Trailer Hitch and Weight Distribution System Recommendation for 2013 Ford Explorer
Question:
I have a 2013 Ford Explorer 3.5 v6 not ecoboost, WITHOUT factory tow package. I need recommendations on which hitch receiver and equalizer hitch to get for towing a 4,700lb boat trailer. Any help is greatly appreciated.
asked by: Eric
Expert Reply:
For a hitch for your 2013 Ford Explorer the Draw Tite Hitch part # 76034 is a confirmed fit that would work well. For a weight distribution system that works great with the capacities of this hitch the Strait Line kit part # RP66083 would be a great choice as it has a tongue weight range of 400-800 lbs and features only sway control that works to fight sway before it starts.
For a 2 inch ball you would want part # A-90 and for a 2-5/16 inch ball # 19286.
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2-5/16" Hitch Ball - 1-1/4" Diameter x 2-3/4" Long Shank - Chrome - 12,000 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 2-5/16 Inch Diameter Ball
- 2-3/4 Inch Shank Length
- 1-1/4 Inch Diameter Shank
- 12000 lbs GTW
- Class IV
- Class V
- Draw-Tite
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2" Hitch Ball - 1-1/4" Diameter x 2-5/8" Long Shank - Chrome - 10,000
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 2 Inch Diameter Ball
- 2-5/8 Inch Shank Length
- 1-1/4 Inch Diameter Shank
- 10000 lbs GTW
- Class IV
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Strait-Line Weight Distribution System w/ Sway Control - Trunnion Bar - 8,000 lbs GTW, 800 lbs TW
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- WD With Sway Control
- Some Sway
- Includes Shank
- Electric Brake Compatible
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Allows Backing Up
- 500 lbs
- 600 lbs
- 700 lbs
- Reese
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Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
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- Class III
- 675 lbs TW
- 4500 lbs GTW
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- 500 lbs WD TW
- Visible Cross Tube
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