Recommended Trailer Hitch for 2017 Dodge Journey Crossroad

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Hello I need a trailer hitch for my Dodge Journey 2017 Crossroad. I have an inflatable bounce house and water slide business. I need to be able to tow with a trailer and was wondering which one of your trailer hitch would do the job please? I also need to know what you mean by tongue capacity and towing capacity Im new at this so I have no idea what those are.

asked by: Michel M

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For your 2017 Dodge Journey Crossroad, I recommend the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver # 75648. This trailer hitch receiver is easy to install and can tow 4000 lbs with or without a weight distribution system. This means the trailer when completely loaded can weight up to 4,000 lbs. The tongue weight is that amount of weight that rests on the hitch ball, and this hitch is rated to have up to 400 lbs resting on that hitch ball.

I recommend using a weight distribution system like # RP66082 along with hitch ball # A-90 for a 2 inch diameter ball or # A-6 for a 2-5/16 inch diameter ball to match your trailer coupler. This weight distribution and sway control system will greatly assist you with the uneven weights of your inflatables that can cause trailer sway. This system will help your trailer track with your vehicle and allow you to tow safely. I've attached an article to assist.

If you don't have trailer wiring, I recommend the Curt # C56330 is you have LED taillights or # C56109 if you have bulb tail lights.

If you trailer has brakes, then you will also want to upgrade to a 7-way trailer connector and add a brake controller. For this upgrade, I recommend the Prodigy P3 # 90195 and Brake Controller Wiring Kit # ETBC7.

expert reply by: Jason S

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Answer 1

Yes, the Draw Tite hitch part #75648 that you referenced does fit and allow the rear spare of the vehicle to be stored. I attached a picture I took from our install video (also attached) that shows the hitch installed with the spare mounted as well.

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Answer 2

You can install the Stealth Hitch #391TES317 and use it with your Thule Classic T2, but in all likelihood it's going to set off the backup alarm on your 2019 Tesla Model 3. The good news is that you can simply mute the alarm on your vehicle…

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Answer 3

It sounds like you have a Class I hitch and are trying to use a Class II drawbar with it. Class I hitches are designed to do exactly what you are trying to do, prevent the use of a Class II accessory by not letting the holes line up. This is to…

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The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Class I and Class II hitches both have a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening. The difference is that a Class I hitch has a lower tongue weight rating, usually 200 pounds and a lower towing rating, usually 2,000 pounds. A Class II hitch usually has a tongue…

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To add a class III hitch to your 2024 Honda CR-V hybrid, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch item #C13397. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your CR-V with included hardware. It is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. I really like this…

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Answer 8

I definitely understand being a bit overwhelmed by the amount of options in front of you, however I can definitely help with differentiating the trailer hitches for your 2019 Subaru Outback Wagon along with explaining my personal recommendation,…

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There is only one difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13176 and etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98909 that fit your 2020 Chevrolet Colorado, which is the finish. The Curt trailer hitch has a glossy black finish while the etrailer…

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Answer 10

The main difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #C13416 and the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver part #EH97FR is that the EcoHitch has a completely hidden cross tube whereas the Curt cross tube will be visible from the rear of…

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Answer 11

The Kuat Sherpa 2.0 #SH22G and the NV 2.0 #NV22G that you referenced are both excellent platform-style racks that will hold your bikes by the front wheels with no frame contact. These are top-of-the-line carriers and you really would not go wrong…

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Answer 12

To me it makes the most sense to put a Bike Rack #HLY64FR on the flat towed vehicle rather than above the tow bars. Especially on heavy e-bikes as they are difficult to lift that high onto the rack, but also as it only makes sense to have the rack on…

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