Which Drawbar and Ball Should be used on a 2006 Honda CR-V for a 2,000 Gross Trailer Weight

Question:

there is note on the instructions saying hitch accessories must be 12 from hitch pin hole to clear spare tire? Will this Drawbar Kit 6803 do that? There are two pin holes in the hitch receiver to use? I need a two inch hitch ball 2000 1b GTW to go with it?

asked by: Jim H

Expert Reply:

Distance from hitch pin hole to clear the spare tire usually only applies to bike carriers. It does not matter in the case of a draw bar or ball mount.

The recommended ball mount for your vehicle is part # 3593 that you have referenced. It has a 2000 pound gross trailer weight capacity and a 200 tongue weight capacity and uses a ball with a 3/4 diameter shank. You could use part # 19258, which has a 3500 pound gross trailer weight capacity.

Double check the owner manual for your Honda CR-V. You can only tow as much as the lowest rated component of the system. The vehicle may be rated for less than 2,000 pounds.

expert reply by: Patrick B