Installation of Draw-Tite Class I Hitch # 24816 on 2008 Mazda 3 s Grand Touring Hatchback

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Do you know what installation is required for a 2008 Mazda MAZDA3 s Grand Touring Hatchback? I see videos on a 2007 which required drilling for the bolts and it looks like a 2009 doesnt require drilling. Any info you could provide would be great. Thanks!

asked by: Hank

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The Draw-Tite Class I 1-1/4 Inch Hitch, part # 24816, will fit the 2004 to 2006 Mazda 3 all models, and 2007 to 2009 Mazda 3 all models with and without LED taillights. So, this hitch will fit your 2008 Mazda 3 s Grand Touring Hatchback. On this hitch, drilling is required to enlarge the four existing access holes on your vehicle. I am including a link to the installation instructions on the Draw-Tite hitch.

Drilling is also required on the other hitch that will fit your vehicle. The CURT Hitch, part # 11386, will not fit vehicles with LED taillights or MazdaSPEED models. I am including the installation instructions for both of these hitches.

The 2010 and 2011 Mazda 3 model hitches do not require any drilling for hitch installation.

expert reply by: Jeff D

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Answer 1

We have 2 trailer hitch receiver options for the 2007 Mazda 3 which include the Curt #C11386 and the Draw-Tite #24816. The Curt option is not a confirmed fit for the MazdaSPEED that you have, but the Draw-Tite will fit.

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Answer 2

For a cargo carrier that will work on Class I Draw Tite Hitch #24816 you will need something that is Class I compatible. The Curt Carrier #C18145 is only designed for Class II hitches and up and would not work on your vehicle.

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Answer 3

We do have a hitch for your 2008 Mazda Speed 3, Draw-Tite Class I hitch #24816, which has a 1-1/4-inch receiver opening. This will install on your 2008 Mazda Speed 3 without any drilling and all the required hardware is included. I have linked an…

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Answer 4

Take a look at Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch, #24816. If you look at the link to the instructions I have provided, you will see that it includes the Speed 3 models. Draw-Tite also lists this hitch as a fit for Grand Touring models. I have also included a…

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Answer 5

I have an option for you, but they only trailer hitch receivers available for your 2004 Mazda 3 are 1-1/4". I recommend installing the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4" #C11386 which has a 200lb tongue weight…

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Answer 6

When using the included fishwire tool, also known as a bolt leader, when installing a trailer hitch like the Curt Trailer Hitch #C11386 that fits a 2008 Mazda 3, the bolt leader will simply thread on and off the bolts. There isn't a trick to it,…

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Answer 7

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 8

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 9

There is only one difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13176 and etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98909 that fit your 2020 Chevrolet Colorado, which is the finish. The Curt trailer hitch has a glossy black finish while the etrailer…

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Answer 10

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Answer 11

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 12

Class I and Class II hitches both have a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening. The difference is that a Class I hitch has a lower tongue weight rating, usually 200 pounds and a lower towing rating, usually 2,000 pounds. A Class II hitch usually has a tongue…

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