 1-9/16 Inch Shank Length
- 3/4 Inch Diameter Shank
- 3500 lbs GTW
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- Class II
- Draw-Tite
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Draw-Tite Drawbar for 1-1/4" Hitch - 2-1/8" Rise, 2-3/4" Drop - 6-5/8" Long - 2K
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Fixed Ball Mount
- No Ball
- 3/4 Inch Ball Hole Diameter
- Steel Shank - Gloss Black
- Drop - 3 Inch
- Rise - 2 Inch
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- 2000 lbs GTW
- Class I
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- Standard Pin Lock
- Keyed Alike
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Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class I
- 200 lbs TW
- 2000 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Visible Cross Tube
- Draw-Tite
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