Install of Curt C11555 On 2014 Honda CR-V- Can Underbody Panel Be Left Off Instead of Trimmed
Question:
do I need to re-install the underbody or can I leave it off?
asked by: James C
Expert Reply:
That would be entirely up to your discretion. The linked installation instructions for the Curt # C11555 include a diagram outlining exactly where the panel needs to be trimmed, but if you wish you could certainly simply remove the panel and not re-install it. The panel makes the vehicle slightly more aerodynamic, but we're talking by a tiny amount. Not all models of the CR-V have the panel, so leaving it off wouldn't be a big deal.
If you'll be using the hitch for some light duty towing, you'll also need a trailer wiring harness like part # C56158, a ball mount like part # 36051 and # 19256 for a 1-7/8 inch or # 19258 for a 2 inch trailer ball.
I've linked to installation videos that you might find helpful.
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1-7/8" Hitch Ball - 3/4" Diameter x 1-9/16" Long Shank - Chrome - 2,000 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 1-7/8 Inch Diameter Ball
- 1-9/16 Inch Shank Length
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- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 2 Inch Diameter Ball
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- 3/4 Inch Diameter Shank
- 3500 lbs GTW
- Class I
- Class II
- Draw-Tite
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Draw-Tite Drawbar for 1-1/4" Hitches - 5/8" Rise, 1-1/4" Drop - 7" Long - 3.5K
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Fixed Ball Mount
- No Ball
- 3/4 Inch Ball Hole Diameter
- Steel Shank - Gloss Black
- Drop - 1 Inch
- Rise - 1 Inch
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- 3500 lbs GTW
- Class II
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- Custom Fit
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class I
- 200 lbs TW
- 2000 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Visible Cross Tube
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