Comparing etrailer, Curt, and Draw-Tite Hitches for a 2006 Mercury Mountaineer

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How does this etrailer e56AR hitch compare to Curt 13650 and Draw Tite 75751. Vehicle is 2006 Mercury Mariner front wheel drive with full size spare tire. I have been looking and the Draw Tite looks ridiculous as it mounts low leaving about a 2inch gap between the bumper and hitch. The Curt 13650 tucks up nicely. How does the etrailer e56AR compare with these two? I like the price of the etrailer e56AR. Nobody has been able to confirm if any of them clear the factory optional full size spare tire. Thank you,

asked by: Darin S

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The etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver part # e56AR is the same as the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 13650, the only difference is finish. The etrailer hitch has a matte finish and the Curt hitch has a glossy finish. They all look pretty similar but I agree with you that the Curt hitch has a bit of a tighter fit to the rear bumper than the Draw-Tite. The same goes for the etrailer. I recommend the etrailer hitch if you are looking to save a few bucks and I personally prefer the matte finish as it blends in better with the vehicle.

I didn't see any notes about spare tire size so you should be alright with a full-size spare.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Answer 1

Of the different hitches available for your 2009 Escape, I would recommend the Curt Class III #13650 or the etrailer Class III #e56AR. Both require no drilling or welding and include the compete hardware along with installation instructions. In the…

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Answer 2

Yes, the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #13650 that you referenced will fit your 2011 Ford Escape. I confirmed this with Curt. Check out the install video I attached for this product also. For trailer wiring I would recommend the Tow Ready Wiring…

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Answer 3

All of the 2 inch hitches currently available for the 2009 Ford Escape, Curt, Draw-Tite, and Hidden Hitch, will extend beyond the bumper some, but not a whole lot. In a lot of cases it comes with the territory of a 2 inch hitch. The larger hitches…

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Answer 4

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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Answer 5

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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Answer 6

Yes, we do. To add a hitch to your 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch item #C26VV. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Toyota with included hardware. This is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. It has a…

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Answer 7

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Answer 8

Class I and Class II hitches both have a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening. The difference is that a Class I hitch has a lower tongue weight rating, usually 200 pounds and a lower towing rating, usually 2,000 pounds. A Class II hitch usually has a tongue…

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Answer 9

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 10

Yep, so long as your 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness is not a hybrid both the Curt and etrailer hitches will fit: - Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13382 - etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98912 The only difference besides price is the finish; the…

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Answer 11

If you just need a 4-pin to 7-pin trailer wiring adapter, then you can use part #C57672. This will plug into the 4-pin trailer connector on your brother's vehicle and give him the 7-pin socket for the trailer. Keep in mind, this will only give…

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Answer 12

You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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