Why Can't Trailer Hitches for 2013 Mercedes GLK Class be Used with Weight Distribution
Question:
Hi guys, I would like to know why I can,t put a hidden hitch weight dirstribution bars on this hitch? It looks like such a solid hitch, why not help with weight distribution bars? Thanks
asked by: Jeremy C
Expert Reply:
Usually when a Class III hitch or higher is not rated for weight distribution it is because the vehicle prohibits it. But I checked the owner's manual online for the 2013 Mercedes GLK and did not see anything about it. the bottom line is trailer hitch # 75774 was not designed, tested, or rated for use with weight distribution so you would not want to use it. I have linked a video showing an example installation of this hitch for you.
I also recommend etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts; one with a 3/4 inch rise or 2 inch drop and one with a 2-3/4 inch rise or 4 inch drop. It also includes a 1-7/8 inch ball, 2 inch ball, hitch pin with clip, and a storage bag.
If the ball mount kit does not have the right rise or drop to tow the trailer level, use the link I have included that explains how to measure to choose a ball mount to tow the trailer level.
And for trailer wiring I recommend ZCI harness # 119250KIT. Instead of having to splice in the wires this particular harness has little clamps that just clamp around the vehicle tail light wires.
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ZCI Circuit Protected Vehicle Wiring Harness w/ 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector and Installation Kit
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
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etrailer Ball Mount Kit for 2" Hitches - 7,500 lbs
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- Fixed Ball Mount
- 1-7/8 Inch Ball
- 2 Inch Ball
- Two Balls
- Steel Ball
- Steel Shank - Gloss Black
- Drop - 2 Inch
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- 7500 lbs GTW
- Class III
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Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 600 lbs TW
- 4000 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- Visible Cross Tube
- Draw-Tite
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