Recommended Hitch Size for a 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Question:
whats the correct size hitch for a 99 grand chereeke
asked by: brian j
Expert Reply:
Both 2 inch and 1-1/4 inch hitches are available for the 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee, but I would recommend going with a hitch with the 2 inch opening. This would give you the most common hitch size, so you would have more choices available when it comes to hitch accessories.
The CURT 2 Inch Hitch # 13051 would be a good choice for your vehicle. You can view the installation instructions as well as a video of the hitch being installed on a 1999 Grand Cherokee at the provided links.
To wire the vehicle for towing, I would recommend wiring harness # C55369, which is custom-fit and will plug right into the existing connector on your vehicle. I am also including links to instructions and a video for the wiring for you to check out if needed.
If you plan on towing a trailer, you will also need a ball mount, a hitch ball, and a hitch pin or lock. My recommendations are listed below.
Ball Mount # D-4
Hitch Pin and Clip, # PC3
Hitch Ball # 19247
Hitch Lock # e98882
The # 2923 ball mount would place the hitch ball at the most common trailer height. To determine the rise or drop you would need on the ball mount for a particular trailer, I recommend taking a look at our ball mount FAQ at the provided link.
Products Referenced in This Question
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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Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- Powered Converter
- Custom Fit
- 4 Flat
- CURT
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Curt Ball Mount for 2" Hitches - 3/4" Rise, 2" Drop - 10-1/4" Long - 7,500 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Fixed Ball Mount
- No Ball
- 1 Inch Ball Hole Diameter
- Steel Shank - Gloss Black
- Drop - 2 Inch
- Rise - 1 Inch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 7500 lbs GTW
- Class III
- CURT
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etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock for 2" Hitch - Flush - 2-5/8" Span - Stainless Steel
- Trailer Hitch Lock
- Standard Pin Lock
- Keyed Alike
- Stainless Steel
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Flush Pin
- 2-5/8 Inch Span
- etrailer
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Pin and Clip for 2" and 2-1/2" Hitches - 5/8" Diameter x 3-1/4" Span
- Hitch Pins and Clips
- Standard Hitch Pin
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2-1/2 Inch Hitch
- 5/8 Inch Diameter
- 4 Inch Span
- Draw-Tite
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 500 lbs TW
- 5000 lbs GTW
- 6000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 600 lbs WD TW
- Visible Cross Tube
- CURT
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