Ground Clearance with a Trailer Hitch Installed on a 2002 Suzuki Vitara JLX
Updated 05/22/2020 | Published 10/03/2012
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I would like to see pictures of the hitch to see how far it hanges down for the approch angle when entering and leaving ditches. 2002 Suzuki JLX two door, soft top If you have suggestions for the tightest closest fitting 2inch tow hitch, please give them.
asked by: John B
Expert Reply:
Basically, all of the hitches for the 2002 Suzuki Vitara will have the receiver directly below the rear fascia on the vehicle. The Class I hitches like # 60942 will have a little more ground clearance because the receiver is smaller. However you will be very limited in accessories and towing capacity with Class I hitches.
I have included a diagram that shows the position of the Class III Draw-Tite hitch # 41537 relative to the rear fascia. Since the outside of a Class III receiver is 2-1/2 inches square the bottom of the hitch will be approximately 3 inches below the rear fascia.
To complete your towing set up I recommend the following parts:
etrailer Ball Mount Kit, # 989900
Trailer wiring harness, # C55372
I have included links to the hitch and wiring instructions for you.
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- For Towing
- Class III
- 350 lbs TW
- 3500 lbs GTW
- 4000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 400 lbs WD TW
- Visible Cross Tube
- CURT
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Robert W.
5/20/2020
Sure would like to know the difference in the actual weight of a 1 and a quarter and a 2 inch trailer hitch? Nowhere does it mention the weight of the hitches? I dont want to be carring a lot of extra weight if there is a big difference between them.