Recommended Trailer Hitch Receiver That Fits With 20 Spare Wheel and Tire on 2021 Toyota Highlander
Question:
My 2021 Toyota Highlander has a 20" spare wheel and tire. I see that a bunch of receivers will only fit 18" or smaller spares. Do you have one that will still allow me to keep my spare under the vehicle?
asked by: Bruce
Expert Reply:
Yes, the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver # DT84MR will allow for your 20" spare on your 2021 Toyota Highlander. This receiver will have a concealed cross tube for a cleaner look on your Highlander. It is rated for a maximum tongue weight of 500lbs and trailer weight of 5,000lbs. The receiver is not rated for use with a weight distribution hitch. Be sure to not exceed any manufacturer weight ratings for your Highlander.
I do recommend installing the Tekonsha T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness # TK99FR for a 4-way flat trailer connector with your receiver. It will be easier to access the wiring connector and route the wiring before you install the receiver. You can use the Mounting Bracket # 18144 to attach to the tab that is included on either Draw-Tite receiver.
If you haul a larger trailer with electric trailer brakes or a charge line for an on board battery the Tekonsha OEM Replacement Vehicle Wiring Harness w Brake Controller Adapter # TK57VR will give you a 7-way connector. For this connector you will need the Mounting Bracket # PK12711U. I do recommend the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 # 90195 for a trailer that uses electric brakes.
Products Referenced in This Question
Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Proportional Controller
- Electric
- Electric over Hydraulic
- Automatic Leveling
- Under-Dash Box
- Dash Mount
- Up to 4 Axles
- LCD Display
- Up to 360 Degrees
- Tekonsha
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Mounting Bracket and Installation Hardware - Pollak 7-Pole, RV-Style Trailer Connector - Vehicle End
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Wiring
- Mounting Hardware
- Brackets
- 7 Round
- Pollak
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Tekonsha OEM Replacement Vehicle Wiring Harness w Brake Controller Adapter - 7 Way Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- Powered Converter
- Custom Fit
- 7 Round - Blade
- Tekonsha
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T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- Converter
- Custom Fit
- 4 Flat
- Tekonsha
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Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 500 lbs TW
- 5000 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- Draw-Tite
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