Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"

by: George M06/03/2020

Hitch was very easy to install per included instructions. The hardest part was holding the hitch in place while I installed the bolts. I used blocks of wood to hold the hitch in place. Thanks again for a quality product with easy installation! 807600

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Its still proving to be a valued product!

George M - 06/07/2021

by: Abe BG06/20/2021

2012 Honda Odyssey

Don't buy. Not suitable for a 2012 Honda Odyssey EX-L using a beautiful Kuat NV 4 bike rack. [The rack] will scratch in most driveways, don't even try rough or dirt roads. It's incredible how a crappy item can damage an expensive one. No one in etrailer thought about testing and disclosing what racks would be compatible or fit well with this model. I sent my order number and feedback to CS and also let Kuat know. I would appreciate that they mention when making their helpful videos. 1070813

Thank you for your review. You may need to buy an adapter to lift your rack. View the part below to get an additional 6 inch rise.

-- Sierra K - 06/23/2021

Thank you for your review. You may need to buy an adapter to lift your rack. View the part below to get an additional 6 inch rise.

-- Sierra K - 06/23/2021

by: Roger05/26/2020

2004 Honda Odyssey

Works great ... has me wondering why it took so long to install one on my van. I use it primarily for a utility trailer (carting items to the landfill), as well as, for a bike carrier that holds 4 bicycles. I read somewhere that the suggested time to install was 2-hours and it was spot-on. After a quick inspection of the undercarriage ... I made a trip to the local "store" to get a 1/2" tube brush and 12 mm x 1.25 Tap set ... even though you might be able to save a buck or two ... SAVE yourself the trouble and hassle and just ORDER them both when you but this hitch. My son and i spent about 1 1/2 of those 2 hours cleaning out a number of years worth of road grit from the pre-installed holes on the vans frame designed to receive the bolts that came with the hitch kit. Once the holes were cleaned out and the muffler exhaust pipe freed ... it was about 20 minutes to install. Very straight forward. The holes in the hitch lined up with the pre-installed holes on the Vans frame without much maneuvering needed. While you can probable install this solo, the hitch is "kind of heavy" when you lying on the ground ... so a helper is ... helpful. The video was an excellent resource for the install ... GREAT JOB!!!!. 803468

Still a great hitch after 1 year of service. Still solid and no problems. as noted by others, there is some paint chipping off with minor noticeable corrosion at those spots... However, after the year of trips to the Landfill, scout camps, miles of travel on gravel roads hauling a utility trailer and bike rack and the associate abuse of being under the van ... this has been the best upgrade a vehicle owner can make. when the van goes ... the hitch will stay.

Roger - 05/27/2021

Thank you for your review. Please cover any bare metal with anti-corrosive paint and grease often.

-- Sierra K - 5/28/2021

Wow.. what a quality built and easy to install. Did 95% installation myself with my wife putting in the last bolt. I had to push and maneuver the hitch a little for the bolt to in into place. Looks pretty awesome on my Odyssey. 1057587

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by: Kenneth08/23/2021

The trailer hitch is great. I installed it by my self using a floor jack for help. At first I was sure I was sent the wrong bolts with the hitch, as they would not go in. They seemed too big for the 10 year old van. I then bought a tap and tapped out the existing holes, added a little oil, and like magic the bolts went in easliy. It would not be a bad idea to offer the correct size tap as an option. 1132294

Instead of using a tap you can clean the weld nuts with the tips in this help article:

-- Sierra K - 08/31/2021

How to Clean Weld Nuts for the Installation of a Trailer Hitch | etrailer.com

by: George09/25/2021

2006 Honda Odyssey

Etrailer did a great job of price and delivery. The only problem I had was with the DrawTite itself which was that the bolt holes did not perfectly aline with the bolt holes in the car - a 2006 Honda Odyssey. I did get 5 of the 6 bolts installed, and that was enough to tow the trailers I needed the hitch for. Anyhow, that car is sold, and I intend to get another hitch for my new Venza very soon. Of course, I will get it from Etrailer. It will be the 3rd hitch I will have bought from Etrailer. 1162549

by: Lygia10/07/2021

We bought this hitch and a luggage rack from etrailer for our Honda oddessy 2014 van when we had our 4th child last year. We travel to see family every other month and a lot during the holidays, so this was necessary! The hitch was very easy to set up and it took my husband less than an hour to attach it and the luggage rack. The hitch came straight to our front door.. so convenient! Highly recommend! 1173811

The original receiver I ordered was not in stock. Customer service was very quick in contacting me and offering a substitute. It was an easy install. The videos posted by etrailer are very helpful! I would definitely buy from etrailer again. 1024576

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Purchased this hitch rather than others because I like that it picks up all six factory weld nuts making the bolt pattern long and strong, has massive bent up shear webs, uses welded lug design to retain tube, exceeds my vehicle rating, and is compatible with j-pins. I have a steep driveway so ground clearance was a concern. While several other hitch models/brands have slightly better clearance (better by 5”-.75” at receiver) they require more install time and vehicle mods, or don’t look as structurally redundant. My hitch arrived in a banged up box, which is understandable given the products’ size and weight. One spot of powder coat was chipped off. I spray painted the spot before install. I used ramps for more working space. My Ody has factory mud guards, so I had to remove the driver side guard before the fascia. Fascia protected driver side weld nuts from rust, but pax side rust was moderate. Did not drop the exhaust. Used 2x6 on a floor jack to lift and roll hitch into position. Rolled right over exhaust without problem. Kids served as outriggers on 2x6 to prevent tip over, which never was an issue. Exhaust is directly below aft two weld nuts but a socket wrench with long extension can be used to push the exhaust pipe genially out of the way, even when still connected to the rubber grommets. It took some a little shifting and trial and error to get all six bolts to line up and go in. I found it best to put aft bolts on each side in first, then the forward, then middle. Like a tire, I incrementally torqued in a star-like pattern. Total install time was 3hrs, but I wasn’t in a hurry. After installation I checked clearance at bottom of driveway and found it to be 1.5”. I’m looking into skid wheel options for when I’m loaded. All-in-all, I’m happy with my experience thus far. 822931

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Bought a trailer hitch for our 2009 Honda Odyssey. The only hitch (get it) was that it was delayed in shipping by one day. The delay was by UPS, not etraler's fault. We live in a remote part of California, so that's not very unusual. The hardest part of the instillation was getting the rubber exhaust hanger free. A squirt of WD40 took care of that. It bolted up perfectly, as if it came from the Honda factory. I also bought the trailer wire kit. My biggest anxiety was getting the interior panels off without damaging the clips. They came off easily and the wire kit installed as easy as the hitch. Overall, it took about 2 hours from start to finish. That includes getting out the jack, stands, tools, being interrupted by my two year old a few times and cleanup. I chose etrailer because of the price for a Draw-Tite hitch. I had found cheaper hitches online, but didn't know the brands. I trust Draw-Tite. We are in the market for a vintage camping trailer and this is what we need to pull it. I told my wife that this was easiest part I've ever installed. It went as straight forward as the instructions showed. Thank you etrailer. 501948

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Our hitch is still working great. When the time comes to get a new vehicle, I’ll be looking to etrailer if it doesn’t already have a hitch. I’m very happy with my purchase.

Dave C - 04/28/2019

by: Red06/30/2020

Excellent hitch. Always have great experiences when ordering from etrailer. We use this hitch for a hitch basket and a bike rack though I have had the same in other vehicles for towing and it works great. Take your time installing and you’ll have it on in no time. 825084

1 year on and the kids bikes have come everywhere with us. Holds the cargohitch basket with no issues. Sill very pleased with the product and the service.

Red - 07/01/2021

This can be a one man job if you have ramps and a short step stool. The thing that made the install take longer than 30 minutes was that the bolts on the passenger side would not line up if the drivers side bolts were on. I had to remove all the bolts on the driver side and set the hitch on a step stool 12 inches high so that the driver side was about 3 inches away from the mounting location. This was the only way i could get all three passenger side bolts to line up. Torqued to 69 pound-feet and i was done. Three stars for those three bolts. 83466

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Thanks for your comment and feedback. I see that our customer service team was in contact with you and were able to get this issues resolved.

-- Rachael H - 6/15/2015

I cannot grade the towing capability yet, but this review is on installation. Less than one hour from start till I was putting tools away on the same day of arrival. One man job with the assistance of a rolling floor jack. Put rear up on ramps, hit holes with wd40, used one bolt to test run all threads, did not unhook tailpipe, simply insert the plate in, over, and let it rest on on exhaust (majority of weight still supported by jack). Start with left side, place 1 bolt loosely and then continue to switch sides with two at a time. Used torque wrench at 68 lbs to finish securing. Done. Looks great too! Up next: electrical and trans cooler. Thank you etrailer for the product and videos. Bought the hitch bc of such great reviews. 177862

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Wonderful. Great towing hitch. Looks clean, sleek, and strong. No problems at all. Well pleased! Have used numerous times for towing.

Jarrett e - 03/09/2016

by: Greg S09/27/2021

2013 Honda Odyssey

I have used it about 10 times on the back of a 2013 Honda Odyssey. It is too low to the ground resulting dragging on pavement/concrete in small dips in a road/driveway. Make sure you use at least 4 straps to keep the bike from moving too much during braking or accelerating. I nearly burst the rear window first time I used it. 1164219

by: Davie07/28/2021

Love the trailer hitch! It is difficult to install by yourself given the weight of the hitch, but I found the hitch to be of very high quality. I have used this hitch to toe 4 bicycles and it works like a champ. There are 2 different pin sizes to make sure you are covered. I recommend to get a hitch cover. I have some slight rusting as a result of sliding in the bicycle carrier rack in and out and not having a hitch cover while not carrying a bike. 1107329

Easy to install. Works great. etrailer had the best price and provided fast shipping. 1038993

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Product received in good condition and in time. Took 20 minutes to install. Have to see how it goes with hitch cargo carrier. 988535

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I'm not sure how a hitch install could be any easier. It doesn't require two people because you can hang the passenger side of the hitch on the tailpipe while you start one of the bolts on the drivers side. By a mile, the hardest part is chasing the existing threads on the van. My van had traveled many dirt roads and the grime was thick on the underside. Still, this wasn't a hard job at all. I've included pics of the installed hitch and the 6 bolts (yes, only 6) that are required to do this job. We're going to the lake this weekend and we'll be pulling the popup behind us. We also bought a transmission cooler from this site as well and it's going to keep the transmission cool while we're hauling kids, bicycles, pets, and everything else down to the campsite. 258178

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Now that a year has gone by Im happy to report that this hitch has been a great performer. No issues, troubles, hiccups, or regrets about this purchase.

Chris H - 06/08/2017

Installed hitch on my 2008 Honda Odyssey. Use: I bought the hitch so I could use a “Black Widow” motorcycle hauler with my van. I use it to haul my 2021 Honda Monkey Motorcycle around including a week long trip to Nantahalla, N.C. so i could ride it through the mountains and The Tail of the Dragon”. This hitch has added versatility to my van. Installation: I watched your installation video which was awesome and went for it. My installation was tough, but it was most likely the 13 years of rust i had to battle, not the hitches fault. I used an impact gun once i got the bolts started but it was still tough and had to finish with a breaker bar to fully tighten. I cleaned and cleaned and cleaned the holes as suggested bit it didnt seem to help. Things to consider: I dont have much ground clearance on the van so i occasionally scrape the ground with the back tip of the motorcycle hauler when attached if pulling in and out of areas with uneven pavement. It doesnt bother me. Think about your rear shocks as they may not be designed for the extra weight. It doesnt bother me. Consider the construction of the hitch when comparing to competitors. I liked the round pipe construction over the square. 1090635

can be a one person job when following the video guide and do a little bit research, this hitch is solid and sturdy, have been loading a 75 pounds ebike for a few weeks without any problem. i built my own ramp using solid wood as many reviewers did. 435930

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Still good

figo - 09/24/2018

by: Alison07/28/2021

We have had this trailer hitch for a year and have used it several times. We have had zero issues with it. It has been perfect for attaching a luggage carrier for vacations. We have also used it for attaching a bike rack. 1106957

Caution for average-ability DIY installation. The 6 weld nut attachment points need to be sprayed with penetrating oil like WD40, allowed to sit for several minutes, then scrubbed very clean. Repeat several times if necessary to remove dirt, road salt and corrosion. Installation videos show this step, but it is not obvious how thorough the cleaning needs to be. Dry fit the bolts into the weld nuts to be sure the bolt can thread the nut without obstruction. I learned the hard way, breaking one of the six weld nuts during installation. Fortunately, etrailer has a good instruction video for "Weld nut removal and replacement". If not for the broken weld nut, the installation would have taken about 1 hour. In lieu of the broken weld nut, I used a 2" x 1/2" hex bolt, a 1/2" nut, plus the block and washer that came with the hitch. 1084038

by: Brian08/16/2021

My order came quickly and was simple to install. I've been able to hitch a trailer so that I can get rid of yard debris, fallen branches, and also hitched a bike trailer. Wish I had gotten it sooner! 1123904

by: Michael07/08/2021

2015 Honda Odyssey

Sturdy Class III hitch! I initially had an issue with installation. Either the threading on the bolts were off or the factory threading on my 2015 Honda Odyssey was off. After paying a mechanic shop to install the hitch, I’ve had no issues. To be honest, I’ve probably put more weight than the recommended limit on the hitch and it’s held up just fine! Highly recommended! 1086931

Really great product. Fits my 2005 Odyssey like a glove. This was my very first installation and I can confirm that it can in fact be installed by a single person, without raising the car and without removing the exhaust pipe. It did take a while (probably 1.5 hrs total) to complete as I needed to clean the threads in the weld nuts. Following recommendation from someone on this web-site (i.e. one of the reviewers), I had purchased an M12 x 1.25 tap and it made the work super easy (initially tried just WD40 with steel brush with basically zero effect as there was some serious rust build up in the threads). I've positioned the hitch on two jack stands (which supported it at JUST the right elevation) and started "wiggling" it towards the car frame. The driver's side was a piece of cake. It took a bit of effort to squeeze the passenger side of the hitch in between the car frame and the exhaust pipe. Once that was completed, the rest was relatively easy. I forgot to mention that I did try to remove the exhaust pipe, but didn't manage to do so. It would have made the things easier, but in the end I ended up "deflecting" the pipe suspended on the rubber piece by hand in order to be able to work with the bolts on the passenger side. All in all, very nice fit, super strong and sturdy hitch and overall - a really great experience (and tons of satisfaction =). Thanks etailer. 438493

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