Lowering Exhaust to Install Hitch on 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander
Question:
to install must the exhaust be ped ??? do you have a model that would not require ping th e exhaust ???
asked by: Patrick A
Expert Reply:
All three of the hitches offered for your 2008 Outlander would require that the exhaust be lowered to provide access to the attachment points in the frame. Our installers routinely use a ratchet strap to provide support to the exhaust once it is removed from the exhaust hangers. The purpose of the strap is to control the descent of the exhaust so it does not fall too rapidly and damage something. The exhaust hangers are very easy to remove, simply spray the metal hanger that passes through them with WD40 or some other spray lubricant. In a pinch, you can use some liquid dish washing detergent and water. The hangers will easily pry off the mounting studs.
Of the three hitches offered for your Outlander, all are very similar and would install in the same manner using the same attachment points. The Curt Class III, part # 13581 is the least expensive, and would work great for you.
You might also need the following items:
Trailer Wiring Harness with 4-pole Connector, part # 118518
Ball Mount, part # AMSC2
1-7/8 Inch Trailer Ball, part # 19260
2 Inch Trailer Ball, part # 19247
I will provide links to the install instructions of the Curt, Draw-Tite and Hidden Hitch Receivers available for your Outlander. I will also link you to an install video showing the Hidden Hitch model being installed on a 2007 Outlander. The install procedure for the Curt will be identical to that shown in the video.
Products Referenced in This Question
T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- Powered Converter
- Custom Fit
- 4 Flat
- Tekonsha
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1-7/8" Hitch Ball - 1" Diameter x 2-1/8" Long Shank - Chrome - 2,000 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 1-7/8 Inch Diameter Ball
- 2-1/8 Inch Shank Length
- 1 Inch Diameter Shank
- 2000 lbs GTW
- Class III
- Draw-Tite
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2" Hitch Ball - 1" Diameter x 2-1/8" Long Shank - Chrome - 7,500 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 2 Inch Diameter Ball
- 2-1/8 Inch Shank Length
- 1 Inch Diameter Shank
- 7500 lbs GTW
- Class III
- Tow Ready
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Convert-A-Ball Ball Mount for 2" Hitches - 3/4" Rise, 2" Drop - 10,000 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Fixed Ball Mount
- No Ball
- 1 Inch Ball Hole Diameter
- Steel Shank - Matte Black
- Drop - 2 Inch
- Rise - 1 Inch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 10000 lbs GTW
- Class IV
- Shock Absorbing
- Convert-A-Ball
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 400 lbs TW
- 4000 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- Visible Cross Tube
- CURT
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