Recommended Hitch for a 2011 Acura MDX

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Hello, I have a 2011 acura mdx. I want to install a trailer hitch. What will I need to do this, recommendations? Part numbers please? Thank you

asked by: Andrew M

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To install a trailer hitch on your 2011 Acura MDX you are going to want the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver item # e26AR. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Acura with included hardware. It has a matte black powder coat finish that not only protects your hitch but also helps to conceal it unlike other hitches with glossy finishes.

This hitch does not fit models with rear Sport Bumper trim.

If you are going to tow with this hitch you will need a wiring harness item # 118424 and a ball mount kit item # C45534.

expert reply by: Jerred H

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Answer 1

For a Curt hitch confirmed to fit your 2011 Acura MDX that allows you to keep the full size spare tire you would want the part #13354. The spare would need to get removed during the install process but can be reinstalled once the hitch is fully…

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My contact in the tech services department at Curt Manufacturing tells me that the 19 inch full-sized spare will not interfere with the hitch once its installed. It is not absolutely necessary to remove the spare for the installation, but temporarily…

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A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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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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I agree it is the right time to upgrade to a Lithium charger/converter as not all are Lithium compatible. I recommend using the Progressive Dynamics Mighty Mini AC/DC Panel and Converter/Smart Charger - 60 Amp #PD4060K which is a replacement for your…

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If your old axles have a 5 bolt brake flange the assemblies like Dexter Electric Trailer Brake Assembly - 12" - Left Hand - 6,000 lbs part #23-105 or Dexter Electric Trailer Brake Assembly - 12" - Right Hand - 6,000 lbs part #23-106 will…

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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 9

If your current springs have 5 leaves then going to a 7 leaf spring will increase the height of the trailer a little and make the trailer more susceptible to sway. Regarding capacity if you go with springs rated higher than what is required it will…

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Normal operating temperatures for drum brakes range from 150-400 degrees F. During certain stopping conditions the brake heat can exceed 600 degrees. The effectiveness and stopping power of the brakes is significantly reduced at these higher…

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The old version of the #HBA-CAM used 4 wires, but the product was updated awhile back and now uses only two wires as shown in the photo on the product description page. The white wire from the HBA-CAM would tap into the white ground wire and the blue…

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The 7290 that you see is a casting number. It is found on AL-KO hubs that fit #99 spindles. I found that the bearings used are #28580 which would be the inner bearing and #25580 which would be the outer bearing. For the seal use #91030.

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