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coolmom42
Explorer II
Jan 26, 2017

Towing with a 4Runner or Explorer---experiences, please!

Those 2 vehicles are on my short list of desired tow vehicles for a small travel trailer. I'm aware of the tow ratings, limitations, etc. No need to belabor those points. Just wanting someone's per...
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camp-n-family
Explorer
Jan 28, 2017
coolmom42 wrote:
So basically what I have to do is verify the type hitch that is on the vehicle. Sounds like the only definite way to do that is get under it and look.


The only hitch available on the newer 5th gen models (2010 and up) is the weaker integrated factory hitch so that's what it will have unless you buy used and the previous owner put an aftermarket one on. I would still imagine that would be rare.

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