Trailer hitch receiver opinions

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April 27, 2017, 09:36 AM

kx90

Trailer hitch receiver opinions

I need to add a hitch receiver to my truck (2013 Nissan Frontier).

Anyone ever deal with etrailer.com?

They have two available brands for my model truck. A Curt and Draw-Tite.

Any opinions/advice would be greatly appreciated.

April 27, 2017, 09:52 AM

TXJIM

Either brand is fine. They should make a model that bolts right up to existing frame holes for your truck. Easy installation.

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April 27, 2017, 09:53 AM

HayesGreener

I have ordered some accessories from etrailer they were quick and reasonable. We pulled hay trailers, and farm tractor trailers. I don't know anything about Curt, but have had several Draw Tite and Reese Level IV receivers and got good service from them. Get a locking pin for your draw bar, I have had a couple of them stolen

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April 27, 2017, 09:53 AM

chellim1

I think both Curt and Draw-Tite are good brands.

From the website, it looks like only $10 difference between the two.
https://www.etrailer.com/hitch..._Nissan_Frontier.htm

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April 27, 2017, 10:14 AM

If you look at the design of both hitches, the Draw-Tite has a shorter moment arm across the back and it extends through the support brackets which is a better design to me.

The Draw-Tite also has slightly more room for the spare tire.

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April 27, 2017, 10:35 AM

PHPaul

Can't go wrong with either one. I've bought 3 Curt units from Amazon, all still in service.

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April 27, 2017, 10:48 AM

Strambo

Bought a Curt on Amazon for my new F150 and installed it myself. Went in with no issues. Used it to rent the biggest utility trailer U-Haul had and took a 1700lb load of junk to the dump I've been needing to get rid of for a year...

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April 27, 2017, 11:35 AM

mjlennon

quote:
Originally posted by Strambo:
... and took a 1700lb load of junk to the dump I've been needing to get rid of for a year...

That's a lotta junk!

I suppose I've had my share of Drawtite hitches and ball mounts over the years. I never recall any issues. Most recently had one professionally installed on a Sprinter, but not because was intimidated by hitch installation but rather the lights and brake controller on a Mercedes.

April 27, 2017, 11:54 AM

Strambo

quote:
Originally posted by mjlennon:
quote:
Originally posted by Strambo:
... and took a 1700lb load of junk to the dump I've been needing to get rid of for a year...
That's a lotta junk!

Ha! Well, most of the weight was a medium tree I cut down (wood too small to be worth burning) and an old play structure. The balance was junk...

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April 27, 2017, 12:11 PM

kx90

Thanks for the info fellas

I've heard of Draw Tite before but have never heard of Curt.

My girlfriend wants to get a boat to go out in the lakes to fish (like I'm going to try and dissuade her from that

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April 27, 2017, 12:24 PM

Crom

I used etrailer.
Good service and prices.

I also installed it myself on a 2005 Subaru Outback Wagon, following the included instructions. It was very simple.

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April 27, 2017, 02:04 PM

trapper189

I've used etrailer a number of times without issue. I have a few Curt 2 5/16 balls but have bo experience with either brandsc hitches.

April 27, 2017, 03:11 PM

Edmond

I've used etrailer. Good prices and great service. Their installation videos are awesome and they give a torque spec for the bolts.

When one of my hitches was back ordered, they e-mailed right away to let me know and asked if I wanted to wait or cancel.

April 27, 2017, 03:36 PM

rtquig

I bought a Curt hitch off Amazon last year as the hitch that came with the truck was starting to get an oval shape where the pin goes through. The hitch was heavier than the original and constructed very well. When UPS delivered the box, it looked like a pack of wild dogs had their way with it. Hitch was undamaged but the bolts that came with it were missing. I called Curt and they overnighted me new mounting hardware. Excellent customer service.

April 27, 2017, 03:40 PM

stoic-one

quote:
Originally posted by V-Tail:
Be sure to remove the thingy when you're not using it.

^^^This truth^^^
Your shins will thank you.

The Draw-Tite is a better design to me.

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April 27, 2017, 04:36 PM

kx90

Thanks fellas

Seems like Amazon and etrailer prices are almost identical for the actual receiver.

quote:
Originally posted by stoic-one:
quote:
Originally posted by V-Tail:
Be sure to remove the thingy when you're not using it.

^^^This truth^^^
Your shins will thank you.

The Draw-Tite is a better design to me.

Yeah, I used to leave my draw bar the receiver on my Ford Escape. Until I whacked a shin on it once. Then out it came

April 27, 2017, 06:17 PM

shiftyvtec

Try DelCity.net Nissan Class III

They are running a coupon (ends today) for 20% 0ff Code: BIGSALE20

A few dollars more than Amazon at $116.76 but no Tax (double check that and make sure this is the model you need)

I have ordered from this company dozens of times and they are GTG with fast shipping.