Proper Set-Up for Towing a Pop-Up Camper with a 2014 Buick Enclave AWD  

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For your 2014 Buick Enclave, I recommend the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver, # e98863. This is a matte black finished Class III hitch with a spec rating of 5,000 lbs. for max GTW or 6,000 when using a WDS. It has a tongue weight rating of 500 lbs. increasing to 600 lbs. when using a WDS. But always refer to your vehicle specific owners manual for the vehicles max specs for towing. It is a custom fit bolt-on model that comes with all needed hardware and lifetime technical support from the experts at etrailer. Made in USA.

You will need a ball mount, such as the etrailer, # EBMK4 for Class III hitches with a 2" receiver. This has a 2-3/4" rise or 4" drop. Please note the hyperlink below that will take you help articles on how to measure for trailer hitch drop.

Because you are wanting to tow a pop-up camper, you will need the 7-way RV style wiring and not the flat 4 type. For a 2014 Buick Enclave you will want the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness, # 118271. Please note the linked installation video below of this being installed on a 2014 Chevy Traverse.

If the pop-up camper you intend to tow has a brake axle, I suggest the Tekonsha Prodigy P3, # 90195. This is the best selling, most proven option. This is a proportional brake controller that automatically levels when mounted within a 360-degree vertical range. This self-leveling feature of the P3 ensures that the brake controller continues to function even as you drive up steep hills or through the mountains.

I do suggest using dielectric grease for all electrical connectors. We have a 2 oz. tube here, # 11755 if needed.

Depending on the tongue weight of your pop-up camper combined with the cargo weight in the back of your Buick, you want to consider the Air Lift 1000 Air Helper Springs for Coil Springs, # AL60816. This provides 1,000 lbs of load-leveling support to improve safety and ride quality.

Please note the product review and installation videos below for the products listed above.

expert reply by: Michael R

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