Trailer Hitch Replacement Recommendation for 2009 Honda Ridgeline

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2009 honda ridgeline trailer hitch replacement for one that has rusted out.

asked by: Emil K

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Expert Reply:

I recommend using the Curt Trailer Hitch # 13385 as a replacement for the hitch you currently have on your 2009 Honda Ridgeline. I like this Curt option because it has a hidden crosstube so all you will see is the hitch receiver after it is installed.

Attached is an installation video for you to check out.

expert reply by: Jon G

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Answer 1

It would appear that the 2006 Ridgeline either came with a factory installed 7-Way connector at the back or it didn't. If it isn't present then your model must not have come with it. But you can add one. To add a 7-Way you will first need to…

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Answer 2

I show that you purchased Curt Class III Hitch Receiver #13385 for your Honda Ridgeline. Thank you for your business. This hitch is indeed rated for use with a weight distribution system. In order to select a suitable weight distribution system for…

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Answer 3

We have basically two different styles of hitches for your 2008 Honda Ridgeline. The Curt part #13385 which has a crosstube that sits higher and would not be visible and the Draw Tite part #75280 which has a crosstube that hangs a bit lower and would…

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The owners manual will be the final authority on the towing capacities of your 2007 Honda Ridgeline. From the research I did on your vehicle it looks to have a 5,000 lb total trailer weight capacity and a 500 lb tongue weight capacity. The Curt hitch…

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Answer 5

I have a Curt hitch that does fit your 2007 Honda Ridgeline but it is not the 13328. Instead it is the part #13385 which I attached an install video for as well.

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Answer 6

You most likely have the Curt hitch part #13385 installed on your Honda Ridgeline which has a tongue weight capacity of up to 600 lbs when used with a weight distribution system. The Curt Trunnion Kit part #17300 would be a great choice as it has a…

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Answer 7

Whenever you are towing, the weight capacity of your towing setup is limited by the lowest rated component. When I looked up the towing weight capacity of your 2007 Honda Odyssey it looks like the max trailer weight it could tow (with just one…

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Adding the Reese Pro Round Bar Weight Distribution w Sway Control #RE94FR is a great idea! With your trailer being pretty heavy compared to your vehicle, you are likely going to experience some sway while driving. This is why it'd be smart to…

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Answer 9

The trailer wiring harness options we have for a 2007 Honda Ridgeline all have built-in protection to isolate itself from the vehicle in the event of a fault. That said, the best one we offer is the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat…

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Answer 10

I've never heard of an actual third brake light connector on a camper shell to plug in on a truck and we don't carry any parts to do that. The light generally needs to be hardwired into the truck's brake light circuit. The issue with this…

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Answer 11

I did some checking and the hub/drum we offer that will work for you is the part #8-430-5UC3. This uses the same bearings as the 8-415 and will be an exact fit aside from the fact this is a non-ABS setup and the 8-415 came in an ABS setup and non-ABS…

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Answer 12

If you are needing the hub and drum assembly then you will want to go with the Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly #8-201-5UC3-EZ but if you are just looking for an idler hub then you will want part #8-213-5UC1 instead. These come with the correct…

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