Recommended Trailer Hitch Receiver For 2007 Dodge Ram Pickup

Updated 03/30/2017 | Published 03/29/2017

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Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class IV - 2"

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Tekonsha Tail Light Converter with 4-Way Flat Trailer Connector and Install Kit

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Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional

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B&W Tow & Stow 2-Ball Mount - 2" Hitch - 7" Drop, 7-1/2" Rise - 10K - Black

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Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller - 7-Way RV and 4-Way Flat - 10 Gauge Wires

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Question:

If my trailer will a tongue weight of 475lbs. Is my hitch of 500lbs. tongue weight max. be fine or i should get a hitch that is rated at 600lbs. tongue weight?

asked by: Mike

Expert Reply:

You don't want to be at your max tongue weight capacity, so I recommend bumping up the the 600 lb tongue weight.

I recommend the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" # 75420. This is a square tube design with a black powder coat over an e-coat base for superior rust protection. It is an easy bolt on installation.

If you need trailer wiring, I recommend the Tekonsha Upgraded Circuit Protected Tail Light Converter Hardwire Kit with 4-Pole Connector (Includes Tester) # 119178KIT. This will give you a 4-way flat connector for your trailer or lighted accessory.

If you will be towing with this hitch, I recommend the B&W Tow & Stow 2-Ball Mount - 2" Hitch - 7" Drop, 7-1/2" Rise - 10K - Black # BWTS10040B. This ball mount will adjust to tow multiple trailers level. It has two of the standard size hitch ball options for trailer couplers, and has a nice stowable feature when not in use.

This combination will give you a complete system unless you need a connection for a trailer with brakes. In that case you would need a brake controller like # 90195 and a wiring kit like # ETBC7.