Does the EcoHitch Hitch Receiver Require a Sports Strap on a 2014 VW Sedan?

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Hello, My car is a 2014 Volkswagen Jetta 4 door sedan. I would like to know the difference between the draw-tite and the ecoHitch in regards to using the draw-tite for a non trailer application. I undertstand the draw tite does not require the use of a sport strap. My question is does the EcoHitch need the sport strap?

asked by: Liz

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I would be happy to help answer your questions. The sports strap isn't required on 2" hitch receivers so some hitch manufacturer's offer it as an option. The Curt Support Strap # 18050 is required on Curt 1 1/4" hitch receivers. The EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver item # 306-X7311 does not need the sports strap. The EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver item # 306-X7311 has a 300 lbs tongue weight and the Curt Class l Trailer Hitch Receiver item # C11474 has a 200 lbs tongue weight. I recommend the EcoHitch hitch receiver because of the higher capacity for non trailer accessories.

expert reply by: Jerred H

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Answer 2

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Answer 8

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Answer 11

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