Recommended Trailer Hitch for 2004 Nissan Frontier

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I have a 2004 Nissan Frontier 4x4. Before ordering the hitch in the subject line, I crawled under the truck to see if my frame has three holes like the ones in the video. It does not- it only has two per side. Is there another hitch designed specifically for my frame?

asked by: Jamie M

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Expert Reply:

I do have an option for you, however the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver # 75282 referenced in your question is actually not a fit for your 2004 Nissan Frontier. This particular hitch is designed for the Frontier starting with the 2005 model year.

For your 2004 Frontier, I instead recommend the Draw-Tite Class III # 75186. You can take a look at the attached installation instructions for clarification on how the hitch mounts to the frame. As you can see, there are different instructions depending on if you have the long or short bed model.

This Class III hitch features a 4,000 pound towing capacity and a 400 pound tongue weight rating. All the needed hardware is included.

expert reply by: Chris R

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Answer 1

In addition to reviewing the installation instructions, I contacted the manufacturer as well since sometimes they have installation notes. There are no drilling or other special installation steps that they were aware of that would apply when…

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Answer 2

Basically a lot depends on what you will be using the hitch for. If it is just for accessories such as a bike rack or cargo carrier than for the most part you will be fine with a Class II trailer hitch. If you will be towing then I would go with…

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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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Answer 4

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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Answer 5

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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Answer 6

On the Nissan Frontier and other Nissan vehicles, if the vehicle did not come with a factory tow package it will not have a functioning wiring harness even if one, like #118263, is added. There will be relays that will need to be inserted to make the…

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Answer 7

For your 2024 Nissan Frontier I recommend the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98869. This is a Class III hitch with a 2" receiver and a max gross trailer/tongue weight of 5,000/500 lbs. This hitch also features a matte black powder coat…

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Answer 8

The Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" #75282 requires all hardware be torqued to 68 foot pounds according to the instructions. I've attached a photo in case you need anything else for this installation…

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