Trailer hitch install?
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Trailer hitch install?
I need a hitch for my 2013 GL450. Should I go the dealer route or just hit up a Uhaul shop?
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Ok so The dealer quoted me 2800 for hitch. Wow.... Uhaul wanted $487.
Says its a 3500lb hitch. See the attachment.
I would think these trucks could pull more than that. My DD sedan is 4200 lbs. So I cant even tow that? Geezzzz
Says its a 3500lb hitch. See the attachment.
I would think these trucks could pull more than that. My DD sedan is 4200 lbs. So I cant even tow that? Geezzzz
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Sure they can. The GL towing capability is 7500lbs with the factory hitch.
Meanwhile the limit for the aftermarket hitch is 3500lb.
(As a bolt-on it's missing the beefy structure that MB installs.)
IMHO, this is why anybody considering a new GL/GLS should just automatically order the hitch and anybody shopping a used one should look for a factory installed unit unless you just need one to attach a bike rack.
Meanwhile the limit for the aftermarket hitch is 3500lb.
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IMHO, this is why anybody considering a new GL/GLS should just automatically order the hitch and anybody shopping a used one should look for a factory installed unit unless you just need one to attach a bike rack.
Last edited by cadetdrivr; 02-03-2017 at 02:43 PM.
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I don't see the wiring harness that MB includes on factory install for $550. Yes to get 7500 lb install it will likely cost you $2k but you get the harness for trailer lights, etc.
Good luck
Good luck
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Light hookup kit is under $100. I only use the hitch for bike and cargo racks.
But yes, the $500 factory option is well worth it. You also get the anti sway control, which is a fortune if you want to add it aftermarket.
Unfortunately for me, my truck had all my prefered options, excluding the hitch, and was on the lot.
But yes, the $500 factory option is well worth it. You also get the anti sway control, which is a fortune if you want to add it aftermarket.
Unfortunately for me, my truck had all my prefered options, excluding the hitch, and was on the lot.
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Yep, I passed on a couple of GL models that were minus the factory hitch and couldn't make the deal work due to the extra cost to add one.
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Yes, I rarely have the need for towing and when I do, I have access to a F350 diesel.
I knew this hitch was going to be delegated to light duty and it's coming off when the truck goes back on lease.
Next one will have factory hitch.
I knew this hitch was going to be delegated to light duty and it's coming off when the truck goes back on lease.
Next one will have factory hitch.
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I'm only looking for this aftermarket hitch so I can install a bike rack in the rear. I won't be doing any sorts of towing. Does the Uhaul hitch get rusty after awhile?
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1) Yup, the optional Lighting Package will turn the bi-xenons into the curve
2) The optional Active Curve Suspension actively modifies the roll characteristics of the truck
I'm gonna assume that the Curt system is incompatible with #2 due to the additional suspension hardware.
2) The optional Active Curve Suspension actively modifies the roll characteristics of the truck
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This link takes you to the Curt model for your 2013 - including video - incl install instructions - the 2014 hitch is a different bolt-on since 2014 forward frame was strenghtned/left for later hitch install for full Class III.
The 2013 Class II is Class III receiver - but the mounting is jockeyed for '13's ..
http://www.curtmfg.com/HitchLookup/f...nz&model=GL450
The 2013 Class II is Class III receiver - but the mounting is jockeyed for '13's ..
http://www.curtmfg.com/HitchLookup/f...nz&model=GL450