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• How to Tell if a Vehicle has a Tow Package or Not
  A tow package for a vehicle is usually a frame mounted trailer hitch and trailer wiring on a vehicle like your 2002 Dodge Dakota. If you have those two things you could pretty easily assume you have the tow package. Or, you can take the VIN of your vehicle to a Dodge dealer and they will be able to tell you. If you do not have a hitch the # C13280 that you referenced would be a great option.
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• Towing Capacity of a 2003 Dodge Dakota with 4.7L V8 Engine
  The white tag inside the driver's door jamb of your 2003 Dodge Dakota does not list the gross trailer weight (GTW). However, it does list the gross combined weight rating (GCWR) and the gross vehicle weight (GVW) which if you subtract the GVWR from the GCWR will give you the GTW. In order to tow a trailer with your Dakota you are going to need a trailer hitch, wiring harness, and ball mount/hitch ball. For the trailer hitch I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C13280 which...
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• Recommended Trailer Hitch for a 2003 Dodge Dakota
  I took a look at the online owner's manual for your 2003 Dodge Dakota and it looked like the max towing capacity for your pickup when equipped with a Class III trailer hitch is 5,000 lbs. Since all of the trailer hitches available for your pickup are Class III with a max rating of 5,000 lbs (500 lbs tongue weight) and similar install difficulty (per the manufacturers) it really boils down to style. The 2 trailer hitches that are easiest to install are the Curt # C13280 and the etrailer...
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• Curt Or etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver For a 2001 Dodge Dakota?
  The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C13280 and etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e53AR are very similar in their design. Both receivers will attach to the same points on your 2001 Dodge Dakota. There are some slight differences in the construction with the Curt having more curved brackets that attach to the side of the frame. The Curt # C13280 has a tongue weight capacity of 500lbs and 5,000lbs trailer capacity. With a weight distribution hitch the capacity increases to 800lbs of tongue...
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• Towing Capacity of 2000 Dodge Dakota Sport
  I looked up your 2000 Dodge Dakota Sport and it looks to have a towing capacity of between 6,100 to 6,700 lbs so as long as your trailer would weigh less than that when loaded you'd be totally fine. If you are in need of a trailer hitch I'd recommend the USA made Curt hitch part # C13280 as it has great towing capacities and the shortest listed install time. Plus it's the best looking since only the hitch opening hangs down below the rear bumper. I attached an install video for this hitch...
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• Determining Towing Capacity for 1999 Dodge Dakota
  I wasn't able to track down an online version of the owner's manual for your 1999 Dodge Dakota so unfortunately I can't verify its towing capacity. To accurately determine this number I recommend flipping to the towing section of your manual or even contacting a local Dodge dealer with your VIN. I will say though that if the hitch on your Dakota lists a 2,000 pound towing capacity this is the limit you will need to follow even if the truck itself is capable of pulling more. To tow a heavier...
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• Installation of Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver on a 2002 Dodge Dakota
  All of the trailer hitch receivers we sell, including the Curt # C13280 you asked about, should be torqued to spec based on the install details. I've linked an install video and the install details for you as well.
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• Grade Of Mounting Bolts In Hardware For Curt Hitch C13280
  The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C13280 for 1987 - 2004 Dodge Dakota includes grade 8 hardware bolts. It is a 2" receiver with a concealed cross tube so the only portion of the hitch that is visible once installed is the receiver portion. I have attached an installation video for your reference.
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• Locking Hitch Pin Recommendation for 2000 Dodge Dakota Using Ericson Load Extender # EM07605
  I am glad your Curt Hitch and Erickson Big Bed Junior Load Extender part # EM07605 are working well on your 2000 Dodge Dakota! For locking hitch pins that you could use on the hitch and the # EM07605 you could use the part # e98880 for the hitch and then the part # BD580400 for the upright portion of the # EM07605.
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• Trailer Hitch Recommendation for a 2001 Dodge Dakota Quad Cab
  The Curt Hitch part # C13280 has been confirmed to fit all models of the 2001 Dodge Dakota so it would work well on your quad cab model. The install video I attached shows the hitch being installed on a quad cab model just like yours. It would be a pretty simple install.
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• Curt Class III Receiver Hitch for 1999 Dodge Dakota
  Curt actually offers two different Class III hitches for the 1999 Dodge Dakota. The Curt # C13280 features a square crossbar tube that will be concealed behind the truck's bumper. The only visible portion of the hitch would be the receiver tube right under the back bumper. The Curt # C13145 uses a round tube crossbar, most of which would be visible from behind the vehicle. Both hitches would install in the same manner, as you can see from the instructions I'll link to, and both hitches...
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• Trailer Hitch & Wiring For 2004 Dodge Dakota Sport
  Yep, you do have the correct hitch and wiring for your 2004 Dodge Dakota Sport: - Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C13280 - Hopkins Plug-In Simple Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # HM42205
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• Tow Dolly for 2001 Dodge Dakota to Tow 1941 Chevy Coupe
  For a vehicle as old as your 1941 Chevy Coupe it would be easiest to use a tow dolly like the # DM9713045 I'd say as there isn't a base plate kit that fits and the lighting solutions will be difficult as well due to the older wiring and lighting of the vehicle. Your truck would have the capacity needed and your Chevy would not need to be licensed to be flat towed.
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• Trailer Wiring Kit for 2017 Nissan Armada without OEM Wiring
  Hey Diego, it's likely your 2017 Nissan Armada doesn't have trailer wiring but we can help as we have the Hopkins part # N40975 which was designed for the versions of your vehicle that did not come with trailer wiring.
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• Trailer Hitch Recommendation for a 2003 Dodge Dakota Quad Cab
  For the 2003 Dodge Dakota, there are specific trailer hitches that will fit all models INCLUDING the quad cab. Take a look at Curt hitch # C13145. The instructions I have linked do specify that it fits 2 door and 4 door models. I also recommend the etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts, 2 balls, a hitch pin with clip, and a carrying bag. For trailer wiring, if needed, use # 118329. I have included a link to the installation details for the wiring as well.
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• Recommended Trailer Hitch Receiver For 1997 Dodge Dakota Sport
  For your 1997 Dodge Dakota Sport, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2 inch # C13280. This is a square tube design that will easily bolt on to your truck. It has a nice gloss black powder coat finish over a protective base coat for superior rust resistance. There is not a similar hitch to the Curt # 13229 available in style or in the number of bolts to install. It is not compatible with your model year. If you will be using this hitch receiver for...
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• Recommended Hitch, Trailer Wiring and Brake Controller for 2004 Dodge Dakota
  To provide a 7-way for your Dakota, you'd first need to install a 4-pole flat like part # 118323. You'd then use the adapter provided in the # ETBC7 brake controller install kit to convert the 4-pole to a 7-way. The adapter would plug into the 4-pole, leaving 4 wires remaining. The black wire and the blue wire would be extended with wire included in the kit and ran under the vehicle to the engine compartment. The black wire would run to a 40 amp breaker provided in the kit, and then to...
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• Recommended Hitch For A 2001 Dodge Dakota Quad Cab
  We have several hitch receivers available for your 2001 Dodge Dakota. All of which are compatible with regular, club, and quad cab models. I recommend using the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C13280 as this is a custom fit hitch specifically designed for your truck. It is a CLASS III hitch capable of towing a trailer up to 5,000 lbs. You will also need a wiring harness in order to activate your trailer's light circuit such as the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer...
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• 7-Way and Easy to Install Brake Controller for 2005 Dodge Dakota
  The 7-way kit part # 22551 could work for you to give you a functional 7-way but there's an easier way that's more plug and play for your 2005 Dodge Dakota. So you have to start with a 4-way which for that we have the custom fit Curt kit part # 55323 which is a confirmed fit and installs easily by plugging inline with your taillight connectors. Next you'll need to convert this to a 7-way which I have a really easy solution for that as well. So the easiest to install brake controller...
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• Determining if Curt 2" Bumper Mount Hitch Will Fit 2001 Dodge Dakota
  The Curt 2" Trailer Hitch # E-3S that you referenced is more of a universal application so you will just want to check the existing bolt holes on your Dodge Dakota's step bumper to see if they match the mounting holes on this hitch. If the holes on your truck are spaced apart by 8-3/4 inches (on center) then the hitch will work perfectly as a simple bolt-on application. If you find that the holes don't match up then the hitch can still be installed but you will need to drill some new...
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• Recommended Trailer Hitch for 1991 Dodge Roadtrek Class B Motorhome
  We do have some hitch fits for your 1991 Dodge Roadtrek, but the # C13280 hitch you'd looked at is a fit for the 1987-2004 Dodge Dakota and wouldn't work for you. I'd recommend the Draw-Tite # 75140 which will be a fit as long as your Dodge Roadtrek has the standard factory bumper and not the step bumper. If you do have the step bumper, it'll need to be removed and replaced with a standard factory bumper.
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• Difference Between Curt Class III # C13145 and # C13280 for a 2003 Dodge Dakota
  The primary differences between the Curt # C13280 and # C13145 are cosmetic. The C13280 would be mainly concealed behind the rear bumper, while the C13145 would be visible. The hitches have identical capacities, so either would work great from a functional standpoint. Because there's not an important difference between the two, I'd personally choose the C13280 because of its lower cost. It just so happens we offer a small trailer designed for carrying kayaks and other items that would...
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• Does Trailer Hitch From 2006 Dodge Dakota Fit 2017 Nissan NV200
  Trailer hitches are vehicle-specific fits so a hitch from a 2006 Dodge Dakota would not fit a 2017 Nissan NV200 van. For a '17 NV200 I recommend the Draw-Tite # 75898, which is a Class III hitch with a 2" receiver that bolts on; it will not require any drilling into your van's frame to install. For wiring which will give you a 4-way connector and allow you to power your trailer's lights you need Wiring Harness # 118597. I also recommend checking out Ball Mount Kit # 989900, which is...
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• Recommended Trailer Hitch That Is Least Visible On 1994 Dodge Dakota
  The trailer hitch I recommend for your 1994 Dakota with the least visibility is the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver, part # C13145. This trailer hitch is designed with the receiver tube even with the horizontal bar of the hitch. Most hitches have the receiver tube welded below the bar, making it more visible. None of the aftermarket hitches will be completely hidden as they are mounted below the truck frame but this hitch is the least visible of the hitches we offer. If you plan on doing...
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