Trailer Hitch Installation - 2011 Dodge Dakota - Draw-Tite Video

I have included a link to the installation instructions for Curt trailer hitch #13229 and a video showing a typical installation. The instructions are pretty simple: 1. Remove existing hole plug (if present) on the center of bumper and return to…

For your wife's 2005 Dodge Dakota, I recommend the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver part #75251 which is a Class III hitch with a 2" receiver tube opening. As long as you do not have a factory trailer hitch then this option will…

For your 2008 Dodge Dakota I recommend the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver #75251. It is a confirmed fit for the 2005-2011 model years. The Class III receiver is capable of supporting 500lbs of tongue weight and trailering 5,000lbs with a…

The Draw-Tite Class III hitch you referenced, part #75251 would work perfectly on a 2007 Dodge Dakota, it fits 2005-2011 Dakota trucks. If you'll be using the hitch for towing, you might need the following items to complete your towing set-up.…

On a 2005 Dodge Dakota the Draw-Tite Class III 2 Inch Hitch, part #75251, will have a 5000 lb towing weight capacity and can be increased with the addition of a weight distribution system. The towing capacity of your Dodge Dakota is listed at 7000…

For a 2006 Dodge Dakota that does not have the factory tow package you will need to hardwire in a trailer brake controller. The first thing you will need is a 4-Way trailer wiring harness, #118323. If the truck already has a 4-Way you will not need…

The Curt trailer hitch #13229 is a great value for your 2007 Dodge Dakota and is more than capable of towing a rental trailer. The hitch is rated for 500 pounds tongue weight and 5,000 pounds gross trailer weight. Compare that to the truck's…

I would be happy to help you. The Draw-Tite item #75251 is a confirmed fit for your 2011 Dodge Dakota and does not require a lift to install it. I have linked an instruction video below that will help you understand the process involved with doing…

Yes, the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #14361 will fit your 2006 Dodge Ram 1500. It is a class IV 2" receiver that is rated for a trailer weight of 10,000lbs and 1,000lbs of tongue weight. With a weight distribution hitch the capacity increases to…

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…

The reverse light circuit is almost always on the center pin of a 7-way trailer connector which you can see from the attached photo. If your 5th wheel trailer has reverse lights then you can just tap into this but if not you would need to run a wire…

Since you haven't purchased the Expedition or the travel trailer yet it would ideal to find one with the tow package included. You will know capacity from the get go vs. adding a hitch and other components after the fact. It's important when…