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  1. Trailer Hitch
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  3. Class III
  4. 2 Inch Hitch
  5. 3500 lbs GTW
  6. Visible Cross Tube
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2016 Mini Cooper
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Draw-Tite Max-E-Loader Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"

Part Number: 41541
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Fully welded vehicle trailer hitch is strong and durable. Draw-Tite's Tested Tough guarantee ensures that this hitch exceeds industry standards. The combination of an e-coat base and a powder coat finish provides excellent rust protection. Great Prices for the best trailer hitch from Draw-Tite. Draw-Tite Max-E-Loader Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" part number 41541 can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.
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Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch - 41541

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

Fully welded vehicle trailer hitch is strong and durable. Draw-Tite's Tested Tough guarantee ensures that this hitch exceeds industry standards. The combination of an e-coat base and a powder coat finish provides excellent rust protection.


Features:

  • Custom fit is designed specifically for your vehicle
  • Computer-aided, fully welded steel construction ensures strength and durability
  • Long, side bracket helps distribute weight over larger portion of tow-vehicle frame for increased towing ability
  • Tested Tough - safety and reliability criteria exceed industry standards
  • Easy, bolt-on installation - no welding required
    • Complete hardware kit and installation instructions included
  • Lifetime technical support from the experts at etrailer.com
  • Black powder coat finish covers e-coat base for superior rust protection
  • Sturdy, square-tube design
  • Ball mount, pin and clip sold separately


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


Draw-Tite Tested Tough

Draw-Tite Tested Tough

Draw-Tite's Tested Tough program provides testing standards far superior to those outlined by the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE), the go-to source for engineering professionals.



Each Draw-Tite trailer hitch receiver undergoes extensive fatigue testing and static testing with the ball mount that is either supplied or recommended for use with that particular hitch, thus ensuring results that are applicable to real life use. Fatigue testing is also conducted on hitches rated for use with weight-distribution systems.


In addition, Draw-Tite performs static testing on a simulated automobile, as opposed to the rigid fixture used for SAE testing, resulting in a more true-to-life scenario.



etrailer.com Technical Support

At etrailer.com 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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Customer Satisfaction Score:

Ratings & Reviews

4.8

133 reviews
Fully welded vehicle trailer hitch is strong and durable. Draw-Tite's Tested Tough guarantee ensures that this hitch exceeds industry standards. The combination of an e-coat base and a powder coat finish provides excellent rust protection.

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Perfect - simple install



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Just what I expected thank you!



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nothing wrong with the hitch yet!!



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2000 Lexus RX300



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Job went just like the video



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The product was as advertised and is working well. My mechanic said it was easy to install and I have had absolutely no troubles with the product.



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Heavy duty. Well made. Easy install.



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i do not own the car now but the wiring fit very good and worked very good i would order more if needed to



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Great hitch, went on without a hitch. Wiring was plug and play no problem



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this HIDDEN HITCH trailer hitch receiver is a serious item, thick metal, real nice welds, thick shiny paint.
Arrived in 4 days,, installed in 1 hour.
I will recommend E-TRAILER to everyone.



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Great product, very well made, was very easy to mount onto my 2003 Highlander, took less than 30 minutes. Have bought from etrailer in the past and they have never let me down. Shipping was also very timely for the product size and weight. Thanks again!



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Directions easy to follow, videos most helpful. Driver's side rubber plug difficult to pull out, which was strange. Due to rust in that hole, couldn't start threads of new bolt. A metric starter tap to rerun the threads wouldn't have been easy but I didn't have one.Old bolts from tie down brackets had narrow, bare metal tips before the threads began, so by using one of them I was able to get threads started, but I to bottom it out tight to its washer, then back it out to get new bolt started. Whole thing took an hour when I expected to be done in ten minutes. Looks and works great! Would have liked a quarter inch more clearance on 2 muffler side end bolts.



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Installation was not an issue, the holes for the mount screws to secure the hitch were good if not perfect. It took me roughly an hour or less to install since I need to secure the hitch along with my rear bumper guard.
I will definitely recommend this particular hitch for compatible vehicles it can be installed. The price is also reasonable compared to other hitch products for my 2003 Toyota Highlander.
I would like to load pictures but as I said before, I had the hitch installed along with my rear bumper guard with no issues.



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The product was delivered quickly and in an excellent box. The installation was straight forward and mostly easy. The muffler heat shield needed to be fussed with some, bent some to allow the bolts to line up and tighten, but that really wasn't the hitch's fault.
The hitch looks great on our 2002 Toyota Highlander. It hasn't been used yet, but it went on sturdy and no problems are anticipated.



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I first went to local supplier to purchase the hitch and their price was over twice as expensive compared to etrailer and the closest install time they could provide was several weeks. I then went on line and found etrailer. They delivered within 1 week and at a great price. The hitch and wiring was easy to install and it's been trouble free for over a year. I would highly recommend etrailer to family and friends without hesitation.



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I think these have a tendency to get slightly bent during shipping causing them to not bolt straight on. The first one I had ordered from another website and it arrived scratched, dinged and bent, no box. Fortunately, that seller did take it back no expense to me except the extra days we could not pull our boat trailer.
I ordered the same Hidden Hitch from etrailer and they clearly had superior customer service. It did arrive inside a box that was about 8" too long for the unit to fit snuggly so again it was slightly bent, about 1/4" off of alignment for the bolts to fit. I was able to stand up the unit, step on one end with my foot and apply moderate pressure the the other with my hands to bend it back to where it needed to be. I'm 6'1", 165 lbs. so no body builder here.
I also ordered a wiring harness that plugged right into the factory harness already on my 2001 RX300.
We've pulled the boat & trailer around several times.
We are stoked. Thank you etrailer.



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Solidly built! The holes didn't quite line up, but the local welding shop put it on their press, and within seconds, had it bent and the holes lined up perfectly! Welding shop said this happens regularly when pieces are welded together. Rather than drill holes for the plug, I used SS hose clamps. NOTE: If you want the square tube "HIDDEN HITCH" cover, you have to order it separately.



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Hidden hitch trailer receiver is great. It fit perfectly and the installation was easier than I anticipated it would be to install. The online instructions reassured me that I could do it. The instructions were clear and everything was just as the guides indicated. The reported time to do work was supposed to be 40 minutes. It took me an hour in rainy weather. I am impressed. Also I am slow and cautious when I get under my vehicles to do work. Thank you for a great product and instructions.



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I am very impressed with the new Hidden Hitch I purchased. The installation was faster than getting it out of the box. What a great product! What great company! Every aspect, from placing the order to track it and finally installing it was a dream come true. I have to go pinch myself to make sure it is not a dream.



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Wow. I am so happy. Lexus dealer wanted $700 for a hitch installed. Ha! If you have a Lexus with a tow package, get the Hidden Hitch, get the 118245 Tow Pack Replacement wiring kit, and get the 118149 4-Flat Universal Mounting Bracket. Easy installation, great communication from etrailer. No problems. Don't forget to install the 20A fuse (included with the 118245 kit) in the fuse block. Done, and looks better than my neighbors factory Lexus hitch. Thank you etrailer!



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Excellent products. Will highly recommend!



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All as claimed. Looks great!



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2nd hitch I've ordered online and excellent service.



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Possibly the nicest aftermarket part I have ever installed!



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Great product, great price, great communication!


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  • Hitch Receiver for a 2000 Lexus RX 300
    I have a solution for you but no the Hidden Hitch you referenced does not fit your 2000 Lexus RX 300. The Draw-Tite Max-E-Loader Trailer Hitch Receiver item # 41541 does fit your RX 300. This custom fit hitch will bolt directly to your 2000 RX-300 with included hardware. It does not require any drilling or welding. I have attached an installation video.
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  • Replacement Hardware Kit For A 2002 Toyota Highlander Trailer Hitch
    We can replace the entire hardware kit, however the bolts themselves are not individually replaceable. The correct replacement hardware kit for the hitch on your 2002 Toyota Highlander hitch will be the Replacement Hardware Kit for Trailer Hitch part # RHK. As the hardware kits are different for each hitch, you will need to enter the "Hitch Item Number" in addition to the "Hitch Manufacturer" into the drop down menu on the product page. The correct part numbers for the hitch receivers compatible...
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    To determine which wire, control the turn signals, brake lights, and running lights it is best to use a circuit tester, part # PTW2993, and test each wire to see what function it controls. If possible is it nice to have another person help you with this and operate the turn signals, lights, and brakes. First you must locate the vehicle wiring system. In most vehicles this can be found behind the drivers side cargo area near the tail lights, please consult your owners manual for the...
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  • What 4-Bike Rack Do You Recommend for a 2002 Lexus RX 300?
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  • Recommended 2-Inch Class III Hitch for 2001 Toyota Highlander
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