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Trailer Hitches for 2005's w/ Sto-N-Go


dholly
12-31-2004, 06:11 PM
Hello -

I have a 2005 Grand Caravan SXT w/ Sto-N-Go seating, plus a few misc. trailers to pull. So I did a little research on trailer hitches today and figured someone might benefit from this info*.

*Disclaimer: 1.) I have NO affiliation with any company mentioned herein; 2.) I assume NO responsibility for it's accuracy, use or results; 3.) This info is not intended to be all inclusive.

I started with a Google search (surprise!) and found http://www.etrailer.com/ listed multiple class II and III hitches for my application (the hitches mentioned should also be applicable to Chrysler T&C w/ Sto-N-Go seating as well). They were, in no particular order:

Class II

Valley Custom Built Class II Trailer Hitch Receiver

Number: V66880
Price: $124.78
Shipping Weight: 45.00 pounds
Install Difficulty: 6 out of 10; approx. 60 mins; drilling NOT required

http://www.etrailer.com/images/VI/HITCH/V66880.jpg

* Powdercoated polyester black paint resists corrosion
* Hitch simply bolts on, no welding required
* 1-1/4" square opening
* Ballmount, pin and clip are included
* Solid one-piece, all welded construction for strength
* Trailer hitch is rated for 3,500 lbs with 350 lbs of tongue weight
* All Valley trailer hitches have a limited lifetime warranty

Curt Custom Built Class II Trailer Hitch

Number: 12295
Price: $136.92
Shipping Weight: 53.00 pounds
Install Difficulty: 4 out of 10; approx. 40 mins; drilling IS required

http://www.etrailer.com/images/CT/HITCH/12295.jpg

* Powder coat finish resists rust and corrosion
* WeatherTite construction prevents rusting from the inside out by sealing the hitch crosstube
* Solid all-welded construction for maximum strength and safety
* All frame attachment
* Simple bolt-on installation, no welding required
* 1-1/4" square receiver opening
* Ballmount, pin and clip are included
* All Curt trailer hitches have a limited lifetime warranty


Class III

Valley Custom Built Class III Trailer Hitch Receiver

Number: V82770
Price: $129.45
Shipping Weight: 50.00 pounds
Install Difficulty: 6 out of 10; approx. 60 mins; drilling NOT required

http://www.etrailer.com/Merchant2/graphics/00000001/va/v82770.jpg

* Powdercoated polyester black paint resists corrosion
* Hitch simply bolts on, no welding required
* 2" square opening
* Ballmount, pin and clip are sold separately
* Solid one-piece, all welded construction for strength
* All Valley trailer hitches have a limited lifetime warranty

Hidden Hitch Class III Trailer Hitch Receiver

Number: 87718
Price: $177.90
Shipping Weight: 57.00 pounds
Install Difficulty: 10 out of 10; approx. 1:40 mins; drilling NOT required

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* Trailer hitch is dipped in a black rust resistant coating
* Custom designed for each vehicle type and model year for simple installation and better fit
* Trailer Hitch includes mounting hardware and easy to read installation instructions (see Typical Installation Instructions in the "detailed info" link)
* Simple bolt-on installation, no welding required
* 2" square receiver opening
* Removable drawbars and ballmounts (sold separately) eliminate banged or bruised shins and enhance the appearance when not in use
* All Hidden Hitch trailer hitches meet and exceed V5, VS, CSA, and SAE J684-98 standards are inspected for quality workmanship
* All Hidden Hitch trailer hitches have a limited lifetime warranty

Draw-Tite Class III Trailer Hitch Receiver

Number: 75166
Price: $159.63
Shipping Weight: 57.00 pounds
Install Difficulty: 10 out of 10; approx. 1:40 mins; drilling NOT required

http://www.etrailer.com/Merchant2/graphics/00000001/dt/75166.jpg

* Solid all-welded construction for maximum strength and safety
* Trailer hitch is custom built according to the vehicle's manufacturer and model year to ensure perfect fit and top towing performance
* Computer-aided design and fatigue stress testing ensure a strong design that will withstand road abuse within specified capacities
* Black E-Coat base with black powder coat finish for corrosion resistance
* All frame attachment
* Simple bolt-on installation, no welding required
* 2" square receiver opening
* Ballmount, pin and clip are sold separately
* All Draw-Tite trailer hitches have a limited lifetime warranty

You will also need...

Draw-Tite T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness
(Can be used with 5-pole, 6-pole or 7-pole adapters)

Number: 18300
Price: $22.65

http://www.etrailer.com/Merchant2/graphics/00000001/dt/t1/18300.jpg

* Quick and Easy
* No Cutting, Splicing or Taping
* Just Plug in the T-One Connector and You're Ready to Tow
* Solid One Piece Construction
* 16 Guage Bonded Wire w/ 4-Flat Plug
* "Factory" Appearance
* Simple Do-It-Yourself Instructions on Every Package

Additional info, including illustrated installation instruction guides, for each hitch can be found at the above mentioned web retailer or the respective manufacturer's website.

www.valleyindustries.com
www.curtmfg.com
www.hiddenhitch.net
www.drawtite-hitches.com

Hope that helps!

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