Parts Required to Tow a 4 X 8 Rental Trailer With 2011 Scion tC Hatchback
Question:
I have a 2011 Scion TC and need to move a 4x8 rental trailer. Can you tell me all the parts needed for the process, including if I most likely needed a tow ball hitch, extension for the hitch and wiring harness?
asked by: Richard S
Expert Reply:
The basic components required to tow a trailer are the trailer hitch, ball mount, pin and clip, hitch ball and wiring harness to operate the trailer lights. I have linked for you two articles on towing; one covers the items needed and the other offers guidance for safe towing practices.
We offer several brands of 1-1/4-inch Class I hitches, and all can be seen on the link provided. Since all three are rated equally I suggest the cost-effective Draw-Tite # 24815. I've included a hitch install video as well as the written instructions. You can use ball mount # 3593, which includes the pin and clip, and either 1-7/8-inch hitch ball # 19256 or 2-inch ball # 19258 depending on the size of the coupler on the trailer you'll be using.
For trailer wiring you can use Curt Circuit Protected Converter w/ SMT # C56175. The install video provided shows a different vehicle, but the process will be essentially identical on your Scion.
It's a good idea to check your owner's manual for any guidance related to use of trailers.
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1-7/8" Hitch Ball - 3/4" Diameter x 1-9/16" Long Shank - Chrome - 2,000 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 1-7/8 Inch Diameter Ball
- 1-9/16 Inch Shank Length
- 3/4 Inch Diameter Shank
- 2000 lbs GTW
- Class I
- Class II
- Draw-Tite
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2" Hitch Ball - 3/4" Diameter x 1-9/16" Long Shank - Chrome - 3,500 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 2 Inch Diameter Ball
- 1-9/16 Inch Shank Length
- 3/4 Inch Diameter Shank
- 3500 lbs GTW
- Class I
- Class II
- Draw-Tite
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Draw-Tite Drawbar for 1-1/4" Hitch - 2-1/8" Rise, 2-3/4" Drop - 6-5/8" Long - 2K
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Fixed Ball Mount
- No Ball
- 3/4 Inch Ball Hole Diameter
- Steel Shank - Gloss Black
- Drop - 3 Inch
- Rise - 2 Inch
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- 2000 lbs GTW
- Class I
- Draw-Tite
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Curt Tail Light Converter with 4-Way Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
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Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class I
- 200 lbs TW
- 2000 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Concealed Cross Tube
- Draw-Tite
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