Hitch for a 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee That Does Not Intefere with Spare Tire

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i need to tow a trailer when i move across country and i found a trailer hitch on craigslist for half the money, its the one they said i need but it looks like the cover for the spare tire is in the way..any tips? i have a 99 jeep grand cherokee

asked by: tristana

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Expert Reply:

If you're planning on purchasing a used hitch, be sure to examine it carefully. If the paint is cracked anyhere on the hitch, it could be an indication that the hitch has been damaged or bent. Make sure there isn't excessive corrosion. Surface rust is okay, but if it's eating through the hitch I'd recommend passing on it. The hardware used to attach the hitch to the vehicle is considered a one-time use item only. If the bolts are torqued more than once, they can stretch which weakens them.

We have several trailer hitches that will fit your 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee, see link below. I cannot give a recommendation for other manufacturers hitch applications. I believe that your concern is with either the spare tire well or the rear fascia on the Grand Cherokee. All of the hitches we carry will mount without any modifications to these areas of the vehicle. I would recommend the Draw-Tite Class III Trailer Hitch, item # 75139 for your vehicle (see instructions).

If you have a rear mounted spare tire you may need a hitch extender to be able to tow a trailer and we have several of those to choose from, see link below. Remember the use of any type of adapter will reduce you tongue capacity by 50 percent.

Some items you may need with your hitch purchase are listed below.

Wiring # C55369 or # 42535
Drawbar # C45010
Pin and Clip # C21500
Hitch Ball # 19260 or # 19247
Hitch Lock Kit # e98880

expert reply by: Robert G

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Answer 1

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Answer 2

I went out to the warehouse and measured the Draw-Tite Class III Trailer Hitch, item #75139 for your 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. From the point where the hitch mounting brackets contact the vehicle frame to the top of the hitch receiver the distance is…

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Answer 3

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Answer 4

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Answer 5

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Answer 6

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Answer 7

Seal 171255UC has an inner diameter of 1.719 inches and outer diameter of 2.565 inches. A seal that has those dimensions would actually be #58846. I've added a link to a video review of this seal for you to take a look at.

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Answer 8

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Answer 9

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Answer 11

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Answer 12

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