Trailer Hitch and Wiring Fitment for a 2023 Ford Explorer
Question:
I have a 2023 explore XLT Looking for a hitch and harness. It looks like this fits. CURT Class 3 Trailer Hitch - 2023 Ford Explorer. How long does it take to install. What wiring harness do I use. I will be pulling a small camper. So I will be needing a wire to charge battery. Thanks
asked by: Gary
Expert Reply:
The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # CU78FR does fit your 2023 Ford Explorer XLT, yes.
For trailer wiring I recommend picking up the Tekonsha T-One # 118599 and using the Mounting Brackets # C42CR and # C57202 to secure the 4-Way wiring next to your hitch receiver for easy access.
The trailer hitch will take about an hour and ten minutes to install for the average DIYer and the 4-Way wiring will be about the same. You can count on less time if you've done these types of installs before, or a little more time if you're new to this.
To add a charge wire to your setup you can either use the Upgrade Kit # ETBC7L for a trickle charge, or one of the following Redarc BCDC chargers if you're needing the battery charge to increase while towing:
- Up to 75 amp hour battery bank # RED96FR
- For 75 amp - 200 amp hour battery bank # 331-BCDC1225D
I've attached some installation instructions and videos for you to check out as well!
Products Referenced in This Question
T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- Powered Converter
- Custom Fit
- 4 Flat
- Tekonsha
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Redarc In-Vehicle BCDC Battery Charger - Dual Input - DC to DC - 12V/24V - 25 Amp
- Battery Charger
- Battery Charger
- RV/Camper
- Trailer
- 75 Ah
- 200 Ah
- Charges/Maintains
- 12V
- Solar Panels to Auxiliary Battery
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- Redarc
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Curt Mounting Bracket for 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Wiring
- Mounting Hardware
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- 4 Flat
- CURT
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Curt No-Drill Bracket for 6-Way or 7-Way Round Trailer Connector Mounting Bracket - Long
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Wiring
- Mounting Hardware
- Brackets
- 6 Round
- 7 Round
- CURT
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7-Way RV Upgrade Kit for Trailer Brake Controller Installation - 12 Gauge Wires
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Installation Kits
- etrailer
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- Battery Charger
- Battery Charger
- RV/Camper
- Trailer
- Charges Only
- 12V
- 24V
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- Redarc
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 600 lbs TW
- 6000 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- Concealed Cross Tube
- CURT
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