etrailer vs. Curt Hitch on a 2013 GMC Terrain

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What is your HONEST opinion about the DRAW TITE versus the CURT hitches as far as finish holding up to the elements in the North East part of the country. I have a 2013 GMC Terrain and am looking at the 76028 or the 13591 hitches. Another question is both will fit without any modifications to my vehiche correct? I initially will use it to hold a bike rack but may also get a small trailer to pull a 4 wheeler. If it were your vehicle which would you put on your Terrain. PLEASE be honest. Thanks

asked by: Larry

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In terms of quality both etrailer and Curt make very reliable trailer hitches and honestly neither is going to wilt under the elements in the northeast U.S. When choosing a hitch what people generally look at is capacity and, like you asked, if modifications are going to be made to their vehicle.

The etrailer # e98865 and the Curt # 13591 are basically identical hitches except for their finishes. The Curt has a glossy black finish and the etrailer has a matte black finish which I think blends into the vehicle better, but it comes down to a matter of preference.

If you are going to be towing eventually you'll need a 4-way connector # 118494 and I also recommend checking out Ball Mount Kit # 989900, which may fulfill your towing needs in one tidy package; two ball mounts - one with a 3/4” rise or 2” drop and the other with a 2-3/4” rise or 4” drop - a 1-7/8” hitch ball, a 2” hitch ball, and a pin and clip. You can use the link to the help article on ball mounts I've added to determine if this kit will give you the correct amount of drop or rise. I've also attached links to a video review of the ball mount kit and our page with each of our ball mounts, as well as links to install videos of both hitches and a link to our page with our selection of bike racks.

expert reply by: Kyle S

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Answer 1

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 2

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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For the hitches confirmed as a fit for your 2015 like the etrailer #e98865 the included bolts are size 1/2-13 x1.75 and M12x1.75x40 mm which is the same thread size as what you bought. Factory weld nuts notoriously get rust/dirt in them which…

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Answer 4

There are a few different size bolts used to attach a trailer hitch to your 2015 Chevrolet Equinox. In order to make sure you get the correct ones, I would need to know exactly what trailer hitch you have as some do use different lengths for this…

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Answer 5

Hey Thaddeus, thanks for reaching out! The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C37RV and the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e69MV are going to install the same way and have the same basic design to fit to your 2025 Kia Sorento. The difference between them…

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Both the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #13591 and the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver #76028 are excellent choices for your 2017 Chevrolet Equinox and are confirmed to fit. There are advantages to both trailer hitch options. When the Curt…

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Answer 7

For your 2013 Chevy Equinox, the #e98865 you bought (according to the invoice associated with your email) is the correct fit. It is a fit for 2005 to 2017 models so it is likely there is either grime in the weldnuts or powder coat overspray that is…

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