Trailer Hitch Receiver Upgrade Over Factory Hitch On a 2007 Lexus GX 470
Question:
i currently have a draw tite factory installed hitch on my 2007 GX470 and i added a photo of the decal on the hitch. i want to upgrade the hitch and equalize/stabilize to a class iv if possible. i know the vehicle is rated to tow to 6500# but it looks like the hitch is not. please advise.
asked by: Ron J
Expert Reply:
The Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver # 75155 is rated for 6,000lbs trailer weight and 600lbs tongue weight. If you use a weight distribution hitch this is raised to 7,300lbs trailer weight and 730lbs tongue weight for the hitch. This will not increase your capacity only allow you to tow the 6,500lbs that your 2007 Lexus GX 470 is rated for.
There currently is not a class IV receiver available for your Lexus.
I recommend the Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution System # EQ37060ET for your Travel Trailer. The Equal-i-zer allows for tongue weights of 200-600lbs with a maximum trailer weight of 6,000lbs. This hitch also carries a Limited Lifetime Warranty and is Made In The USA.
You will need a 1-7/8" 12pt Thin Walled Socket # ALL643216 to install the included 2" ball onto the hitch. And I recommend using the Sway Bracket Jackets # EQ95-01-5150 to reduce the noise that is created when turning with these style hitches.
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1-7/8" 12pt Thin Walled Socket - 3/4" Drive - Chromium-Vanadium Steel
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- Ratchets and Sockets
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- SAE
- 3/4 Inch Drive
- 1-7/8 Inch
- Alloy Steel
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Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution System w/ 4-Point Sway Control - 6,000 lbs GTW, 600 lbs TW
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- WD With Sway Control
- Some Sway
- Includes Shank
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Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class IV - 2"
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- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class IV
- 600 lbs TW
- 6000 lbs GTW
- 7300 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 730 lbs WD TW
- Visible Cross Tube
- Draw-Tite
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