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• Is it Better to Go with Higher or Lower Rise Ball Mount than Needed
  You've got good instincts. I recommend going with a ball mount that has a 2 inch rise for the exact reason you mentioned, the truck will settle a bit with the tongue weight and any cargo weight. The ball mount we offer with a 2 inch rise is the Curt Class III Drawbar # C45270. This is considered an extra long ball mount, measuring 13 inches from the hitch pin hole to the ball hole. Another option is the Curt Ball Mount for 2 Inch Hitches - Angled Shank # C45230. This ball mount has...
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• Will The Aftermarket Hitches For A 2018 Mercedes GLE 350 Be Inferior To A Factory Mercedes Hitch
  From what I could find out, your 2018 Mercedes GLE 350 has a maximum towing capacity of 7,200 pounds. With that being said, the Curt # C13411 and the Draw-Tite # 76141 will not get all the way to your vehicle's max capacities, but will come very close. The 7,000 pound towing rating and the 700 pound tongue weight are accurate and will be what both of these hitches are rated up to. With your boat and trailer having a combined weight of 3,500 pounds, both of these will work perfectly. However,...
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• What is Pin Hole to Nearest Part of Ball Mount Platform of Curt Ball Mount # C45155
  Hey Andy, the distance from the center of the hitch pin hole of the Curt Ball Mount # C45155 to the nearest portion of the ball mount platform along the bottom side is 3-1/8 inches.
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• Adjustable Ball Mount For A 2014 Mercedes Benz GLK
  To get your ball to the height you are wanting on your 2014 Mercedes Benz GLK I recommend using an adjustable mount. I recommend the B&W Tow & Stow 2-Ball Mount - 2" Hitch - 5" Drop, 5-1/2" Rise - 7.5K - Black Item # BWTS10038B. It provides a 1-7/8" ball and a 2" ball for different trailer couplers and fits 2" receivers. It is going to provide a 5-1/2" rise so it is going to provide the adjustability you are looking for. I recommend making sure the trailer doesn't exceed the weight capacity...
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• How to Choose a Ball Mount for a 2018 Toyota 4Runner
  In order to choose the correct ball mount for your new 2018 Toyota 4Runner you will first need to measure from the ground to the top inside edge of your trailer hitch and then from the ground to the bottom of the coupler on your trailer while level. The difference between the two measurements will tell you the correct amount of rise/drop you need to look for in a ball mount. Once you obtain these measurements you can either let me know what they are so I can make a recommendation or use...
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• Availability of Ball Mount in Rise Position with Pre-Torqued Ball
  Hey Tom, I wish we had a way to do that but we don't have an option to order the Draw Tite ball mount # DT49MR pre-torqued in the rise position but we do have some similar options: etrailer ball mount part # e38NR with a rise of 2-3/4inches Curt # C45155 rise of 2-1/4 inch Curt # C45152 rise of 2 inch
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• Recommended Brake Controller and Wiring for a 2022 Toyota Sienna
  We have exactly what you need to add a brake controller and wiring to your 2022 Toyota Sienna. For a brake controller I recommend the Redarc Tow-Pro Elite # RED44FR because it not only is a great controller, but it also installs out of the way and has a small knob that you use to adjust settings. Since space is typically limited in and around the dash of minivans nowadays the mounting convenience is invaluable. For wiring you need to start off with a 4-Way # TK69FR for the standard light...
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• What is the Coupler Height of the Malone MicroSportXT Trailer # MPG460XT
  I spoke with my contact at Malone who said that the coupler height of the Malone MicroSportXT Trailer # MPG460XT is 15". When we installed the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver # 76138 on a 2017 Mazda CX-5 the coupler height (from the ground to the top of the inside of the receiver) measured 13". If this is the case with your 2018 model then that means you will need a ball mount with a 2" rise. The Curt Fusion Ball Mount # C45155 is a great option as it has a 2-1/4" rise (the...
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• Recommended Parts Needed to Tow with a 2019 Ford Flex
  The trailer hitch that I recommend using to tow a small trailer with your 2019 Ford Flex is the Draw-Tite Max-Frame # 75679 which is a confirmed fit for your vehicle. Then for wiring I recommend the Tekonsha T-One # 118472 because it has the highest amp draw rating out of the available options. This means that if you end up towing a trailer with a fair amount of lights on it you won't overdraw this wiring harness. If you would like to mount this near the receiver then you can use the mounting...
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• How To Determine Which Ball Mount To Choose
  We have a very wide variety of ball mounts to choose from. Finding the correct one will depend on a few things though. First you will need to know the distance from the ground to the top of the inside of the trailer hitch once installed. Next, you will then need to measure from the ground to the bottom of the trailer coupler when on as even a surface as possible. The difference will tell you how much drop or rise you will need. As an example, if the trailer hitch measures 12" and the...
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• How to Determine Correct Ball Mount Rise/Drop for Towing with a 2015 Subaru Outback Wagon
  To choose the correct rise/drop for a ball mount you'll first want to park both your 2015 Subaru Outback Wagon and your single jetski trailer on level ground and then take some measurements. For your Outback Wagon you want to measure from the ground to the top inside of the hitch receiver, and then for your trailer you want to measure from the ground to the bottom of the coupler. If your hitch is higher then you need a drop but if your trailer is higher you need a rise. Simply subtract...
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• Grille Guard and Hitch Recommendation for 2018 Toyota RAV4
  Best option for the front that we offer is a grille guard like part # AA2065 which is a fit for your 2018 Toyota RAV4 as it's designed to protect the front of the vehicle. Then for the rear a trailer hitch like the etrailer part # e98864 would work to some degree but it's not really designed for protection. You could then use a ball mount like # C45155 to give a bit more protection as well.
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• Towing Capacity of a 2012 Toyota Prius V
  According to the owner's manual for your 2012 Toyota Prius V, "Toyota does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle. Toyota also does not recommend the installation of a tow hitch or the use of a tow hitch carrier for a wheelchair, scooter, bicycle, etc. Your vehicle is not designed for trailer towing or for the use of tow hitch mounted carriers." If you choose to do so anyway you will need a trailer hitch, wiring harness, and ball mount/hitch ball. For this, I recommend using...
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• Will Curt Trailer Hitch C13381 fit a 2019 VW Tiguan 4Motion
  Yes, as long as your 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan 4Motion is a model S, SE, SEL or SEL Premium, the Curt # C13381 Trailer Hitch will fit perfectly. Just note that the hands-free liftgate sensor will be limited to either side of the receiver as the 2 inch square receiver will interfere with it in the center. If you're planning on towing a trailer, I recommend the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat # C56403 to power up your trailer lights. This is the only custom harness...
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• How to Carry a Heavy Kayak with the 2022 Chrysler Pacifica
  To transport a kayak with your 2022 Chrysler Pacifica we'll need to get you a trailer hitch so you can tow a roof rack on wheels since there currently (as of May 2023) aren't any roof rack options for your vehicle aside from what it comes from the factory with, and even that isn't compatible with the Hullavator. For the trailer hitch I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C65CR because it has a 2" receiver and hidden crosstube. Then for wiring you need the T-One # TK96FR along with...
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• Ball Mount with 2 Inch Rise and Ball Already Installed in Rise Position
  The Curt ball mount # C45042 only comes with the ball torqued into the drop position but we do have part # C45155. This has the ball in the rise position and it's a 2-1/4 inch rise but it's only a 2 inch ball not a 2-5/16 inch. If you need a 2-5/16 inch ball you'll need to move the ball on part # C45042.
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• Recommended Trailer Hitch And Wiring Harness For A 2022 GMC Terrain
  Installing the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness # C94FR on your 2022 GMC Terrain will not require any extra fuses or relays to get up and running as everything needed will be included. So it really is a plug and play harness. I included an install video we did on a 2020 Terrain for you to check out as well. I can also confirm that the Curt # C77FR hitch will install quickly and easily on your 2022 Terrain. The access holes in the frame may need to opened up a little to allow the...
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• Parts Needed to Tow a Boat Trailer with a 2017 Honda HR-V
  I'll be happy to help you get your 2017 Honda HR-V setup for towing a boat trailer! Whenever a 2" hitch receiver is available for a vehicle I usually recommend going that route just because it allows you to use a wider variety of accessories. So for a hitch I recommend using the EcoHitch # 306-X7322 which has the 2" receiver and a hidden crosstube, however since I know that pricing is always a factor if you wanted something a little more cost-effective I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch...
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• Recommended 2 Inch Receiver Ball Mount With 2 Inch Rise And 2 Inch Hitch Ball
  The Curt Fusion Ball Mount for 2" Hitches - 2" Ball - 2-1/4" Rise - 7,500 lbs, # C45155, has the 2-1/4 inch rise that you mentioned. A 1/4 inch won't make much difference at all and will allow allow you to tow safely, so I recommend this ball mount for your application. The pin and clip are included with this ball mount and the 2 inch ball is welded to the unit.
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• Recommended Trailer Hitch And Wiring For A 2022 Toyota Highlander Hybrid
  We definitely have what you need to get your 2022 Toyota Highlander Hybrid set up to tow your trailer. To start with, you will want the etrailer.com Custom Fit Class III Hitch # e75ZR. This will require no drilling for the install and I included an install video we have of it being installed on a 22 Highlander for you to check out. It is a little bit of work to get everything done properly, but not overly so and the video will definitely help. Next you will want the Tekonsha T-One Vehicle...
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• Weight Capacity for and Parts Needed to Tow with a 2017 BMW X1
  From what I could find online it looks like the towing capacity of your 2017 BMW X1 ranges from 1,023 lbs - 1,177 lbs depending on the exact model. You should be able to find specifics on this in your owner's manual as I couldn't locate one online. If you don't have your owner's manual or can't find the capacities then you can always contact your local dealer with your VIN for that capacity. The reason why the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C13303 that you referenced has such a higher weight...
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• What Do I Need for Mounting My European Model of Thule EasyFold XT 933300?
  I have a possible solution for you. I went ahead and called my contact at Thule, and he gave me some European specs for the Thule EasyFold XT 933300. Since the European Thule EasyFold XT utilizes a hitch ball mount between 22mm-80mm, your best bet is the Curt Fusion Ball Mount for 2" Hitches - 2" Ball - 2-1/4" Rise - 7,500 lbs # C45155. The Curt fusion ball mount will satisfy both the shank length requirement and the ball size requirement for mounting the 933300. If you need a hitch recommendation...
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• Will the Malone EcoLight Sport Trailer # MAL53FR Have Enough Space for Our 2 Fishing Kayaks?
  If you are set on transporting your 2 fishing kayaks that are ~30 inches wide with the Malone EcoLight Sport Trailer - 58" # MAL53FR, you will be able to transport your kayaks as long as they are transported with a j-style carrier. For this option, I recommend the Malone EcoLight Sport Trailer that has 58" crossbars and has j-style that come with it. This is the Malone EcoLight Sport Trailer with J-Style Carriers for 2 Kayaks # MAL93FR. The j-style cradles will be able to accommodate kayaks...
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• Trailer Hitch Recommendation for 2017 Jeep Patriot
  For your 2017 Jeep Patriot, I highly recommend the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e98836 because it's super easy to install, offers a superior matte black powder coat finish to protect it from rust and corrosion, and its 4,000 lb tow rating is more than enough to safely tow your wave runner to and from the lake as often as you'd like. If you don't already have the rest of the towing components, I'll list my recommendations below: Hopkins Plug-In Simple Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole...
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