Best Trailer Tow Package Parts for a 2014 Nissan Frontier
Question:
Hi, Im looking to add a hitch and anything else necessary onto my 2014 Frontier SL 4x4 to pull a camper trailer we are looking to purchase one soon. DO you have a recommendation? Ive heard of Draw-Tite, but was wondering if you recommend them or another brand? Also, what other accessories would you recommend i purchase? Lighting wiring, maybe an electric brake, and.or anything else? Thank you.
asked by: James W
Helpful Expert Reply:
For your 2014 Nissan Frontier, the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 75282 is an excellent option for you because it is cost effective, easy to install, and comes with a trailer connector mounting bracket. I have attached an install video and photo for you as well.
In regards to the other components, I strongly recommend options from Tekosnha which is under the same parent company as Draw-Tite. The reason I recommend Tekosnha is because they tend to be the most reliable which if you have ever had to troubleshoot wiring, will appreciate. For your Frontier, I recommend the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 7-Way Trailer Connector part # 118266 which is plug and play along with the Tekonsha Prodigy P2 Trailer Brake Controller part # 90885 and the Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter part # 3050-P which is also plug and play.
For a ball mount, I recommend using an adjustable one as I am sure it is not unreasonable to assume you might get a different trailer or need to tow one for a friend so this way you are not purchasing a ball mount for a specific trailer but rather one that can be used with many. For this, I recommend Rapid Hitch Adjustable, Steel Ball Mount Kit part # AM3461. This mount has optional locking pins # 34061405-D.
Because the Frontier's have a tendency to squat, you may also want to use the SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper Springs part # SSR-610-54 to help minimize this.
Products Referenced in This Question
T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 7-Way Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- No Converter
- Custom Fit
- 7 Round - Blade
- Tekonsha
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Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers - Nissan and Infiniti
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Wiring Adapter
- Plugs into Brake Controller
- Vehicle Specific
- Tekonsha
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InfiniteRule Lock Set for Andersen Rapid Hitch Adjustable Ball Mounts - Stainless Steel - Qty 2
- Accessories and Parts
- Drop Hitch
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Locks
- Locking Pin
- InfiniteRule
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Tekonsha Prodigy P2 Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Proportional Controller
- Electric
- Electric over Hydraulic
- Automatic Leveling
- Under-Dash Box
- Dash Mount
- Up to 4 Axles
- LED Display
- Up to 360 Degrees
- Tekonsha
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Rapid Hitch Adjustable, Aluminum Ball Mount Kit w/ 2 Greaseless Balls - 4" Drop or Rise
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Adjustable Ball Mount
- 2 Inch Ball
- 2-5/16 Inch Ball
- Two Balls
- Aluminum Ball
- Aluminum Shank - Silver
- Drop - 4 Inch
- Rise - 4 Inch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 10000 lbs GTW
- Class IV
- Andersen
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SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper Springs - Rear Axle
- Vehicle Suspension
- Rear Axle Suspension Enhancement
- Jounce-Style Springs
- Standard Duty
- SuperSprings Intl
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Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 750 lbs TW
- 5000 lbs GTW
- 8000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 800 lbs WD TW
- Concealed Cross Tube
- Draw-Tite
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