Does the EcoHitch Trailer Hitch for a 2008 Honda CR-V Require Rear Bumper Trimming

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Does the bumper cover need to be modified during the install of the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2inch - 306-X7291? For example, do holes need to be drilled or pieces removed to make room for the hitch receiver?

asked by: Matthew P

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The EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 306-X7291 which is a fit for a 2008 Honda CR-V does indeed require trimming of the rear bumper fascia but no drilling. I have attached a photo of the required trimming for you which as you can see is very minor and there is even an included trim cover to place over the trimmed portion of the bumper which makes for a very clean install.

Unfortunately, the draw back of the hidden install look and maintained ground clearance is trimming of the rear bumper fascia. If you don't mind having a more visible trailer hitch or reduced clearance then you can go with the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 13555 which doesn't require any fascia trimming.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Answer 1

If ground clearance is your main concern the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver #306-X7291 is absolutely the best choice for your 2008 Honda CR-V. This is because unlike the other options available, which sit completely beneath the rear bumper,…

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Answer 2

Getting the trailer as close to level as you have should be just fine. If your only options are to be a tiny bit too high or a tiny bit too low I usually recommend going on the high side since most likely the suspension will compress slightly from…

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A Class II hitch would use a 1-1/4 inch receiver, for a 2 inch receiver tube you'd want a Class III hitch. We offer two US Made Class III hitches that I'd recommend, the #13555 from Curt or the #306-X7291 from EcoHitch. Both hitches share the…

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Answer 4

I have attached the installation instructions of the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver part #306-X7291 for a 2008 Honda CR-V to this answer page for you. In regards to installation, this is a bolt-on fit with a very clean finished install look.…

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Answer 5

You can refer to the linked photo to see the installed appearance of the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver #306-X7291. The hitch cross tube is mostly hidden behind the bumper cover to give a clean look on your 2007 Honda CR-V.

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Answer 6

The Hidden EcoHitches like the part #306-X7291 that you referenced will be mostly out of sight when installed and not being used to tow a trailer.

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Answer 7

The hitch opening of the EcoHitch #306-X7291 is not removable like some versions of the EcoHitch offer. For your 2011 Honda CR-V there are no options that have removable hitch openings but this hitch is about as hidden as it can be since only the…

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Answer 8

For carrying 4 bikes you will need to use at least a Class II hitch. Since there are only Class I and Class III hitches available for your 2008 Honda CR-V I would recommend you get a Class III hitch like the Draw Tite Hitch #75547. This hitch will…

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Answer 9

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 10

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 11

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 12

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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