What is the Difference Between Curt Ball Mounts 45014 and 45024

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What is the physical difference between draw bars #C45014 and #C45024 ? I see the GVW is higher in the C45014, however it is cheaper. Everything else seems to be the same.

asked by: Dick

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Ball mounts including Curt ball mounts # C45024 and # C45014 are given their rating based on how they are tested and which applications they are made for.

Other than that and the capacity they are pretty much the same.

expert reply by: Michael H

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Answer 1

Hi Bernie, There is a Curt hitch for the 2003 Toyota Matrix XR, which is the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C12013. This is as high as a hitch can get on your Matrix XR, and it'll be right up against that lower fascia like you had previously.

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Answer 2

Currently, there are 2 trailer hitches that will fit your 2005 Toyota Matrix XR. One Class-I #24812 (Draw-Tite) and one Class-II #C12013 (Curt). With that said, they are all good products but I would most certainly go with the Class-II Curt hitch…

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Answer 3

Curt trailer hitch #C12221 would be a good option as long as your 2005 Toyota Matrix is not an XR or XRS model. If it is an XR or XRS model then #C12013 would be the best option for a Curt hitch. These are both Class II hitches which means you have…

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Answer 4

All available hitches made for your 2007 Toyota Matrix XR include both Class I and Class II types in the 1-1/4-inch size. All are shown on the linked page. You'll notice all three options, parts # 24812, #C12221 and #C12013, share a very similar…

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Answer 5

The trailer hitch options for a 2006 Toyota Matrix XR are the Draw-Tite Sport Frame Receiver Hitch part #24812 and the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #C12013 which both have a 1-1/4" receiver tube opening. I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch…

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Answer 6

The Curt trailer hitch #C12013 will have the receiver just below the rear fascia on your 2006 Toyota Matrix. Take a look at the review with pictures on the product page to get an idea of where it will be. Curt does say that you need to use a…

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Answer 7

I went out to the warehouse and examined the Curt Hitch #12221 and #C12013. While they are similar, there is a key difference in the designs. From the top of the mounting brackets on each side of the hitch down to the bottom of the receiver, hitch…

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Answer 8

First, release the mechanism that holds the coupler onto the ball. It may be a lever or a knob that has to be turned. Some require a dual action move where you would push back or forward on the lever while lifting up on it. If you have done this and…

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Answer 9

The reason the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C12228 is not listed as a confirmed fit on your 2007 Toyota Matrix XR is because it was designed to fit the 2009-2013 Matrix. For your 2007 Matrix XR you will need to use the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver…

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Answer 10

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 11

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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Answer 12

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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