Recommended Trailer Hitch, Weight Distribution System, and Brake Controller 2014 Ford Explorer

Updated 08/11/2015 | Published 08/10/2015

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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"

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2-5/16" Hitch Ball - 1-1/4" Diameter x 2-3/4" Long Shank - Chrome - 12,000 lbs

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2" Hitch Ball - 1-1/4" Diameter x 2-5/8" Long Shank - Chrome - 10,000

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Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 7-Way Trailer Connector

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Question:

I am looking to outfit my 2014 ford explorer xlt 4wd with a class 3 hitch to tow a 3600lb travel trailer. I would like to install, hitch, 7 pole harness, weight distribution hitch, sway control and a wireless brake controller. what can you recommend.

asked by: John C

Helpful Expert Reply:

First let's start with a trailer hitch. The most popular option we carry is the Curt part # C13386. I attached a install video link.

For wiring you would want the # C56278 to add a 7-way to your vehicle since you mentioned that your vehicle has the factory tow package.

The best way to pick out a weight distribution system is to base it off of the loaded tongue weight of the setup when it is loaded and ready to tow. This figure also includes the weight of any cargo behind the rear axle of the tow vehicle. I attached a help article on determining tongue weight for you to check out as well. You will want the loaded tongue weight of your setup to fall right in the middle of the tongue weight range of the system you use.

Since your total trailer weight is 3,600 lbs your tongue weight would be between 360 and 540 lbs. For the best weight distribution system we offer that would work well with that range you would want the part # RP66083. This sytem also features the only sway control on the market designed to fight sway before it starts.

For a 2 inch ball you would want part # A-90 and for a 2-5/16 inch ball # 19286.

For a wireless brake controller you would want the Tekonsha RF Controller part # TK94FR.