Can a 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Tow a Wave Runner

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Going to buy a wave runner how much can I tow?

asked by: Robert S

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Depending on the size of the engine on the wave runner, a single wave runner and trailer can weigh between 700 and 1000 lbs. Although the Curt Class I receiver you mentioned has a 2000 lb towing/ 200 lb tongue weight capacity, you still must abide by the towing capacity of the vehicle. From what I have been able to determine, your PT Cruiser has a towing capacity of 1000 lbs. You will want to consult the owners manual to confirm this.

If the weight of your wave runner plus the weight of the trailer is at the lower end of the weight range I mentioned, you should be fine. However, the closer the weight would get to the 1000 lb figure, the more uncomfortable I would become. You should not under any circumstances exceed the manufacturers stated towing capacity.

If your PT Cruiser has an automatic transmission, I would strongly urge you to install a transmission cooler like part # 13502. A transmission cooler provides inexpensive protection for your transmission.

In addition to the hitch and the draw bar and pin and clip included with it, you might also need the following:

Wiring harness with 4-pole trailer connector, part # C55532
2 inch diameter trailer ball, part # 19258
1-7/8 inch diameter trailer ball, part # 19256
Locking hitch pin, part # e98879

I have provided links to the products I have recommended as well as links to relevant install videos and installation instructions. The transmission cooler video shows a cooler being installed on a different vehicle, but the video will give you a good idea of what the install involves.

expert reply by: Mike L

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Answer 1

The trailer wiring is not included with a trailer hitch for your 2004 PT Cruiser. We do offer them separately. There is no drilling required for the installation of the Curt Trailer Hitch, part #C11132. This is a Class l hitch and it has a 1-1/4 inch…

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Answer 2

I am not sure what you mean by system rating but the Curt trailer hitch #C11132 is rated for 200 pounds tongue weight and 2,000 pounds gross trailer weight. I have included a link to the installation instructions for you to view. Be sure to consult…

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Answer 3

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

Yes, we do. To add a hitch to your 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch item #C26VV. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Toyota with included hardware. This is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. It has a…

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Answer 6

To add a hitch to your 2024 Toyota RAV4, I recommend the etrailer item #e23ZR. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Toyota with included hardware. This is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. It has a 4,000 lbs towing capacity, and a 600…

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Answer 7

Yep, so long as your 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness is not a hybrid both the Curt and etrailer hitches will fit: - Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13382 - etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98912 The only difference besides price is the finish; the…

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Answer 8

As far as wiring for the 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander, we do have the Curt #C59236 available which is more of a universal hardwire harness. Unfortunately there are not any plug-and-play options that have been confirmed to fit as of yet (October 4,…

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Answer 9

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Answer 10

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 11

Yes, it is! Honda and other manufacture's like to leave the fuses out of new vehicles that do not come with a functional towing package to save on costs. You can verify if you're missing the fuses by checking your fuse box but I am pretty…

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Answer 12

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