Purpose of Mounting Plate Extending From Crossbar on Draw-Tite Class III Receiver Hitch # 87414

Expert Reply:

The plate you see on the hitch (see photo) would provide a mounting point for the trailer connector bracket.

For a 4-pole connector, you would use # 18144. For a 5-pole, use # TR20046 and for a 6 or 7-way connector, use part # 18138. Hardware is included with the brackets.

If you were planning on using the hitch for towing purposes, you will need the following items if you do not already have them:

Trailer wiring harness, part # 118415 or with tow package, part # 118258
Ball mount, part # 2923
1-7/8 inch trailer ball, part # 19260
2 inch trailer ball, part # 19247
Hitch pin and clip, part # PC3
Locking hitch pin, part # 40107

To view the install instructions and videos, click the provided links.

expert reply by: Mike L