Hitch, Wiring & Related Items for Towing Trailer with 2002 Honda CR-V
Question:
I want to tow a small trailer 1150 lbs with my 2002 Honda CRV EX. I have a shop that I trust to install the towing equipment, and I need guidance on what all I need to buy... hitch, harness, ball, receivers, plates... very confusing! I dont want to buy more than I need or spend more than is necessary, but I want to make sure I have everything I need. Thanks
asked by: Diane
Expert Reply:
Towing a small trailer, one that does not have electric brakes, requires a hitch, ball mount, hitch ball and wiring harness for the trailer lights (if it has lights). You might also want some towing mirrors like # KS3990 to give you a better view of the trailer and the motorists behind you.
The best hitch option for towing is a 2-inch Class III type. You can use the Curt hitch # 13535 along with 4-pole wiring harness # 118336. For a ball mount and hitch ball use kit # EBMK4 which includes two hitch balls, pin and clip and a ball mount all in a handy kit.
I have linked a hitch installation video and several articles that will be helpful to you.
Always check your vehicle owner's manual for any guidance or restrictions regarding towing a trailer.
Products Referenced in This Question
T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- Converter
- Custom Fit
- 4 Flat
- Tekonsha
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etrailer 2-3/4" Rise or 4" Drop Ball Mount Kit - 7,500 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Fixed Ball Mount
- 1-7/8 Inch Ball
- 2 Inch Ball
- Two Balls
- Steel Ball
- Steel Shank - Gloss Black
- Drop - 4 Inch
- Rise - 3 Inch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 6000 lbs GTW
- Class III
- Ball Mount Kit
- etrailer
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K-Source Universal Dual Lens Towing Mirrors - Clip On - Pair
- Towing Mirrors
- Clip-On Mirror
- Manual
- Pair of Mirrors
- Universal Fit
- Non-Heated
- Fits Driver and Passenger Side
- K Source
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 350 lbs TW
- 3500 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- Visible Cross Tube
- CURT
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