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  4. 2 Inch Hitch
  5. 3500 lbs GTW
  6. Visible Cross Tube
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2018 Cadillac Escalade
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etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2"

Part Number: e78KR
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This fully welded trailer hitch receiver bolts onto your vehicle's frame with no welding required. Matte black, powder coated steel is durable and corrosion resistant and creates a rugged look. Great Prices for the best trailer hitch from etrailer. etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2" part number e78KR can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.
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etrailer Trailer Hitch - e78KR

  • Class III
  • 2 Inch Hitch
  • 3500 lbs GTW
  • Visible Cross Tube
  • 350 lbs TW
  • etrailer
  • For Towing

This fully welded trailer hitch receiver bolts onto your vehicle's frame with no welding required. Matte black, powder coated steel is durable and corrosion resistant and creates a rugged look.


Features:

  • Custom-fit trailer hitch lets you tow a trailer or carry a bike rack or cargo carrier with your vehicle
  • Precision, robotic welding maximizes strength and improves fit
  • Bolt-on installation - no welding required
    • Complete hardware kit and installation instructions included
  • Lifetime technical support from the experts at etrailer
  • Matte black powder coat finish over protective base coat offers superior rust resistance
  • Sturdy, square-tube design
  • Ball mount, pin and clip sold separately
  • Made in the USA
    • Mounting hardware may be imported


Specs:

  • Receiver opening: 2" x 2"
  • Rating: Class III
    • Maximum gross trailer weight: 3,500 lbs
    • Maximum tongue weight: 350 lbs
    • Not rated for use with weight-distribution systems
  • Limited lifetime warranty


Rugged, Matte Black Finish

The sturdy steel construction is protected with a matte black finish for added durability. This unique powder coating gives etrailer hitches a carbide-like appearance and a rugged look that sets them apart from traditional glossy hitches. In addition to being rust and corrosion resistant, the tough matte coating hides dirt, scuffs, and dings better than a glossy finish.


Matte Carbide Finish vs Glossy Finish

Matte Carbide Finish vs Glossy Finish

etrailer Technical Support

At etrailer we're committed to the products we sell, and to our customers. Our experienced and knowledgeable staff are available via both phone and email to address your questions and concerns for the lifetime of your hitch. The technicians at etrailer perform hitch installations on a daily basis, making them a valuable resource for do-it-yourselfers. The one-on-one, personal service you'll receive comes straight from an expert in the towing and automotive field. We've installed it, we've wired it and we've towed with it, so whatever your question, we can answer it.



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Installation Details E78KR Installation instructions

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4.3

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This fully welded trailer hitch receiver bolts onto your vehicle's frame with no welding required. Matte black, powder coated steel is durable and corrosion resistant and creates a rugged look.

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Perfect fit, loved the instructional vi deos.



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2nd time I've ordered for you guys, and it has always been a smooth sale, thank you!



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I am more than satisfied with the whole process from the time I put the order in to the time the order was delivered.



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installed as advertised, all good so fa r.



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Sturdy and well built . Not the best fit . Took much more persuasion than I would have wanted from a product that cost as much and was as beefy as the one I received



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I’ve had this for one year now, no issues. It was a bitch to install, but now that it’s on I love it!



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Great customer service.



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Holes for the bolts didn’t aligned. Had to adjust by drilling new holes.



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I like the Curt hitch..Delivery was prompt and I had a muffler shop install it for $xxx.xx…Thanks



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Easy installation!



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The Curt hitch was very difficult to in stall.


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  • What is the Weight of the etrailer Hitch part # e78KR
    The total weight for the etrailer hitch part # e78KR is 27 lbs. That includes the hitch and the install hardware.
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  • Bike Rack Recommendation for a 2010 Honda Element With a Rear Spoiler
    There are options available that will allow you to carry your Electra Townie bikes on your 2010 Honda Element, but I do not recommend using a trunk mounted bike rack if you have the rear spoiler. To install a trunk mounted bike rack on a Honda Element, the top straps must go over the spoiler and hook to the top edge of the rear hatch. The spoiler on the Element was not designed to support the weight of a bike rack and bikes and could deform or even brake. Instead, I recommend installing...
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  • Diameter of Hitch Pin Holes on etrailer Trailer Hitch e78KR
    The diameter of the hitch pin hole on the etrailer Trailer Hitch # e78KR that fits your 2004 Honda Element is tje standard 5/8" diameter. They have stopped putting the smaller holes in the hitches because they are no longer used. There used to be a special kind of hitch pin called a J-pin that used that second hole, but that isn't the case anymore.
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  • Trailer Hitch with Best Ground Clearance for 2008 Honda Element EX AWD
    All of the trailer hitches available for your 2008 Honda EX are going to have pretty similar ground clearance measurements but your best option will be with the etrailer # e78KR. The 2 inch receiver on this hitch will pretty much sit right up against the bottom of the rear bumper on your Element (see attached image). This Class III hitch will require drilling for installation and it has a 3,500 pound towing weight capacity and a 350 pound tongue weight limit. I have attached an install...
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  • Recommended Trailer Wiring Harness for 2005 Honda Element
    The correct 4-pole trailer wiring harness for your 2005 Honda Element is part # C59496. This complete kit includes the harness itself, quick-splice connectors, wiring and even a circuit tester to help you identify the correct wires to splice into. A helpful article and video will assist you in your harness installation.
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  • Hitch Fit for 2007 Honda Element SC
    If you're wanting a Class I hitch with a 1-1/4 inch receiver, you'll want to go with the Curt # C11699 for a 2007 Honda Element SC, as the # C11700 isn't a fit for the SC model. This being said, I'd recommend going with a Class III hitch with the 2-inch receiver opening, like part # e78KR. The 2-inch receiver is much more common, and there are a lot more available accessory options for the 2-inch receiver such as cargo carriers or bike racks. The price differential between the 1-1/4 inch...
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  • Is Fascia Trimming Needed to Install Trailer Hitch on 2006 Honda Element EX-P
    For the 2006 Honda Element, etrailer doesn't have sub-model specific information about if fascia needed trimming to install their # e78KR Class III hitch. The install directions state that for all models, some drilling will be required but no fascia trimming. The hitch sits below the bumper. If you have the squared-off bumper that doesn't slant downward under the vehicle, then it could be possible that some trimming would be needed, but our directions say no trimming needed. Unfortunately,...
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  • Replacement Hardware for the etrailer Trailer Hitch e78KR on a 2003-2011 Honda Element
    Since some of these items needed for your hitch installation are rather uncommon, I recommend using the Replacement Hardware Kit for Trailer Hitches part # RHK so you can be sure you have exactly what you need. I can also assure you it will not take two months to receive these from us. Once you arrive at the product page you will enter "e78KR" into the hitch item number box and add it to your cart. We will quickly prepare and ship a complete set for you. The installation instructions...
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  • Availability Of Replacement Hardware For The Draw Tite 75659 For A 2005 Honda Element
    Unfortunately we cannot provide a sleeve spacer for your draw tite hitch. The Draw tite hitch for a 2005 Honda Element # 75659 is not available, and those spacers are basically specific to this hitch. It may be worth contacting Draw Tite directly to see if they can help. All I can offer would be a whole new hitch for your 2005 Honda Element like the etrailer class 3 hitch # e78KR. This hitch has the same weight capacity as your draw tite hitch and has a 2" receiver.
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    The online edition of the owner's manual for the 2003 Honda Element indicates on page 191 that the maximum trailer weight this car can tow is 1500-lbs. This means your trailer should not weigh more than about 650-lbs; otherwise the total combined weight of Harley and trailer will exceed the vehicle capacity. An aluminum motorcycle trailer should be okay in this respect but check to be certain. Since your Element can be fitted with either a 1-1/4-inch Class I or a 2-inch Class III hitch...
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  • Trailer Hitch Receiver Mounted 4 Bike Rack for a 2007 Honda Element
    Because the bike racks are effectively universal in terms of hitch shape, we don't custom-fit to each vehicle individually. An exception is of course if the vehicle has a rear mount spare tire. Since you don't have one, you don't need to worry about this. The bumper or body elements of a vehicle can sometimes get in the way, and if you're worried about this, you can simply measure from the center of the hitch pin hole to the edge plane of the bumper. The etrailer part # e78KR that you...
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  • Hitch with Best Ground Clearance for a 2008 Honda Element EX
    For your 2008 Honda Element EX I recommend the etrailer trailer hitch # e78KR because it will provide the best ground clearance out of the available hitch options. The top of the receiver will basically be right below the bottom of the rear fascia on the vehicle. With this hitch the distance from the ground to the top of the receiver opening is 13-1/2 inches. That means from the ground to the bottom of the receiver is approximately 11 inches. That is basically about as low as the exhaust...
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  • Gross Trailer Weight and Tongue Weight Capacities for Honda Element etrailer Trailer Hitch e78KR
    The etrailer trailer hitch # e78KR is rated for 3,500 pounds gross trailer weight and 350 pounds tongue weight. It is designed to fit a 2003 to 2011 Honda Element. Please consult the vehicle owner's manual and whichever is lower, the hitch or the vehicle, go by the lower capacity rating. I have linked a copy of the installation instructions for you.
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  • Does Trailer Hitch Receiver For 2005 Honda Element Require Drilling
    I don't blame you for not being enthused about drilling to mount a hitch on your 2005 Honda Element, though that will be necessary with both of the hitches we offer that fit, the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e78KR and Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # 13574. To be honest, the reason why the Draw-Tite isn't offered anymore is because they were recently bought and issues have risen with product availability. Basically, only their most popular products are being made available right now...
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  • The Best Bike Rack for a 2005 Honda Element
    Based on your needs, the best fit for your 2005 Honda Element is going to be the Swagman Chinook Bike Rack for 2 Bikes item # S64683. This bike rack fits the 2" receiver of the etrailer item # e78KR you are having installed. The carrier is lightweight at only 47 lbs so it is easily removable. The best feature about this bike is its ability to fold down so you can access your rear cargo area. I have attached a picture below of this function. I have also linked an installation and review...
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  • Replacement Trailer Hitch For A 2004 Honda Element
    Although we no longer carry Valley Hitches we do have a similar hitch The etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2 inch # e78KR is confirmed to fit your vehicle and has a similar design as the Valley Hitch. The etrailer hitch has a bolt-on installation with no welding required. It has a matte black powder coat finish which is over a protective base coat that offers superior rust resistance. The trailer hitch is made in the USA. The trailer hitch...
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  • Trailer Hitch and Towing Accessory Recommendation for 2006 Honda Element
    The two Class III hitches you mentioned, the etrailer # e78KR and the Curt # 13574, have the same weight capacity, installation procedure and appearance except for the finish. The Curt has a glossy black finish and the etrailer hitch has a matte black finish. It depends on which you like better. Many people think the matte black blends more and make the hitch not as noticeable. If the finish doesn't help you choose, you can choose the lower priced etrailer model, and not feel like you've...
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  • 2-Inch Trailer Hitch & Wiring Harness for 2005 Honda Element
    For your 2005 Honda Element the 2-inch Class III hitch I recommend is the lower-priced option from etrailer, part # e78KR, since this has the same 350-lb tongue weight and 3500-lb towing capacities as the Curt hitch # 13574. The hitch includes all required mounting hardware and does not require the use of a stabilizer strap like the Curt hitch does. I have linked for you a copy of the installation instructions. There is no plug-and-play wiring harness option for your car but we do have...
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  • Parts Needed to Tow a Trailer with a 2005 Honda Element
    Yes, the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C11700 is a fit for your 2005 Honda Element with 4WD. However, this hitch only has a 1-1/4" receiver tube opening and since you plan to be towing a trailer then I highly recommend the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver part # e78KR because it has a 2" receiver tube opening. As you mentioned you will also need a trailer wiring harness and ball mount/hitch ball. For a trailer wiring harness I recommend the Hopkins Tail Light Converter Kit part # HM48925...
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  • Does Draw Tite Hitch # e78KR Fit 2008 Honda Element SC Model
    The etrailer hitch part # e78KR does not fit the SC models of the 2008 Honda Element. Instead, we have the class I Curt # C11699 as a fit for the SC models fitting from 2007 to 2010 Honda Element SC models. This hitch has a 1-1/4" receiver opening. You will be limited to 2 bikes on a class I hitch and Curt requires a stabilizer strap # 18050 when used with a bike rack or a cargo carrier. It has a gross towing weight (GTW) of 2,000 lbs. and a tongue weight (TW) of 200 lbs. I attached...
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  • Tilting Bike Rack that Will Let Tailgate Down on a 2007 Honda Element
    I do have a recommendation for you, but I am not confident that the Thule rack, # TH9058, will tilt down far enough to lower the tailgate on your 2007 Honda Element. But take a look at the Kuat Beta bike racks such as # B202-2 for 2-inch hitches or # B202-114 for 1-1/4 inch hitches. These racks tilt down much further so clearance for the tailgate won't be a problem. On your Element the 2-inch etrailer hitch is # e78KR .
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  • Trailer Hitch Receiver to Fit 2007 Honda Element SC
    The etrailer hitch # e78KR is not confirmed to fit the SC model of the 2007 Honda Element. For your SC we carry the Curt # C11699 which is a Class I. You will be limited to carrying only 2 bikes on a class I hitch and will need to choose a class I compatible bike rack. I suggest the Swagman XC2 Bike Rack for 2 bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches # S64650. This is a lightweight 2-bike rack that will work with your 1-1/4 inch receiver. With the Curt hitch you'll need to use a support strap...
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  • Recommended Hitch for a 2008 Honda Element and Where to Get it Installed
    I would be happy to help you find an installer in your area. If you go to the left hand side of the item # e78KR product page and scroll down below the pictures. You will find a blue link that says, Locate installers near me. You will want to click on this link and input your zip code. Once you do this you will be able to access our network of reputable installers. It looks like we've got a few in the 98801 area. The etrailer Hitch item # e78KR is confirmed to fit your 2008 Honda Element....
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