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• Recommended Trailer Mounted Bike Rack For A-Frame Trailers
  If you add a dual receiver adapter like the Curt Dual 2" Receiver Tube Adapter, 8" Extension # D-192 to your Toyota Tacoma, it will not only add the tongue weight, but will reduce your hitches tongue weight capacity by 50%. I recommend going with the Stromberg Carlson Bike Bunk Trailer-Mounted Bike Rack Carrier for A-Frame Trailers - 2"-100 lbs # CC-275 which will allow you to use your current rack, and will add that trailer tongue weight, but will not reduce your hitch's tongue weight...
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• Trailer Towing Setup Recommendation for 2014 Buick Enclave
  You are on the right track! The Draw Tite hitch part # 75528 is a confirmed fit for your 2014 Buick Enclave as well as the trailer wiring kit # 118270. The wiring mount part # 18144 will also give you a place to mount the 4-way that bolts to the bumper. The ball mount part # C45036 that you referenced is would also work well if you need 2 inch drop. I attached a help article that details how to pick out a ball mount drop as well.
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• Troubleshooting Trailer Chucking, Jerking, and Tugging on Light Utility Trailer Carrying Two ATVs
  I believe that I can help you with the tugging you are experiencing. First, consult your vehicles owners manual for the towing capacities and recommendations, and to make sure you are not exceeding those capacities. Next, there is a formula you can use to determine the best place for your axles. If your tongue weight is less than 10 percent of the gross trailer weight you will first determine what 10 percent of the tongue weight is. 180 pounds is what you will need. Subtract the actual...
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• What Hitch Ball Does Blue Ox Weight Distribution System Use?
  For the weight distribution hitches from Blue Ox that have a gross towing weight of 20,000 lbs, # BXW2000 and # BXW2003 you only need a hitch ball with either a 1" or 1-1/4" diameter shank. For a 2" hitch ball you can use # 63845 and for a 2-5/16" hitch ball you can use # 63847. To put it on the system, you only need to slide the ball into the hitch head and tighten it. If you go to 5:45 of the linked video review you can see exactly how to install the hitch ball.
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• Determining Correct Ball Mount or Draw Bar for your Vehicle and Trailer Combination for Level Towing
  To find the correct ball mount you want to measure from the inside top opening of the receiver on your truck to the ground. Then you want to measure the trailer from the bottom of the coupler to the ground when the trailer is level. The difference between those two measurements will give you the proper rise or drop for your application. I've attached an article to assist. If you don't want to use a fixed mount, or if you pull different trailers, you may want to consider an adjustable...
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• Parts Needed to Complete Towing Package on 2020 Land Rover Defender D110 with Factory Towing
  Unfortunately we do not have towing components like a hitch or wiring that have been confirmed to fit on the 2020 Land Rover Defender yet, but if your vehicle came with the towing package included you should already have a hitch and wiring present though. If you actually just need a ball mount and hitch ball that fit into the receiver, then it looks like the D110 comes with a 2" receiver. For that I recommend starting with something like the Curt # C45230, which can be used for trailers...
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• How To Choose the Correct Weight Distribution System for a 5000 lb Trailer Towed by a 2010 Liberty
  The key to choosing the correct weight distribution system is knowing the tongue weight of your trailer when it is fully loaded and ready to tow. Keep in mind that anything loaded behind the rear axle of your 2010 Jeep Liberty will contribute to the tongue weight as well. I would recommend choosing a system that has a tongue weight capacity range that encompasses the tongue weight of your trailer with its heaviest load. We know that the tongue weight of your trailer must stay under 500...
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• Can the Curt Channel Style Adjustable Ballmount Be Set to Have Zero Rise?
  Yes, Troy you are absolutely correct. You can set the Curt Channel Style Adjustable Ballmount item # C45901 to have zero rise or drop. Essentially making the ball mount level. This ballmount does not include a hitch ball. Depending on your coupler size you will either need a 2" Hitch Ball item # 63845 or a 2-5/16" hitch ball item # 63847.
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• Weight Distribution System Recommendation for Trailer that Weighs 4,000 lbs
  Typically tongue weight for a travel trailer is right at 10 percent of the total trailer weight and sometimes up to 15 percent. So for a 4,000 lb trailer you'd most likely have a 400 lb tongue weight but could possibly have a 600 lb tongue weight. The great news is that the Husky Centerline kit part # HT32215 has a tongue weight range of 400 to 600 lbs just like what you'd need so this kit would work well for you. If you can find a scale near you for measuring the weights of vehicle you...
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• Curt Trailer Hitch and Wiring Harness Fits for 2016 Kia Sportage
  The correct Curt 2-inch Class III hitch for the 2016 Kia Sportage is part # C13120. This also fits the 2015 model year. This Curt hitch comes complete with all required installation hardware. I have linked the written instructions as well as an install video showing a 2015 model year. The only specialized tool needed is a torque wrench like # ALL944001 which will let you tighten the fasteners to the correct torque values. If you plan to move the hitch from one vehicle to another please...
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• How to Add Sway Control to a Boat Trailer that has Surge Brakes
  Typically you will experience sway from your trailer when the trailer isn't loaded properly. It is encouraging that your engine is mainly over the axle, but it would be best to verify that the tongue weight (TW) of your trailer is 10-15% of the loaded weight of your trailer. A properly loaded trailer is your first step into reducing trailer sway. Since most boat trailers have a pole tongue you will need to use a pole-tongue adapter like part # RP58393 and a weight distribution (WD) system...
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• Can I Tow a 2017 Jayco Hummingbird 17FD Without a Weight Distribution System?
  For your 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee, a weight distribution system is not required with the light weight of the travel trailer. However, the reason why many would choose to use a weight distribution system on a trailer that is 2,900 lbs is to help control sway from crosswinds and passing motorists. Because it is a rented trailer, you may not want to deal with the additional setup or cost but adding a system like the Fastway e2 # FA92-00-0450 will absolutely help with sway control and will...
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• Can the Gen-Y Glyder Shock Absorbing Ball Mount Be Used with Surge Brakes
  I spoke with Gen-Y about the Gen-Y Glyder Shock Absorbing Ball Mount part # 325-GH-12001 and they informed me that it can indeed be used with a trailer that has surge brakes. Therefore, the up and down cushioning mechanism will not have any affect on the in and out mechanism of the surge brake actuator. If you need a hitch ball as well, you can use part # 40038 for 2" or part # 63847 for 2-5/16".
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• Recommended Weight Distribution System for 5,000 lb Travel Trailer and 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  For your 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee, I recommend the Reese Steadi-Flex Weight Distribution System w/ Sway Control - Trunnion - 12K GTW, 1.2K TW # RP66560. This system is rated for total tongue weight between 600 and 1200 lbs. That total tongue weight is the loaded tongue weight of the trailer as well as any cargo behind the rear axle of your Jeep. This will help not only disperse weight but also help control trailer sway. You will also need either the 2" Hitch Ball - 1-1/4" Diameter...
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• Do I Need A Weight Distribution System To Tow A 2400lb Camper With My 2012 Jeep Wrangler?
  Anytime your gross trailer weight is more than 50% of your vehicle's weight or if the rear of your vehicle sags when the trailer is hooked up you will want to use a weight distribution hitch. Since your camper weighs 2400lbs and is more than 50% of your 2012 Jeep Wrangler's estimated curb weight of 3760lbs, it is definitely recommended to use a weight distribution system. I recommend going with Fastway e2 Weight Distribution w/ 2-Point Sway Control - Trunnion - 4,500 lbs GTW, 450 lbs TW...
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• Recommended Ball Mount w/ 14" From the Center of the Hitch Pin to the Center of the Hitch Ball
  Hey Jr. The best option I have is the Hidden Hitch Ball Mount item # 80232. From the center of hitch pin hole to center of ball hole is 15-3/4". It does only have a 3/4" rise but there's not many options for that long of a ball mount. The Hidden Hitch Ball Mount item # 80232 has an identical 6,000 lbs capacity as the Curt Channel Style Adjustable Ballmount item # C45901 you're using. You can use the 2" Hitch Ball item # 40038 or the 2-5/16" Hitch Ball item # 63847. What kind of trailer...
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• Recommended Trailer Hitch for 2017 Toyota RAV4
  The hitch I recommend for your 2017 Toyota RAV4 is the Curt # C13149, which is a confirmed fit. This is a class III hitch with a tongue weight capacity of 525 lbs and a towing capacity of 3,500 lbs. The hitch will fit hybrid models of the RAV4 and you will not lose the ability to use the hands-free liftgate sensors. If you are going to be towing and need to add a 4-way harness you'd want Curt T-Connector # C56350. For a ball mount you are going to want the Curt # C45030, along with either...
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• Availability of 2-1/2" to 2-1/2" Hitch Extender for 2022 Chevy Silverado 2500
  Hi Daniel; all of the hitch extenders that fit a 2-1/2" hitch reduce the other end down to 2" and are either 7" long or significantly longer. I'm not 100% sure what your setup is now but you may be able to use an extra long ball mount like the Hidden Hitch Ball Mount # 80232. This measures 15-3/4" from the center of the hitch pin hole to the center of the ball hole with a gross towing weight of 6,000 lbs. You will also need # 63845 for a 2" or # 63847 for a 2-5/16" diameter ball and a reducer...
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• Everything Needed to Tow Trailer with 2024 Hyundai Palisade
  Hey Tommy, lets start with a hitch for your 2024 Hyundai Palisade. For that the Curt part # C13427 would be a great option. It's mostly hidden and has great towing capacities. Since you need a 7-way and brake controller the kit you'd want for that would be the part # TK64CR which includes brake controller install wiring. Then for a brake controller you can't go wrong with the very great performing and reliable P3 part # 90195. For a ball mount the Curt # C45030 would work great and...
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• Best Weight Distribution System for I-Beam Trailers with GTW up to 20,000 Lbs
  In order to choose the correct weight distribution system, you will need to find the total tongue weight (TTW) of your towing setup by adding the tongue weight (TW) of both your loaded ready to tow trailer and any cargo stored behind the rear axle of the tow vehicle. The average TW rating of a trailer is typically 10-15% of the gross trailer weight (GTW). An easy way to find this would involve using a tongue weight scale like the etrailer Trailer Tongue Weight Scale part # e99044. When...
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• What Does Curt Trailer Hitch C13236 Look Like Installed on a 2017 Dodge Challenger
  I have included a picture showing what Curt trailer hitch # C13236 looks like installed on a 2017 Dodge Charger. I think that the hitch and its positioning match the lines of the vehicle quite well which is not normally the case with trailer hitches. But this one blends nicely. If you plan on doing some towing I recommend Curt Ball Mount for 2" Hitches - 1" Rise, 2-1/4" Drop - 7-5/8" Long - 7,500 lbs Item # C45030. It will accept a hitch ball with a 1 inch diameter shank such as # 63845...
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• Can Curt RockerBall be Used with Weight Distribution
  Good question. I checked with Curt because I haven't had this come up yet but unfortunately no, the RockerBall, part # C29FR, cannot be used with a weight distribution system. Looking at your pictures I think you have a Blue Ox SwayPro system, like part # BXW0753. If I'm correct then you need a standard 2-5/16 inch ball with either a 1 or 1-1/4 inch shank. Beyond that the choice is yours so part # 63847 is a good option for a a 1 inch or part # 63840 for a 1-1/4 inch.
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• Difference Between Brophy # BM20 and # BH20 Ball Mounts
  The Brophy Ball Mount # BM20 and the Brophy # BH20 referenced in your question are extremely similar to each other. They are both designed for 2 inch trailer hitch receivers, have a 10,000 pound towing weight capacity, feature a long, 13-1/4 inch shank and will give you either a 3/4 inch rise or a 2 inch drop. The primary difference between the two units is the ball hole diameter. The # BH20 has a 1-1/4 inch ball hole diameter, which will be compatible with a hitch ball with this same...
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• Can Patriot Hitches Adjustable Drop Hitch Receiver Be Used With Hitch Extender
  I do have a solution, but I would not recommend using a hitch extender with the Patriot Hitches Adjustable Drop Hitch Receiver # PH67SR. This receiver won't reduce the capacity of your hitch, but an extender will reduce the capacity by 50%. You're also going to be adding 3 parts to your hitch when you include the ball mount. Doing so will likely give you a lot of unwanted movement and a less than pleasant towing experience. Instead, I recommend using an extended ball mount like the Hidden...
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