Trailer Hitch Recommendation for a 2005 Mazda MPV Van

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I need a hitch for my van and a cargo carrier.

asked by: Mike C

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Expert Reply:

For your 2005 MPV Van, we have the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class II - 1-1/4" # C12288

My recommendation for a cargo carrier is the Curt Cargo Carrier part # C18145.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

We have not yet had a chance to video an installation of Curt wiring harness #56010 in a 2004 Mazda MPV Van but the installation process is fairly simple, requiring only that you remove your taillight assemblies briefly to plug in the snap-together…

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Answer 2

I attached a picture that has the install instructions for the Curt hitch #C13087 that you have as well as a link to them on this page as well. Sometimes the instructions are stuffed down the hitch tube opening which can make them harder to find.

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Answer 3

The Curt Circuit Protected T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness - for Mazda MPV, item #56010, will be installed inline with the connectors at the rear of the vehicle tail lights. On the drivers side and the passengers side you will need to remove the…

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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

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 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

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 9

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 10

Lance does have a proprietary plug, but many customers see a standard 6-way or 7-way round and notice it doesn't fit their factory 7-way as well. I've attached an article to help if you have one of the 7-way or 6-way round connectors which we…

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Answer 11

I did some checking and the hub/drum we offer that will work for you is the part #8-430-5UC3. This uses the same bearings as the 8-415 and will be an exact fit aside from the fact this is a non-ABS setup and the 8-415 came in an ABS setup and non-ABS…

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Answer 12

The difference between an load range C and load range D tire in the same size is the capacity and psi rating. The two tires will still have the same dimensions and fit on the same wheel. The D rated tire has a higher capacity. For a ST175/80D13 like…

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