Will etrailer Trailer Hitch e78KR Be Able To Replace Class I Hitch On 2008 Honda Element?

Updated 06/11/2021 | Published 06/09/2021

Products Featured in This Question

Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"

(20)

$229.74

Curt Cam Buckle Stabilizing Strap for Hitch-Mounted Accessories - 61" x 1" - Qty 1

(679)

$16.44

Question:

you recommended a etrailer trailer hitch # e78KR which is a class 3, because it will clear the ground. I have a Honda Element 2008 EX that is a Class 1C. will this fit my car? Also is etrailerTrailer better built than Curt?

asked by: Rochelle

Expert Reply:

The etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e78KR you mentioned is confirmed to fit your 2008 Honda Element EX and will be perfect for replacing your class I trailer hitch receiver.

As you mentioned the # e78KR is a Class III hitch with a 2" receiver that is great due to it having the most available accessories such as bike racks, cargo carriers, and ball mounts for towing a trailer.

The etrailer and Curt hitches are both equally built with no clear advantage going to one or the other. It more comes down to the specific design of the hitches in question, the matte finish vs the glossy finish, and the price.

If you are planning on towing with your Element you will also need a vehicle wiring harness # 118465, and a ball mount, hitch ball, and hitch pin and clip which can all be found in the etrailer Ball Mount Kit # 989900.

If you plan to carry bikes or cargo with your hitch, you would need to also use the stabilizer strap # 18050 with the Curt hitch, but not the etrailer hitch. This alone is enough to go with the etrailer hitch.

I included installation videos for each of the products mentioned for you to take a look at.

expert reply by: Samuel C