Which Trailer Wiring Harness for 2008 Toyota Prius

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I have a 2008 Prius. Need Trailer Light Kit. You list two. Code 118505 and C56147. Confusing, which one do I need? Thank for a quick reply.

asked by: Milton M

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If the trailer you'll be pulling has minimum lighting, one stop/turn/taillight on each side at the rear of the trailer, or if the lamps are LEDs then the Tow Ready # 118505 would work just fine for you.

The Curt # C56147 has a slightly higher capacity, so if you have more lamps on your trailer other than the minimum amount mentioned above, the Curt harness might be a better choice.

I've linked you to an install video for the Tow Ready harness. The procedure for the Curt harness would be identical.

Before attempting to tow with your Prius, I'd recommend you check with your owner's manual to determine the vehicle's towing capacity.

expert reply by: Mike L

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Answer 1

When measuring the ball height of a trailer or dolly, like part #RM-2050-1, you measure from the ground to the bottom of the coupler. In order to tow the dolly level you also want to measure from the ground to the top inside edge of your…

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Answer 2

Yes, the Dexter Trailer Idler Hub Assembly part #8-91-05UC1 will work with the bearing part #L44643 and the race part #L44610. They both have a 1.980" outer diameter which is why they are compatible with the above trailer hub. As long as your…

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Answer 3

The bearing part #L44649 has an inner diameter of 1.063 and is typically used in 3,500 lb axle hubs and the #L44643 has an inner diameter of 1 inch and is typically used on 2,000 lb axle hubs. If you can get me more info on your trailer like axle…

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Answer 4

Flipping your axle will help with the upward bend to assist in support and reducing uneven wear on tires. The natural bow in an axle is designed to be slightly upward so under load it will even to level at most. To flip your axle you may need to…

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Answer 5

To mount the CE Smith Winch Stand #CE31013G on a trailer requires you to slip the lower portion with the holes drilled through it over the pole tongue of your trailer. The various holes are there to allow you to match the correct height and angle…

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Answer 6

The height of the frame does not matter, just the width. So with a 2 inch wide frame you can install CE Smith Winch Stand #CE31013G.

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Answer 7

The Curt Class I receiver hitch you mentioned, part #C11468 would be a great choice for your 2009 Prius. The trailer wiring harness is sold separately as part #118505. If you use the provided links, you can see install videos for both the hitch and…

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Answer 8

The most economical tire and wheel combo with a 4 bolt pattern and 205/65-10 tire (replaces the 20.5x8-10 size) is #AM3H330. It is rated for 910 pounds at 35 psi. So for a single axle the total capacity of the tires would be 1820 pounds. But you…

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