Recommended 2" Hitch for a 2015 Acura RDX and Installation Process

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HELLO i just placed order for a CURT Hitch to fit my 2015 RDX bc your Video was so informative for a DIYr to install....but now realize its an 1.25inch receiver instead of 2. Is the e-trailer model just as ez to install??

asked by: Maureen F

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Yes, the etrailer Hitch item # e24AR has an similar if not the same installation method as the Curt Trailer Hitch item # C12083. This hitch is confirmed to fit your 2015 Acura RDX.

I have linked an installation video below for the Curt Trailer Hitch item # C13130 which will have an identical installation process as the etrailer item # e24AR. I have also linked the instructions.

If you are planning on towing you will also need a wiring harness item # 118569 and a ball mount kit item # C45534.

expert reply by: Jerred H

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Answer 1

Yes, both the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e24AR and Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13130 would be a fit for your 2014 Acura RDX. Since you're limited on capacity the Hollywood Racks Destination Bike Rack for 4 Bikes #HR4000 would be a great…

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Answer 2

You do not; absolutely no drilling is required on your 2018 Acura RDX to install the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e24AR. I also wanted to add, if you going to be using this hitch for towing you will need a 4-way, with the correct fit for your…

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Answer 3

The 3 hitches you asked about for your 2016 Acura RDX have the following weights when it comes to shipping: etrailer - #e24AR - 27 lbs Curt - #C13130 - 28 lbs Draw-Tite - #75784 - 29 lbs The actual weight of the hitches is going to be a few pounds…

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Answer 4

Both the Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver #24907 and the Curt #C11349 exclude the SR model. I reached out my contact at Curt and found out that the reason they are excluded is because of excess trim and an exhaust rattle. They don't…

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Answer 5

Officially, the rear jack point on the 2016 Acura RDX is a few inches forward of the rear tire. There is a tab on the vehicle that fits a notch in the jack that comes with the vehicle. But what I would do is go to a local auto parts store and get…

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Answer 6

Yes, basically all A-frame trailers are going to have the same bolt pattern for installing a trailer jack. Typically the jacks have mounting holes that are somewhat slotted too to help with some variances. The bolt pattern you mentioned having on…

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Answer 7

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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