How Many Bikes Will Fit a Class III Trailer Hitch on a 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander
Question:
Good afternoon, We recently purchased trailer hitch 13581 for our Mitsubishi Outlander 2009. Will my spare tire still stay in place and be accessible? Also how many bikes can I haul with it and is the extra bike rack support strap necessary? Bike Rack Strap 18050 Also what tools are needed to install this?
asked by: Frank
Helpful Expert Reply:
Both the Curt trailer hitch # 13581 and Draw-Tite trailer hitch # 75555 for the 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander have the same capacities and basically install the same way with very similar designs. The main difference between them is that Curt does recommend the use of stabilization strap # 18050 when using any non-trailer accessory like a bike rack or cargo carrier. Draw-Tite does not have this recommendation or requirement.
For either of these hitches they can handle up to 5 bikes. If you can tell me how many bikes you wish to carry I will be happy to make some recommendations.
To install either trailer hitch you would need basic hand tools, wrenches, sockets, and a torque wrench. If you do not have a torque wrench many auto parts stores will loan out tools. I have included a link to a video showing a typical installation of the Curt hitch and instruction links for both hitches.
Products Referenced in This Question
Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 400 lbs TW
- 4000 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- Visible Cross Tube
- CURT
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Curt Cam Buckle Stabilizing Strap for Hitch-Mounted Accessories - 61" x 1" - Qty 1
- Accessories and Parts
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Hitch Cargo Carrier
- Tie Down Straps
- CURT
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