Are Any Additional Products Needed to Install Curt Trailer Hitch # 13354 on 2008 Acura MDX
Question:
I live in Torrance California and just bought my 2008 MDX in the last six months. All I want the trailer hitch for is to mount a bike rack on it. I have no intentions of towing so I would not need the accessories to tow. My questions are as follows: What do you suggest I buy in addition to part #13354? Are there other accessories necessary to complete the installation? Can you recommend a local mechanic that I could use to install the #13354 on my Acura 2008 MDX? Thank you
asked by: Stefan H
Helpful Expert Reply:
The Curt Trailer Hitch # 13354 that you referenced comes with all the necessary hardware to install on your 2008 Acura MDX, so you will not need any additional accessories to complete the installation.
A hitch lock is not a necessity for the hitch installation; however, I highly recommend using a lock with both your bikes and bike rack. The Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock # C23519 is an economical way to safeguard your investment. Another option is the Hollywood Racks # HRLHPC2 which is a trailer hitch receiver lock with a 8-foot cable that will lock your bikes to your rack and your rack to your hitch.
If you need a bike rack, I have linked you to available bike racks that will fit with this hitch. I have also attached a FAQ article that gives you information regarding different types of hitch-mount bike racks.
Products Referenced in This Question
Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock - 2" and 2-1/2" Hitches - Stainless Steel
- Trailer Hitch Lock
- Standard Pin Lock
- Keyed Unique
- Stainless Steel
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2-1/2 Inch Hitch
- Flush Pin
- 3-5/8 Inch Span
- CURT
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Hollywood Racks 2" Hitch Lock and 8' Cable Lock for Bike Racks
- Cable Locks
- Bike Lock
- Keyed Alike
- Steel
- 8 Feet Long
- Hollywood Racks
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 400 lbs TW
- 4000 lbs GTW
- 5000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 500 lbs WD TW
- Visible Cross Tube
- CURT
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