Recommended Suspension Enhancement and Hitch for a 2013 Dodge Grand Caravan

Updated 08/22/2024 | Published 08/18/2024

Products Featured in This Question

Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement System

(6311)

$269.36

Curt Towing Starter Kit for 2" Hitches - 2" Ball - 3/4" Rise, 2" Drop - 7.5K

(781)

$76.37

Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector

(681)

$73.94

etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2"

(1069)

$173.44

Hollywood Racks Sport Rider SE Bike Rack for 2 Electric Bikes - 2" Hitches - Frame Mount

(1164)

$529.99

Question:

Hello I’m trying to upgrade my suspension on my 2013 dodge grand caravan. I camp often and need added clearance. Additionally I am trying to use a carrying hitch for my 305 lbs enduro. I bought a heavy duty swing out arm so I can still open the gate while the bike is on the hitch. Unfortunately, I can’t seem to find anything beefy enough to hold the weight of the bike. I also need the hitch to tow a tent trailer that weighs under 4000lbs. Thanks for any help you can give. -Ashley A

asked by: Ashley A

Expert Reply:

Hey Ashley, I would be happy to help! Let's address your suspension issues first. For your 2013 Dodge Grand Caravan, I recommend the Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement System item # TDVRRT. This hollow rubber springs will replace your factory bump stops and limit how far your suspension will travel.

The Timbren item # TDVRRT is great due to the zero maintenance required and will give you the support you are seeking. This is the best way to keep your van from sagging,

I can't tell if you already have a hitch but incase you don't, the best one for your van is going to be our etrailer item # e98854. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your 2013 Dodge Grand Caravan with included hardware. It is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver that has a 4,000 lbs towing capacity and a 400 lbs maximum tongue weight.

Since you are planning on towing you will also need a wiring harness item # C56331 and a ball mount kit item # C45534.

Our highest capacity bike rack that works with swing out adapters is the Hollywood Racks Sport Rider SE Bike Rack item # HLY84FR. It has a 80 lbs per bike capacity, works with tires up to 5" wide, and has padded clamps that work great with standard shaped frames and step-thru's.

I have linked review and installation videos below for all of these parts so you can see how to get them set up and their features demonstrated.