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  • Thule Hideaway Awning And Adapter For A Winnebago Solis 59P
  • Since your Winnebago Solis 59P has a pop top, instead of using the Dodge ProMaster Van Adapter for Thule HideAway Awning # TH301650 with the Thule HideAway Awning for ProMaster or Sprinter # TH620001, I recommend using the: -Thule HideAway Awning Adapter for Dodge ProMaster Cargo Van # TH308960 instead. This kit will allow you to mount the Thule Hideaway awning directly to the side of your camper van, which I believe will work better with your setup, however this kit is not a no-drill kit.
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  • Installation Difficulty of the Curt Hitch C67RJ on a 2023 Toyota Prius
  • Hey Dan, welcome back! We don't have much information on the Curt Trailer Hitch item # C67RJ at this time. We just know it's going to fit the 2023 Toyota Prius. That being said, I took a look at your order history and I think you've definitely got the knowledge and experience to get this one installed. It's going to be a pretty similar job as installing the Draw-Tite item # 24966 you previously purchased.
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  • Does The Underbody Panel Need To Be Removed To Install A Hitch On A 2023 Toyota Prius?
  • Hi John! The Draw-Tite hitch # DT53KV for your 2023 Toyota Prius will require a panel to be removed for the install, but it does get reinstalled when you are done. If necessary, you may need to trim that underbody panel to fit around the hitch. We haven't done an install with one of these yet, so I can't say if that will or will not be required. What are you planning on using this hitch for?
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  • Trailer Hitch and Bike Rack for 2023 Toyota Prius Carrying E-Bike
  • Hey Kris! A Class I hitch like the Curt # C67RJ is the only option for your Prius. There are no Class II options available, and no way to really modify this to make it one. It is possible to gain clearance with the use of an adapter like the # e93YR but you're going to reduce your tongue weight capacity by 50% down to 100 lbs and add in extra movement. If you decide to use an adapter I would also add an anti-rattle # RM-061-125. For a bike rack that is similar to the # HLY68RR you were...
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  • Recommended Hitch for a 2023 Toyota Prius LE
  • Hey Carrie. To add a hitch to your 2023 Toyota Prius LE, you'll want the Curt item # C67RJ. This class I hitch with a 1-1/4" receiver has a 200 lbs tongue weight capacity. This is the highest rated hitch for you Prius. For a bike rack that holds a 50 lbs 100 lbs bike you're going to be pretty limited with a class I hitch. Our highest capacity single bike bike rack is the Saris MHS DUO item # SAR23MR. This wheel mounted bike rack has a 80 lbs capacity. You do not want to use it if your...
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  • What Bike Rack will Allow Me to Get in the Hatch of My Prius, Hollywood Trailrider or Swagman TILT?
  • Hello Don, Great question, being able to get into the hatch of your Prius would be important to me as well. You will want to go with the Swagman XTC2 TILT # S64671 because it solves the exact concern you mentioned about getting stuck at the trailhead with the rear hatch blocked. Unlike the Hollywood Trail Rider, this rack tilts down even with the bikes loaded, so you can open the rear hatch on your Prius without unloading everything just to grab water or a bag. That makes a big difference...
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  • Fitment of a Yakima FullBack 2 Bike Rack on a 2016 Toyota Prius
  • Yakima has confirmed that their FullBack 2 Bike Rack, # Y02634, will fit for your 2016 Toyota Prius. I've attached a video that reviews this rack. You will see the rack in the video is on a Toyota Prius. I've attached a couple pictures of this rack on a Prius so you can see the fit on a similar model to yours. You may also consider a Yakima Tube Top Bike Adapter Bar, # Y02531, for any Women's, Children's, or Alternative frame bikes. It fits most bike frames and styles and creates a...
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  • Which Kat's Heater is Recommended for 2022 Toyota Prius AWD-e LE
  • Hello Troy. I just reached out to my contact at Kat's heaters and he was able to supply me with the instructions for the Kat's Heaters Custom Fit Engine Block Heater - Cartridge Style - 120V - 400 Watts # KH11813, I have attached them below. The Kat's Heaters Oil and Coolant Immersion Heater - 120V - 450 Watt - 1" NPT # KH30926 is a new heater that is still in the works so they do not have the instructions at this time. If you could please supply me the specs of your engine in your...
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  • Comparing Trailer Hitch Options for Carrying 2 Bike Rack on a 2006 Toyota Prius
  • Betweeen the Curt # C11468 and Draw-Tite # 24808 for your 2006 Toyota Prius, I recommend the Curt simply because we have found that they tend to have better welds and a thicker powder coat than other options on the market. All of this translates into a more durable hitch that you can rely on. While you can use an adapter like the Brophy # HTAD to carry a bike rack with a 2" shank, we typically advise against this for a few reasons. First of all it's more connection points so there are...
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  • 2011 Toyota Prius Trailer Hitch, Wiring, and Ball Mount Recommendations for Towing a Sailboat
  • Hey James, thanks for reaching out - I'd be more than happy to help you find the best parts for your 2011 Toyota Prius! I currently own a 2009 Prius so definitely get where you're coming from, and there are 2 main things you'll want to consider when choosing a hitch; ground clearance, and strength. The best hitch to address both of these concerns is the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver # 306-X7178 because it has a stronger tongue weight rating than the other options, and it has a...
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  • Will the Curt Hitch C67RJ Fit a AWD 2024 Toyota Prius Limited?
  • It sure does Mark! The Curt Hitch item # C67RJ does indeed fit your AWD 2024 Toyota Prius Limited. It is custom fit and installs in preexisting holes in your Prius' frame with included hardware. I really like the Curt item # C67RJ because of how it installs. The hitch is going to replace your existing bumper beam so it will be completely concealed behind your bumper cover. The only part you'll see is the 1-1/4" receiver and safety chain loops. When you rear panels are reinstalled you...
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  • Is Hardware Available or Included with Trailer Hitch for 2018 Toyota Prius
  • Hi Kaiser! Absolutely, all of our trailer hitches include the necessary hardware for installation. I can't quite tell by your question if you already have the Draw-Tite model 24966 and are just needing the hardware, in which case you can use our part # RHK (simply add that 24966 part number into the box provided on the product page and we'll send out the exact hardware kit you need for that hitch), or if you're still needing both the hitch and the hardware. If the latter is the case,...
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  • Bike Rack Recommendation for 2018 Toyota Prius Prime with Curt Hitch Installed
  • For a Class I hitch like yours we do not recommend the use of hitch adapters since they cut the capacity of the hitch they are installed on by 50 percent and add quite a bit of movement. Instead we'd recommend a bike rack like the Thule Camber # TH9058 that has a longer shank that will fit underneath the bumper and not cause any fit issues. I attached a review video for this rack for you to check out as well that shows it installed on a similar 2016 Toyota Prius.
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  • How Do I Install Straps Without Hooks For My Trunk Mounted Bike Rack On My 2017 Toyota Prius?
  • For your 2017 Toyota Prius with Yakima FullBack 2 Bike Rack, # Y02634, the attached instructions show you how to convert the hooks to anchors. The anchors are made by essentially feeding the strap back through a slot in the hook to allow the entire hook to remain inside the hatch as an anchor. I've attached a picture to assist as well.
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  • Trailer Hitch Receiver Fit on 2020 Toyota Prius
  • The trailer hitch receivers that fit a 2020 Toyota Prius are the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver # 24966 and Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C11473. Of the two, I highly recommend the Curt # C11473 because it gives you the best bumper clearance and ground clearance, which is important for accessories like bike racks or cargo carriers to keep them safely away from your Prius while avoiding scraping the ground. Keep in mind these are Class I hitches so if you plan on using a bike rack, you...
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  • Availability of Photos or Video Showing Installation of Curt Hitch on 2024 Toyota Prius Prime
  • Hey Jim! We don't have a video installing the # C67RJ yet, but there are pictures in the Curt installation instructions. I attached a few below, and the full instructions are linked further down on this page. You will need to remove the rear fascia, the bumper beam, and then there is some trimming involved. What will you be using the hitch for?
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  • 7-Way Connector and Fusion LED Trailer Lights Functions by Wire Color
  • I can tell you which wires on each the light and plug are for, though you will want to use a circuit tester such as # PTW2993 to verify the functions. The Fusion LED Trailer Taillight # STL211XRFHB has a 4-wire pigtail. The white wire is ground, brown wire is backup light, red wire is brake light and black wire is taillight. The Epicord 7-Way Molded Trailer Plug # 277-000143 is a 7-way connector that has the same functions as you see in the accompanying diagram. The yellow wire on this...
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  • Will the Saris Bones 2 Fit on My 2021 Toyota Prius?
  • Yes, I confirmed that the Saris Bones 2 Bike Rack # SA805BL will fit on your 2021 Toyota Prius. The Bones will fit two bikes with a maximum weight capacity of 35 pounds per bike.
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  • Replacement Hardware for EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch part # EH53VR
  • Hi Fernando, We do have a replacement hardware kit part # RHK that you can order to get the replacement hardware for your EcoHitch. There is a box on the product page where you can put the hitch number so that way they know exactly what hardware they'll need to send you. I recommend putting in the EcoHitch part number # X7404, which is different than our etrailer part number # EH53VR but is the same hitch. I wouldn't suggest using the bumper bolts from your Prius to install the hitch...
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  • Do Trailer Tires Have Speed Ratings
  • Speed is a huge issue with trailer tires actually. Unless otherwise noted trailer tires are rated as 65 miles per hour as their max speed. Exceeding the speed rating will cause the tire to heat up and fail easier. We do have a couple brands that have higher speed ratings. The Taskmaster radials like the part # C22515D which is an ST225/75R15 like you mentioned has a speed rating of 81 mph. The Lionshead part # LHWL304 has a speed rating of 75 mph and has a 2 year roadside assistance program...
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