Best Trailer Hitch for 2018 Toyota Highlander with Full Size Spare Wheel/Tire

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good morning. I was reading online that some people had trouble with the spare tire on a 2018 highlander not fitting with this hitch. is there a size of tire that would not fit?

asked by: Young

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The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C13394 is a fit for a 2018 Toyota Highlander with steel spare wheel/tire. If you instead have an aluminum spare wheel/tire then this won't work. It should be pretty easy to tell the difference between the two metals but using a magnet would help determine this as well as they don't sick to aluminum.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Answer 1

There are a number of trailer hitch receivers that fit your 2018 Toyota Highlander and it can be confusing because they have a lot in common; however, there are differences as well. I recommend the Curt #C13200 or the etrailer.com #E98844, they are…

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Answer 2

I'd be happy to help with that. For a hitch, the #C13200 Curt Class III hitch you'd looked at would work great, but if you'd prefer a hitch that isn't so visible with the crossbar tucked up behind the bumper so the receiver tube and…

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You want the best, because there can be only one. But the best depends on what you're using it for or what appeals to you. Basically, I've narrowed it down to two options. The best for actual use is the etrailer Hitch #e98844 because if…

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Answer 4

It looks like you might have left off the washers that need to be installed between the hitch and the bottom of the vehicle frame when you installed the Draw Tite hitch part #75908 on your 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe. Could I get you to check to see if the…

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For your 2017 Toyota Highlander that has a full sized spare, I recommend the Draw-Tite Class IV Max Frame Round Tube Receiver Hitch #DT65MR. This hitch is custom-fit for your vehicle and will allow your full size spare tire to remain stowed under the…

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Answer 6

Some hitch receivers for the 2016 Toyota Highlander did not allow the full size spare tire to be stored underneath the vehicle where it is intended. However, with the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" #C13394 it isn't…

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Answer 7

I am happy to help you determine if your 2018 Toyota Highlander has a tow package or not. The easiest way is to visually inspect your vehicle on your own. If you take a look at the video for part #118449 that I attached on a 2018 Toyota Highlander…

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Answer 8

For your 2016 Toyota Highlander the Curt hitch part #C13394 that you referenced is a confirmed fit and will work well. Curt also specifically noted that this hitch works well with the full sized factory spare of the vehicle, as long as it is not on…

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Answer 9

For your 2018 Toyota Highlander the most reliable trailer wiring harness brand we offer is T-One. So if you need a 4-way connector the kit you'd want is the part #118449 or if you need a 7-way you'd want the #22119 which is also a custom…

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Answer 10

I recommend using the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" #EH35VR, which will allow you to keep the spare mounted under the vehicle and gives you a 2 inch receiver that's perfect for carrying bikes. The…

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Answer 11

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 12

I've never heard of an actual third brake light connector on a camper shell to plug in on a truck and we don't carry any parts to do that. The light generally needs to be hardwired into the truck's brake light circuit. The issue with this…

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