Comparing Hidden Hitch and Draw-Tite Trailer Hitches for the 2013 Mazda 3 Hatchback with LED Lights
Question:
Im looking into getting a nice tucked away hitch for my 13 Mazda3 hatchback and like both of the products from Hidden Hitch p/n 60259 and Draw-Tite p/n 24843. In fact, I cant seem to find a difference between the Hidden Hitch and Draw-Tite other than the accessories that come with the Hidden Hitch and they price. They literally look like the exact same hitch but with different decals. Are they different otherwise? Im looking for the most hidden and tucked away option, the less hitch/receiver visible the better. My other question is why are there models for with and without LED tail lights? More of a curiosity, my car has the LED tail lights by the way. Thanks in advance for your advice.
asked by: Joe
Expert Reply:
Your assumptions regarding the Hidden Hitch trailer hitch 60259 (discontinued) and the Draw-Tite trailer hitch # 24843 are correct. They even share the same instructions which I have linked for you.
The recommended ball mount for this hitch is # 3594 and you can use 1-7/8 inch ball # 19256 or 2 inch ball # 19258.
We separate out models with and without LED tail lights for this vehicle because there are different trailer wiring harnesses for each. The fit guides for hitches and wiring are intertwined so you see it in more than one place.
For trailer wiring you would use # 46255 since your Mazda 3 has LED tail lights.
Products Referenced in This Question
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
- 3/4 Inch Diameter Shank
- 2000 lbs GTW
- Class I
- Class II
- Draw-Tite
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2" Hitch Ball - 3/4" Diameter x 1-9/16" Long Shank - Chrome - 3,500 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 2 Inch Diameter Ball
- 1-9/16 Inch Shank Length
- 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 - 4" Rise - 10" Long - 2,000 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Fixed Ball Mount
- No Ball
- 3/4 Inch Ball Hole Diameter
- Steel Shank - Gloss Black
- Rise - 4 Inch
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- 2000 lbs GTW
- Class I
- Draw-Tite
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Hopkins Active Tail Light Converter with Install Kit
- Trailer Wiring
- Trailer Connectors
- Vehicle End Connector
- Plug and Lead
- 4 Flat
- Hopkins
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Draw-Tite Sportframe 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
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