Trailer Hitch, Wiring, and Brake Controller for a 2012 Toyota Tacoma
Updated 11/28/2016 | Published 11/25/2016
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HI I have a 2012 tacoma Double Cab, V6 Need a hitch and harness will be towing 4000 lb trailer What do you recommend, and do you ship to Canada?
asked by: FRANK
Expert Reply:
For your 2012 Toyota Tacoma you can use Draw-Tite hitch # 75236. This is a Class III hitch with a 2 inch receiver. It is rated for 500 pounds tongue weight and 5,000 pounds gross trailer weight. I have linked a video showing an example installation for you.
For a trailer wiring harness you can use # 118496 to add a 4-Way flat connector to the rear of the truck. If you need a 7-Way then you would also need to add # ETBC7. And if the trailer has electric brakes of which you want to make use then I recommend the P2 brake controller, # 90885, because it is easy to set up and use and it is reliable. I have included some links that show and explain the ETBC7 installation for you.
If you plan on doing some towing I recommend etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts; one with a 3/4 inch rise or 2 inch drop and one with a 2-3/4 inch rise or 4 inch drop. It also includes a 1-7/8 inch ball, 2 inch ball, hitch pin with clip, and a storage bag.
If the ball mount kit does not have the right rise or drop to tow the trailer level, use the link I have included that explains how to measure to choose a ball mount to tow the trailer level.
And yes, we can ship these items to Canada.
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- For Towing
- Class III
- 900 lbs TW
- 6000 lbs GTW
- 8000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 900 lbs WD TW
- Concealed Cross Tube
- CURT
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