Recommended Trailer Hitch For A 2012 Ford E-350 Van

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I may buy 2012 e350 ford cargo van. I will be be towing a 6x12 Haulmark Cargo trailer. Which hitch would you recommend for this vehicle and purpose.

asked by: Russell H

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The towing capacity for a 2012 Ford E-350 Van ranges from 6,300 to 7,400lbs so you could go with a Class III hitch like the Curt # 13055 (6k capacity) or you could go a bit higher to a Class IV hitch # 14055 (10k capacity) to ensure that you can use your van's full capacity.

As a reminder, you have to go with the lowest rating whether that's your vehicle or the trailer hitch. This means that if the van's capacity is only 6k but you put a 10k hitch on you'd still be limited to only 6k towing capacity.

If the van doesn't already have a trailer wiring harness installed then you'll also need to pick up the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness # 118551 for a 4-pole connector. If the trailer has brakes then you'll also need to install a 7-way # ETBC7.

expert reply by: Kevin C

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Answer 1

I would be happy to help! The Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver #41906 you were looking at measures 18-1/2" from the center of the rear mounting holes to the center of the hitch pin hole where the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #14055 measures…

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Answer 2

For your 2014 Ford E-350 cutaway chassis the Curt hitch part #14055 would be an excellent option. I attached a picture that shows it sticks out a decent amount from the rear of the frame as well.

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Answer 3

There are 3 options from the manufacturer for the 2009 E-350 Ford Van. Factory 7-Way trailer wiring, factory 4-Way trailer wiring, and no existing trailer wiring. I will go over all three since you did not indicate which one your vehicle has. If you…

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Answer 4

Hey Zach! The Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness #C56020 you were looking at is the best option for your 2006 E-150. This plugs into the connection points behind your rear tail lights for a quick and easy installation. Do you need the 4-way for…

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Answer 5

For your extended 2012 Ford E-350 the correct hitch fit is the Curt #13055. This is a rear hitch like you are needing that has great towing capacities.

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Answer 6

I recommend the Stromberg Carlson Trailer Tray Cargo Carrier #CC-255 for your 2021 Forest River Cherokee Grey Wolf 255RRT toy hauler. With this you will be able to store the spare tire on the tray or off the side of the tray so that it will not…

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Answer 7

I'm assuming you're speaking of the factory tow package harness located behind the rear bumper. Ford might offer a harness that would allow you to plug in further up the truck bed, but the best bet we offer would be #PK11998 pigtail or if…

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Answer 8

Hi Bry, It looks like the issue might not be with the brake controller after all, but possibly with the wiring. If your #10 fuse keeps blowing when you hook up your trailer to the CURT #C56020 T-Connector on your 2006 Ford van, it’s likely due to a…

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Answer 9

You can wire a backup camera, like the Rear View Safety Backup Camera System #RVS-770614, to a different function so that it stays on all of the time. This is actually a common solution that even the manufacturers recommend for customers. If your…

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Answer 10

The connectors you have found are not confirmed to be for the trailer wiring and we don't have any wiring harness that is a fit for what you described. Because you don't have the factory trailer wiring, I recommend starting with the T-One…

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The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 12

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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