Trailer Hitch and Wiring Recommendation for 2018 Ford Explorer
Published 12/19/2018
Question:
I have a 2018 Ford Explorer that I need a trailer hitch for so I can tow my utility trailer.
asked by: harry
Expert Reply:
For your 2018 Ford Explorer the trailer hitch I recommend is the etrailer.com part # e98867 because it's made in the USA, has a 2 inch opening, has plenty of towing capacity, and allows the hands free liftgate to still work as long as you kick 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 then want the T-One kit part # 118540 as it plugs right into a port under the rear bumper of your vehicle for a quick and easy install. I attached an install video for this for you to check out as well.
Since you plan on doing 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.
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- 400 lbs TW
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