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  • Why Are There Two Curt Trailer Hitches Made for a 2017 Jeep Compass
  • There were two generations of the Jeep Compass in 2017. An older body style and a newer one. The part # C13363 is for the newer style and the part # C13081 is for the older style. Old Body Style models will have the letter D as the 11th character in the VIN. New Body Style models will have the letter T as the 11th character in the VIN.
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  • Replacement Mounting Hardware Recommendation for Thule Flat Top Ski Rack
  • For replacement mounting hardware for your Thule Flat Top ski rack we have the mounting kit part # 7533998 which is a confirmed fit and upgrades the rack to a different style of hardware that is also compatible with aero shaped crossbars.
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  • Trailer Wiring Recommendation for a 2015 Jeep Compass
  • The 4-way connector that comes with the Tow Ready Wiring Harness part # 118539 that you referenced is the standard vehicle side 4-way. It sounds like someone wired up your trailer with the wrong 4-way. So your best option would be to replace it with a # 18004.
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  • Trailer Hitch for a Lance Travel Trailer
  • I would need to know the width of the frame measured from the outside of one frame rail to the outside of the other frame rail at the back of the trailer. And if you can tell me if it is a C-channel, I-beam, or box frame that would help too. The Curt trailer hitch you referenced # 13703 is the best bet. It fits frame widths for 22 inches to 72 inches. And it will fit box frames, C-channel frames, and I-beam frames. It can also be bolted or welded on. If you choose to have the trailer...
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  • Recommended Hitch for 2024 Jeep Compass
  • For your 2024 Jeep Compass I recommend the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e48AR. This is a Class III hitch with a 2" receiver and a bolt-on installation. The 600 lb max tongue weight will be more than enough to handle the weight of your bike rack and bikes. It also features a matte black finish for a rugged look that helps hide dirt and scratches.
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  • Could Trailer Tire Size 205/65-10 be Replaced with ST145-12R
  • The trailer tire size ST145/R12 is a very stable size that would work well on your snowmobile trailer. It looks like you have a 5 on 4-1/2 inch bolt pattern so you could use the part # AM31202 and have a great looking wheel and tire combo in the size you want. This has a capacity of 1,220 lbs at 65 psi which would be more than enough.
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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch for 2018 Jeep Compass Trailhawk
  • The Draw-Tite Class III Max Frame Trailer Hitch # 76144 referenced in your question is confirmed to fit your 2018 Jeep Compass Trailhawk and it includes all the necessary hardware to bolt it up to the frame rails. You will not need to add a modified rear lower bumper guard or any other component to the Jeep for proper installation. I have attached an installation video on a 2018 Jeep Compass that you can follow along with. If you plan on doing any towing you will also need a trailer...
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  • Does etrailer Hitch for 2024 Jeep Compass Require Drilling to Install
  • The etrailer hitch part # e48AR that fits your 2024 Jeep Compass does not require any drilling to install. It does require some fascia/heat shield trimming and the exhaust gets temporarily lowered to install though.
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  • Trailer Hitch Recommendation for 2022 Jeep Compass
  • For your 2022 Jeep Compass the best hitch option is the Curt # C13363 which is mostly hidden and has the best towing capacities. For trailer wiring then the Curt kit part # C56369 would be a really great option that's easy to install and comes with the most reliable converter box.
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  • Recommended Roof Rack and Carrier for Transporting 2 Hobie Mirage Eclipse Pedalboards
  • I looked up your Hobie Mirage Eclipse Pedalboards and found they are 54 lbs each fully rigged. The Thule SUP Taxi XT Stand-Up Paddleboard Carrier - Roof Mount - 2 Boards # TH810001 is my recommendation for the carrier to utilize with your roof rack as it has a wider base, but the Thule Compass # TH890000 is also a great option. For your roof rack on the 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee, I recommend the Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero Crossbars - Aluminum - Black - 54" Long - Qty 2 # RRVA137B-2, Rhino-Rack...
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  • Trailer Hitch Recommendation for 2018 Jeep Compass for Towing Trailer
  • For a 2 inch hitch that would work great for towing with your 2018 Jeep Compass the hitch I recommend is the Curt trailer hitch part # C13363. What's great about this hitch is that it's made here in the USA, has a 2 inch opening like you wanted with plenty of capacity at 6,000 lb trailer weight and it has a concealed crosstube which makes it less visible than other hitches where you can basically see the whole thing from the rear of the vehicle. See attached picture. For trailer wiring...
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  • Towing Capacity for 2016 Jeep Compass
  • I took a look at the online version of the owner's manual for your 2016 Jeep Compass and found that the towing capacity will range from 1,000 to 2,000 pounds depending on what the vehicle is equipped with. For example if you have the 2.0L engine the maximum trailer weight is 1,000 pounds but if you have the 2.4L engine with the trailer tow package then the maximum weight is 2,000 pounds. I highly recommend checking your copy of the owner's manual to verify the capacity for your specific...
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  • Can Thule Motion XT XL Cargo Box Fit Roof of 2018 Jeep Compass
  • The Thule Motion XT XL part # TH629707 can fit your 2018 Jeep Compass but you will need to install a set of crossbars first as your vehicle would have only came with flush side rails. So for a roof rack I recommend the Rhino Rack part numbers # RRVA126B-2, # RRRCL4, and # RRRCP64-BK which is a fit for the fixed mounting points on your roof and gives you an easy to install roof rack that has aero shaped crossbars which minimizes wind noise. The Thule cargo box will fit this and work really...
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  • How to Determine if 2017 Jeep Compass is New or Old Body Style for Picking Out Hitch
  • I checked your order notes and you ordered the Curt Hitch part # C13081 for your 2017 Jeep Compass which is listed as a confirmed fit if you have the OLD body style. It sounds like you have the NEW body style Compass which requires the part # C13363 instead. New Body Style models will have the letter T as the 11th character in the VIN. I'd check that first and we can go from there but I am fairly certain it's a body style issue. Old body style will have the letter D instead.
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  • Can 4-Way with 4 Wires be Used with 4-Way with 5 Wires
  • Yes, the 4-ways with 4 wires and the ones with 5 wire perform the exact same functions so they both can easily be used together. What you have a picture of is a wishbone 4-way that has the two running light circuits on it. One for either side of the trailer. That's why it has 5 wires. The 4-wire 4-ways use a single wire for this circuit but you then have to split it off to either side of the trailer. The two wires in your picture that have brown on them are that circuit. # A20WB is an...
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  • Trunk Bike Rack Recommendation for 2009 Jeep Compass
  • For a trunk mounted bike rack that's a fit for your 2009 Jeep Compass that would fit it the best the Thule OutWay part # TH45JV would be your best option as it has a very wide mounting pad which will help distribute the weight of the beach cruisers which can be heavier than other bike styles. Please check the weight of each of your bikes. The OutWay has a limit of 33 pounds per bike. What makes this rack far superior to the others is the attachment system. It uses only 2 retractable...
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  • Recommended Roof Rack for 2018 Jeep Compass and 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee Both with Flush Rails
  • For your 2018 Jeep Compass, you will use the crossbars # TH711220, legs # TH480R , and fit kit # THKIT3164. You will also need locks # TH450400. For your 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee, you will use crossbars # TH711520, the same legs # TH480R and locks # TH450400, but different fit kit # THKIT1656. You can use the same crossbars if you don't mind the longer crossbars on your Compass, but the fit kit will not be compatible between vehicles. You will need the custom fit for each one.
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  • Trailer Hitch Recommendation for a 2012 Jeep Compass and Can the Tow Hook be Re-Installed
  • When choosing between the Draw-Tite or Curt trailer hitch, I would recommend going with the Draw-Tite hitch simply because it will save you a little bit of money and there is no real advantage in choosing the Curt hitch over the Draw-Tite hitch for your vehicle. The main difference between the Curt and Draw-Tite hitch is that the Curt hitch has a slight higher towing and tongue weight capacity. Your vehicle will have a 1,000 lb or 2,000 lb towing capacity, based on how it was equipped,...
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  • Choosing Correct Bearing Buddy to Replace 2 Inch Grease Cap on Trailer
  • We have a few Bearing Buddy Kits available that are close to the 2 inch measurement you mentioned in your question. I recommend measuring the diameter of your hub bore using a digital caliper like # PTW80157. This will give you an exact measurement, which will be needed when selecting the correct size Bearing Buddy for your trailer. For example, the Bearing Buddy Bearing Protectors # BB1980A-SS are designed for 1.98 inch hub bores and # BB2047SS are for 2.047 inch hub bores. We also have...
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  • Roof Rack Recommendation for 2018 Jeep Compass for Thule Hullavator Pro Kayak Carrier
  • I checked with Thule and they confirmed the fit of the Thule Hullavator Pro part # TH898 on your 2018 Jeep Compass with thier Aeroblade roof rack that has the 47 inch long Aeroblade bars. So the rack you'd need consists of part numbers # TH711220, # TH460R, and # THKIT3164 and you'd be set to use the Hullavator. The slots in the bottom of the crossbars do allow some movement of the bar in the feet so if you wanted to push them more to one side for the Hullavator's overhang requirement...
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