Parts Needed to Tow a 2,000 lb Trailer with a 1998 Toyota 4Runner

Updated 09/05/2014 | Published 09/03/2014

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Question:

I want to tow a 2000 pound trailer my truck is a stick and 4 wheel drive Thanks Stock # Air Flyte Year 2015 Brand Shasta Floorplan AIRFLYTE 16foot or 19foot RV Type Travel Trailer Length 16foot 0inch

asked by: Greg W

Expert Reply:

The first thing you want to do is consult the owners manual of your 1998 Toyota 4Runner to determine if there are any restrictions on towing your vehicle and what the towing capacities are. You will need the towing capacity to be more than the weight of your travel trailer. Most likely you have the capacity, but you should still check to confirm this.

For a hitch I would recommend the Curt Hitch part # C13087. This hitch has a 5,000 lb capacity so it would be more than enough for your trailer.

For trailer wiring you would want the Tow Ready Harness part # 118341.

For ball mounts I recommend the etrailer Ball Mount Kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts, 2 balls, a hitch pin with clip, and a carrying bag.

expert reply by: Jameson C