Hitch Recommendation for a 2001 Toyota 4Runner that Doesnt Interfere with Spare Tire

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Hi there, I have a 2001 Toyota 4Runner, the spare tire is mounted underneath the car. Can thisor any othertow hitch be installed around the tire? Or will the tire need to be removed. Thanks!

asked by: Leah D

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Helpful Expert Reply:

The Draw Tite Hitch part # 75091 is confirmed to fit your 2001 Toyota 4Runner and we had a customer write in a review saying that this hitch installs without any interference with the factory spare tire.

The instructions for this product indicate that you might need to position the spare further forward, but that you would be able to retain the spare.

You will be able to keep your spare with this hitch.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

I attached a picture that has the install instructions for the Curt hitch #C13087 that you have as well as a link to them on this page as well. Sometimes the instructions are stuffed down the hitch tube opening which can make them harder to find.

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Answer 2

I may have an alternate option available that will require drilling to get installed, but with your 1996 Toyota Prado not being an American market vehicle, I cannot confirm the fit of any hitch we carry. I did include diagrams for the Curt #13445 and…

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Answer 3

The larger spare should fit with the Curt item #C13087 but no one tests these hitches out for larger than stock spare tires. We just don't have that information available to us. The reason I say the Curt should work is the exact reason you…

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Answer 4

I recommend picking up the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e37KR and the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness #C55341 for your 1997 Toyota 4Runner. The etrailer hitch has a matte black finish that's more durable than the glossy black finishes…

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Answer 5

When the manufacturer tests the fit of a hitch like the Draw-Tite #75091 they do not test for larger spare tires. From what I have found, the #75091 is about the same as the OEM hitch and leaves very little room for your typical spare tire. That…

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Answer 6

Yes, we do sell the installation hardware for the Curt trailer hitch receiver #C13087. Use part #RHK and then select "Curt" from the drop down and enter the part number. This will order the exact hardware that is included with a new hitch.

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Answer 7

I have a few different options for you, but the Draw-Tite Receiver #65041 is not going to fit a 1998 Toyota 4Runner. If you want to stick with the Draw-Tite brand, I recommend going with the Max-Frame Hitch Receiver #75091. It is a Class III hitch,…

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Answer 8

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 9

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Hitch Recommendation for a 2001 Toyota 4Runner that Doesnt Interfere with Spare Tire

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