Trailer Hitch and Wiring Recommendation for 2018 Ford Explorer

Published 10/18/2018

Question:

I have a 2018 Ford Explorer and need a trailer hitch for it. I also have the hands free liftgate that I still want to be able to use. Which hitch should I get?

asked by: mike h

Expert Reply:

For your 2018 Ford Explorer the Draw Tite hitch part # 76034 is the option I recommend. It has the highest towing capacities of the hitches available which means it is the strongest and because you'll be able to retain the use of your hands free liftgate by simply kicking your foot to either side of the hitch opening. I attached an install video for this hitch for you to check out as well.

For trailer wiring you'd want the part # 118272 for if you need a 7-way or part # 118540 for if you need a 4-way.

If you wanted to do some towing you might be interested in 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 include a ball mount with the right rise or drop to tow the trailer level, check out the link I have included that explains how to measure to choose a ball mount to tow the trailer level.

expert reply by: Jameson C