Recommended Trailer Hitch for 2015 Honda Odyssey for Towing Jet Ski Trailer
Question:
I am planning to prepare my 2015 odyssey this coming summer to tow jet ski possible 3 seater one recreational purpose. I like the design of this that is hidden behind the bumper. I was wondering whether this is part is the good one to buy.
asked by: Bryan
Expert Reply:
The Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver # 76025 that you referenced is a great option for your 2015 Honda Odyssey and I like it for the same reason you do. This particular hitch does indeed have a hidden crosstube design so only the 2 inch receiver is visible, allowing for a really clean look behind the Odyssey (see attached image).
This is a Class III hitch and it has a towing weight capacity of 3,500 pounds. I have included an installation video that you can use for reference. This will work perfectly to pull your jet ski trailer.
In order to tow a trailer you will also need a trailer wiring harness. For this I recommend the Tekonsha T-One # 118521 because it is the easiest to install and features the highest amp rating available for your Honda Odyssey. This will simply plug into existing ports behind the driver's side interior trim panel in the rear cargo area to provide you with a 4-Way connector to power a trailer's signal lights.
I have again attached an installation video that you can take a look at.
Lastly to pull a trailer you will need a ball mount like the Convert-A-Ball # AMSC2 and a hitch ball like the 2 inch # 63845 or the 1-7/8 inch # 19260 (depending on what the coupler on your trailer accepts). This particular ball mount has a 3/4 inch rise and a 2 inch drop. I have attached a great article on selecting the best ball mount for your setup if this particular unit does not allow the trailer to be level when hooked up to your van.
I have also included a couple good articles on trailer towing that you might find helpful.
Products Referenced in This Question
T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- Vehicle End Connector
- Powered Converter
- No Tow Package
- 4 Flat
- Plug and Lead
- Plug-In
- Hidden
- Tekonsha
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1-7/8" Hitch Ball - 1" Diameter x 2-1/8" Long Shank - Chrome - 2,000 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 1-7/8 Inch Diameter Ball
- 2-1/8 Inch Shank Length
- 1 Inch Diameter Shank
- 2000 lbs GTW
- Class III
- Draw-Tite
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2" Hitch Ball - 1" Diameter x 2-1/8" Long Shank - Chrome - 7,500 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 2 Inch Diameter Ball
- 2-1/8 Inch Shank Length
- 1 Inch Diameter Shank
- 7500 lbs GTW
- Class III
- Tow Ready
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Convert-A-Ball Ball Mount for 2" Hitches - 3/4" Rise, 2" Drop - 10,000 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Fixed Ball Mount
- No Ball
- Steel Shank - Matte Black
- Drop - 2 Inch
- Rise - 1 Inch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 10000 lbs GTW
- Shock Absorbing
- Convert-A-Ball
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Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 525 lbs TW
- 3500 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- Concealed Cross Tube
- Draw-Tite
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