What is Towing Capacity of 2018 Tesla Model 3 with Stealth Hitch Installed

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We have a 2018 Model 3. Your “Stealth Hitches Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver w/ Towing Kit - Custom Fit - 2 Item # 391TES317T” appears to be the correct product for towing our Big Tex trailer. However the link on your site opens Hitch Instructions that lists Weight Capacity of 2500 lbs and 200 lbs instead of the 4000 lbs and 300 lbs listed on the website. Can you explain the discrepancy?

asked by: Dave D

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While I wasn't able to find a listed capacity for this hitch on the installation instructions, the Stealth hitch part # 391TES317T has a 3,500 lb towing capacity and a 350 lb tongue weight capacity. I confirmed this with my contact at Stealth Hitches for you.

Your 2018 Tesla Model 3 on the other hand only has a 963 lb towing capacity as listed by Tesla. This means you would be limited by your vehicle's capacity, which in this case, is the lowest rated component.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

You are correct that Tesla has removed one of the bolt holes where a hitch would be installed, but there is a new bracket that is available for this hitch that does address the change for the 2021 Model 3. You will still order the same #391TES317…

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Answer 2

At one point some of the hitches we offered did require the use of a stabilizer strap when carrying a non-supported load like a bike rack but recently the one manufacturer that required this (Curt) decided it was not longer needed. So the EcoHitch…

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Answer 3

The best trailer hitch receiver for your 2022 Tesla Model 3 is from Stealth Hitches, for a number of reasons. First is that the receiver and ball mount are removable, so when you aren't using your bike rack or towing, your Tesla is going to…

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Answer 4

For your 2018 Tesla Model 3 we have two Stealth hitch options. We have the part #391TES317 which comes with a lower hitch opening that can only be used with a hitch accessory like a bike rack and we also have the part #391TES317T which includes the…

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Answer 5

It sounds like the connector for the parking sensor was not reconnected or there may be a pin that pushed out of the connector and is not completing the circuit. The connector is on the right hand side and sits just above the impact bar for the…

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Answer 6

I would be happy to help you find a hitch for your 2018 Tesla Model 3. I have a solution for you that will get here a lot quicker. The reason you can't find the EcoHitch Stealth Trailer Hitch Receiver item #306-X7373 is because it is currently…

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Answer 7

Adding a trailer hitch to a vehicle like the 2021 Tesla Model 3 you were looking at at your local Tesla dealer will not void the vehicle warranty. This is due to you being protected by the Federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, passed by Congress in…

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Answer 8

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 9

There is only one difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13176 and etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98909 that fit your 2020 Chevrolet Colorado, which is the finish. The Curt trailer hitch has a glossy black finish while the etrailer…

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Answer 10

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 11

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 12

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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