2016 Ford Explorer Trailer Hitch and Wiring Harness Recommendations
Question:
looking for a hitch and wiring harness for a 2016 Ford Explorer XLT what do yall recommend
asked by: Brian B
Expert Reply:
Hey Brian, I'd be happy to help you out!
I recommend using the following for your 2016 Ford Explorer XLT:
- etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e98867
- Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness # C56172
- Curt No-Drill Bracket # C83DR
- Mounting Bracket # 18144
I really like the etrailer hitch because of the matte black finish since it looks better and is more durable than the other hitches for your vehicle. Then the T-Connector tees into your OEM wiring and the 4-Way connector is held in place with the recommended mounting brackets.
To complete your towing setup I recommend checking out the Curt Towing Starter Kit # C45534 as well.
Attached are some installation videos for you to check out!
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Products Referenced in This Question
Curt Towing Starter Kit for 2" Hitches - 2" Ball - 3/4" Rise, 2" Drop - 7.5K
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Fixed Ball Mount
- One Ball
- 2 Inch Ball
- Steel Shank - Gloss Black
- Drop - 2 Inch
- Rise - 0 Inch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 7500 lbs GTW
- Pre-Torqued
- CURT
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Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- No Converter
- Custom Fit
- 4 Flat
- CURT
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Curt No-Drill Bracket for 4-, 5-, or 6-Way Trailer Connector Mounting Brackets - Short
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Wiring
- Mounting Hardware
- Brackets
- CURT
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etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 400 lbs TW
- 4000 lbs GTW
- 5000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 500 lbs WD TW
- Visible Cross Tube
- etrailer
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