Comparing Trailer Hitches for 2014 Ford Explorer  

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The Curt # C13386 and Draw-Tite # 76034 trailer hitches for your 2014 Ford Explorer both feature 2 x 2 inch hitch receivers, a Class III rating, and will not require drilling for installation.

When used with a weight distribution system, the Curt and Draw-Tite trailer hitches all allow you up to 500 pounds total tongue weight capacity and 5,000 pound gross trailer weight towing capacity. When not using a weight distribution system, the Curt hitch has a 4,000 pound towing capacity with a 400 pound tongue weight capacity. The Draw-Tite hitch offers a 4,500 pound towing capacity with a 675 pound tongue weight capacity.

These trailer hitches do not require any drilling for installation, and the exhaust must be temporarily lowered to install the trailer hitch. The Draw-Tite trailer hitch installation requires the exhaust to be repositioned.

I recommend the Curt trailer hitch # C13386. This hitch doesn't require your exhaust to be repositioned and is economically priced without sacrificing quality.

I have attached installation videos of the Curt # C13386 for you.

If you are planning on pulling a trailer, I also recommend the Tow Ready T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness # 118540. This wiring harness plugs into your vehicle's existing wiring system and doesn't require and cutting, splicing, or tapping. I have included an installation video of this wiring harness for you.

I recommend the etrailer.com Ball Mount Kit # 989900 if you will need a 2 inch hitch ball mount. This kit comes with two ball mounts that have different drop and rise sizes, as well as two hitch balls with different ball diameter.

expert reply by: Victoria B

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