Trailer Hitch and Invisible Brake Controller for 2019 Volvo XC60

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Hi, heres the setup: Tow vehicle - 2019 Volvo XC60 T6 Tear Trailer, Timbren 2000HD Axle-Less suspension Timbren 3500HD electric brakes. Trailer is already wired 7-wire. I need the appropriate hitch and brake controller for the car. Ideally, the brake controller install would be nearly invisible in the dashboard, but that may be asking too much. Just a small ask : Thanks

asked by: Marsh J

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Helpful Expert Reply:

The Stealth Hitch part # SH87FRT that you referenced would be a great option that includes trailer wiring that ties into the factory wiring of your 2019 Volvo XC60. Then for an invisible brake controller setup the Curt Echo In-Line part # C79DR would be perfect for you. This installs by plugging inline with the trailer wiring connector and once synced to your smart phone is ready to tow and doesn't put anything on your dash.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

Yes, a very small unseen part of the rear bumper fascia on a 2021 Volvo XC60 must be trimmed to install the Stealth Hitches Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver part #SH87FRT. I have attached below what this required trimming looks like.

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Answer 2

I spoke to Stealth Hitches and they informed me that the Stealth Hitches Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver w/ Towing Kit #SH87FRT will mount to your 2019 Volvo XC60 R-Design with Air Suspension. They did mention that with the different rear fascia on…

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Answer 3

With the Stealth Hitches Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver #SH87FRT you do not have to attach the 7-way to the receiver in the vertical orientation. The kit was designed this way as it would allow for the receiver and 7-way to be completely hidden when…

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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

Hey George, thanks for reaching out! As long as you aren't towing more than the 3,400 lbs I recommend using the Hidden Hitch by Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver #DT82GR for your 2023 Volvo XC60 because of the completely removable hitch receiver…

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Answer 6

The only part that will need to be trimmed or cut to install the Hidden Hitch item #DT82GR is the bottom of the fascia. I have attached a picture below that will show you this step. The Hidden Hitch item #DT82GR is confirmed to fit the 2019 Volvo…

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Answer 7

Personally I prefer the Stealth Hitches Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver w/ Towing Kit #SH27FRT over the Hidden Hitch by Draw-Tite #DT82GR. Both these are confirmed to fit the 2016-2022 model years of the Volvo XC90. The Stealth Hitches receiver is made…

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Answer 8

We've had customers install the Stealth hitch part #SH87FR on the 2020 Volvo XC60 and let us know that the hands free function still worked. They said the spot they had to move their foot was on the driver side of the hitch.

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Answer 9

To add electric brakes to your trailer you will need a hub and drum assembly such as #AKHD-545-35-K if you do not have one. To find out which hub and drum you need, what you can do is you can take apart your current hub assembly and look at the…

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Answer 10

Actually, we have an FAQ article that specifically addresses this. You can see the article by clicking the provided link. You'll need to choose a hub/drum that uses the same inner and outer bearing as your existing idler hub, and the hub/drum…

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