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• Installation of the Draw-Tite Hitch 75578 on a 2012 Jeep Liberty Sport
  Good news, I can help you figure out how the Draw-Tite Hitch # 75578 will mount on your 2012 Jeep Liberty Sport. You are correct, if the hitch has to protrude then the more economically priced Curt hitch # 13245 will be a good solution for your Liberty. I've attached some image of the Draw-Tite Hitch mounted on the 2012 Jeep Liberty for you to take a look at. The hitch does stick out from underneath the vehicle quite a bit, unlike the one on your Grand Cherokee. While it isn't very...
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• Will the Curt Trailer Hitch C13900 Fit a 2008 Jeep Liberty
  Yes, the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C13900 will fit a 2008 Jeep Liberty. In order to install the trailer hitch properly you will need to use the bolt holes located in the "A" and "C" positions which you can see in the attached photo. That said, the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 13245 is a better option because it is a full custom fit hitch whereas the above is multi-fit. The custom fit hitch is designed specifically for your Jeep Liberty so it will be a better overall fit with...
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• How Far Past Bumper is Draw-Tite And Curt Trailer Hitch Receivers on 2011 Jeep Liberty
  I took a couple measurements on the hitch receivers themselves and compared it to the measurements we made when we installed them on Jeeps to determine if there's a difference. We've installed the Draw-Tite # 75578 on a 2008 Jeep Liberty and the Curt # 13245 on a 2011. The hitch pin hole of the Draw-Tite on the 2008 lines up perfectly even with the bumper's edge as shown in the video. The pin hole is 2-1/2 inches from the end of the receiver tube per my measurement. So when we combine...
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• Roof Rack For 2006 Toyota Highlander with Raised Rails
  I spoke with a tech at my local Toyota dealer and he told me that the roof weight capacity for the 2006 Toyota Highlander is 100 lbs. This weight capacity applies to factory or aftermarket crossbars. For a set of bars to fit your raised rails you would want the Malone AirFlow2 Roof Rack - 58" Long # MPG216. Check out the install video I attached as well. The Jeep Liberty stopped being made in 2012 so there are no 2014 Liberty hitch fits.If you had a 2012 Liberty the Curt # 13245 would be a fit.
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• Differences Between Curt # 13245 and Hidden Hitch # 87450 Class III Hitches for 2012 Jeep Liberty
  The two trailer hitch receivers for your 2012 Jeep Liberty that you referenced, Curt # 13245 and Draw-Tite # 75578, offer identical performance ratings and features. Both are Class III-rated 2-inch receivers with a tongue weight capacity (the downward force on the hitch) of 500-lbs and a maximum gross trailer weight rating of 5000-lbs. Both hitch's towing capacities increase equally when used with a weight distribution system and both are round tube designs that bolt on with included hardware,...
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• How Much Can a 2002 Jeep Liberty Tow and What is Needed
  According to the owner's manual for your 2002 Jeep Liberty, the maximum towing capacity is 2,000 lbs if you do not have the factory trailer tow package or 5,000 lbs if you do have the factory trailer tow package. If you do not know whether or not you have the factory trailer tow package you can call the dealer with your VIN and ask. In order to tow a trailer with your Jeep Liberty you will need a trailer hitch, trailer wiring harness, and ball mount/hitch ball. For a trailer hitch, I recommend...
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• Will the Curt Trailer Hitch fit a 2011 Jeep Liberty With Full Size 235/70-16 Spare
  The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 13245 which is a fit for a 2011 Jeep Liberty will work on models with the factory full size spare tire. If the 235/70-16 is the factory size spare tire then you won't have any issues. That said, I don't have a list of specific tires sizes that the hitch will work with but so long as this has not been changed out from the factory you will be good to go. I have attached a photo of the hitch installed with a full size spare tire for reference.
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• Does a 2012 Jeep Liberty have Enough Towing Capacity for a Motorcycle Trailer
  As long as both the hitch you have installed on your 2012 Jeep Liberty and the vehicle itself has the capacity to tow the weight of your trailer and the Can Am Commander you would be good to go as-is. Based on what you listed the weight of your trailer and Commander would be 1,950 lbs combined which would be way less than the 5,000 lb rating you said your Jeep has. As long as your hitch has a high enough capacity you would be good to go. I attached a help article on trailer towing for...
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• Will Weight Distribution Help Sway of Trailer Sized 5 by 8 ft
  The sway you are experiencing is not going to be fixed by a weight distribution system. What you will need to do is move as much weight forward in the trailer as possible and also make sure the trailer is sitting level as well and the sway you mentioned will go away. Picking out the correct ball mount will allow your trailer to sit as level as possible. Basically you will first measure the height from the ground to the top of the receiver opening on the hitch while on level ground. Next,...
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• Does Installation of Lift Kit and Larger Tires Affect Hitch Install on 2012 Jeep Liberty
  The install of the Curt Trailer Hitch part # 13245 will not be affected by your lift kit or the size tires you have. What will get affected is the rise/drop ball mount you would need to allow your trailer to be towed level. You have to go with the correct rise/drop that will allow this. I attached an FAQ that details how to pick out the correct ball mount. Picking out the correct ball mount will allow your trailer to sit as level as possible. Basically you will first measure the height...
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• Difference Between Reese and Curt Hitch for 2011 Jeep Liberty
  Curt and Draw Tite hitches are made by different manufacturers so they are definitely different but the for the most part we have found that they end up being pretty similar overall since they both try to accomplish the same thing. If someone saw either hitch on your vehicle and didn't happen to see a sticker or brand label they wouldn't be able to identify the brand just from the appearance. That being said there are some subtle dimension changes between the brands. For example the Curt...
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• Troubleshooting Curt Hitch Hardware Not Fitting 2008 Jeep Liberty
  The hardware that comes with the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # 13245 are 6 conical tooth washers and 6 M12x1.75 bolts. These are designed to fit your 2008 Jeep Liberty exactly so if the hardware isn't fitting I'd triple check what you received is correct. If you ordered it from us let me know what your order number is and I can have our customer service team reach out to you. I've never heard of this being a problem with this hitch before so the only thing I can think of is that you need...
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• Will Curt Class III Trailer Hitch # 13245 Fit a 2009 Jeep Liberty with 2 Wheel Drive
  Any of the trailer hitches listed for the 2009 Jeep Liberty will fit any model, 2 wheel drive or 4 wheel drive. This includes the Curt Class III Trailer Hitch, # 13245, that you have referenced. I have included a link to the installation details for reference and a link to all of the available hitches for the 2009 Liberty. If you plan on doing some towing with the hitch, the recommended ball mount is # C45010 with pin and clip # PC3. You can use ball # 19260 (1-7/8 inch diameter), # 63845...
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• Curt Hitch that Fits 2008 Jeep Liberty
  We have a Curt hitch that fits a 2008 Jeep Liberty Thomas with the part # 13245 but the hitch you mentioned is for Honda Pilots.
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• Are More Parts Needed to Carry a Bike Rack Using Curt Trailer Hitch on a 2012 Jeep Liberty
  A trailer wiring kit is to power the lights of a trailer. Since you're going to be using the Curt hitch, part # 13245, for a bike rack and not to tow a trailer you won't need a wiring kit, or anything else. The hitch includes all of the hardware for installation and that's all you need. To mount the bike rack you could need a hitch pin, like # PC3, but that depends on the rack. Many have specific pins that work with the rack and a universal one won't work. It's likely you already have...
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• Recommended Trailer Hitch And Wiring For 2010 Jeep Liberty
  The installation of a trailer hitch on your Jeep Liberty is very simple. It requires no drilling and only requires a torque wrench when tightening the fasteners. If you wish to have it installed by someone else, any garage should be able to take care of that for you. The trailer hitch I recommend is the Curt Trailer Hitch, part # 13245. This is a Class lll hitch and it has a 2 inch receiver opening. You can check out the attached installation video for this hitch which shows how simple...
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• Hitch Recommendation for 2008 Jeep Liberty that Will Fit with Full Sized Spare
  Yes, the Curt Hitch part # 13245 that you referenced will fit on your 2008 Jeep Liberty and will work great with your full sized spare under the rear of your vehicle. I attached a picture that shows the hitch installed with a spare installed as well. I also attached an install video for this hitch for you to check out as well.
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• What Does Curt Hitch # 13245 Weigh
  The Curt hitch part # 13245 that you referenced weighs 34 lbs.
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• Will the Curt Hitch 13245 Fit a 2011 Jeep Liberty Sport
  Yes, the Curt hitch part # 13245 has been confirmed as a fit for your 2011 Jeep Liberty Sport as it is a fit for all models of the 2011 Liberty. I attached an install video for this product for you to check out as well. If you wanted to do some towing you might be interested in etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts; one with a 3/4 inch rise or 2 inch drop and one with a 2-3/4 inch rise or 4 inch drop. It also includes a 1-7/8 inch ball, 2 inch ball, hitch pin with...
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• Tools Needed to Install Curt # 13245 Class III Trailer Hitch on 2008 Jeep Liberty
  The Curt Class III hitch, part # 13245 would require a ratchet, an 18 and 19mm socket and a torque wrench. If you click the provided links, you can see the install instructions and a video showing the hitch being installed on a 2008 Jeep Liberty. If you'll be using the hitch for towing purposes, you'll also need the following to complete your towing set-up: Trailer wiring harness w/ 4-pole trailer connector, part # C56334 Ball mount, part # C45030 1-7/8 inch trailer ball, part # 19260...
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• Trailer Hitch Recommendation for 2012 Jeep Liberty
  For the 2012 Jeep Liberty, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch # 13245. This is a Class III rated trailer hitch with a 2 inch hitch receiver. This hitch has a maximum gross trailer weight of 5,000 pounds, but I recommend checking your vehicle's max towing capacity before choosing a trailer and cargo to tow. The Curt hitch has the same quality construction and capacity as the other choices, but with a more economically friendly price. I have attached an installation video of this hitch on...
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• Will Curt Hitch Part # 13245 Allow Spare Tire to Raise and Lower Easily
  Yes, Curt hitch # 13245 is designed to fit around the under vehicle spare tire on your 2012 Jeep Liberty. It may require you to slightly push the spare towards the front of the car as you raise of lower it so that it gets around the hitch tube but it would not make the process that much more involved. I attached an install video for this hitch for you to check out as well.
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• Recommended Trailer Hitch Receiver and Trailer Wiring Harness for 2012 Jeep Liberty
  The Curt # 13245 and Draw-Tite # 75578 are both nice 2 inch receivers compatible with your 2012 Jeep Liberty and they install in the exact same way. I recommend the Curt over the Draw-Tite simply because it is made in the USA. For your wiring, I recommend the Tekonsha T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # 118554. The Tekonsha products consistently work better than the Curt wiring harness products. The installation will be simple connections to your factory...
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• Recommended Hitch, Trailer Wiring and Brake Controller for 2008 Jeep Liberty
  If the available hitch alternatives for your Liberty, I'd recommend the Curt Class III hitch, part # 13245. All the Class III hitches for you Liberty have the same capacity and would install in the same manner. Because the quality of the Curt hitch is on the same level as the other hitches, you won't sacrifice anything by going with the lower cost Curt hitch. For trailer wiring, I'd recommend the Tow Ready # 118554, which would provide a 4-pole trailer connector. This will provide you...
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