🚗 CURT 13143 Class 3 Trailer Hitch, 2-Inch Receiver, Compatible with Lexus RX350 and RX450h Models Review

Easy installation. I used a jack on one side and bolted the other side. I lowered the muffler by removing the two bolts connecting it to the frame, they had to be screwed in before attaching the hitch as the hitch partially hides these bolts. The plastic had to be cut but there was a score line on the underside of the plastic so this was made easier with my branch shears and utility knife. The Lexus fork was an optional purchase, but it gave it a nice finished look.

I have had several tow bars and I think this is the best. One person installs using a jack to lift and hold. The plastic cover was a consumer of the time. My rx350 has factory trailer wire connectors. One under the left rear and one in the trunk at the rear right next to the spare wheel under the plastic storage bin. The electrical wiring required for these connections is available from Revain at Tekonsha Part #11825 Re: 'modulation with circuit protection'. Fits and works great at a good price

Easy to install on my SUV. I unhooked the exhaust pipe, but it wasn't really necessary when I installed the hitch. Probably the hardest part was removing the lower fairing, cutting the exact holes for the hitch and reinstalling. I torqued the bolts to 86 ft-lbs as instructed, but in retrospect. Maybe I just had to use the max torque impact gun I needed to loosen the tow hook loops. The packaging could have been better. The coupling broke out of the shipping carton upon delivery. The USPS did a…

I was amazed at how easy the installation was. I was addicted to a Jeep Cherokee many years ago and it was extremely difficult so I expected it to be difficult as well. I installed this hitch on a 2010 Lexus RX350 in less than 2 hours. The receiver is very strong and high quality. The holes line up perfectly with the welded nuts. The hardest part was pulling it up to tighten the bolts, but I used the exhaust to support the right side while I bolted the left side. It doesn't require much…

Absolutely superb clutch! Looks just as good as. plant one. Perfect fit for my 2012 Le us Rx 350. I have to tell you it fits easily over the rubber muffler which U-Tube says needs to be removed. It fits me, I don't have to take it off. My hitch model was 13143. I also highly recommend the #56083 electrical connector, which is located above the rider's rear wheel. You can tell if it has juice by looking in the manual for fuse # in the fuse box. If there is a fuse in this location, there must be…

The product itself is very well designed and durable. The fit is excellent and can be screwed on. However, read these tips. Tip 1 It only takes 2 people to lift the hitch into place and insert a couple of jackbolts. The rest of the work (99%) is done by one person. Tip 2: Use a cardboard clutch between the floor and your body. Works well to protect you from dirt. Tip 3 Prepare the six mounting holes/weld nuts with the supplied hex head screws by adding antioxidant to the screw threads and…

I have very little mechanical ability, I tried to install myself and successfully. Very strong, located above the silencer, you don't need to attach the silencer to this node like some other nodes. Looks like it belongs to a truck. A little note about the installation. 1) Take a picture of ALL THE BOLTS SO YOU CAN EASILY SEE IF YOU FORGET WHERE TO GO. 2) FOR SELF ASSEMBLY, I PLACED THE REFRIGERATOR UNDER THE DRIVER'S SIDE AND INSTALLED THE RADIATOR. THEN I RAISED THE MUFFLER ON THE PASSENGER…

Installed on a 2013 Lexus RX350. Good quality clutch and easy assembly. Aside from that plastic Lexus cover that mounts on the back of my car, installation was very easy. The total installation time was less than an hour, including wrestling with the dam's plastic sheet to get it back in place. I like that this link is completely hidden except for the recipient. I definitely recommend this hook. Even a beginner can easily install it. IMPORTANT NOTE. You need to determine if your Lexus comes…

I recently purchased a Curt towbar for my 2014 Lexus RX 350. I have read many reviews written by other buyers and would highly recommend other potential buyers to do the same. While I agree that it's best to have two people do the installation, it can be done by one with a little advance planning. First, familiarize yourself with your car's lifting points. I used a jack to raise my car to a height where the wheels almost touched the floor of the garage. Second, temporarily prop up the 40-pound…