Trailer Hitch and Wiring Recommendations for a 2007 Honda Ridgeline

Question:

I noticed that the hidden hitch was more prominently showing on one of the customers pictures compared to the maroon ridgeline. Are they different tow hitches? Thank you.

asked by: Pao

Expert Reply:

Hidden Hitch and Draw-Tite are from the same parent company. Hidden Hitch has actually been discontinued but the 2 are identical except for the stickers that are on them. I would go with Draw-Tite hitch # 75280 for your 2007 Honda Ridgeline since it is the brand that is going to continue on. I have linked a video showing an example installation for you.

If you plan on doing some towing I 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. For trailer wiring you can use # 118400 to add a 4-Way flat connector to the rear of the vehicle. I have linked a video showing how the wiring installs as well.

expert reply by: Michael H