Equipping 2019 Kia Sedona LX For Towing 3200 lb Pop-Up Camper

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Hello, I own a 2019 Kia Sedona LX, it has a towing capacity of 3500lbs and a max hitch weight of 350lbs. I am looking to pull a Forest River 2318G popup camper, its GVWR is 3263lbs and its hitch weight is 263lbs. I would like to put a WDH as well as sway control on it, however I am not sure what my van can handle and if it even allows for one. Thank you for your help!

asked by: Aaron

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You can indeed use weight distribution with your 2019 Kia Sedona, and the hitches we offer for it are rated for use with weight distribution systems.

First, let's make sure your Sedona is equipped for towing, if it isn't already.

For a hitch, I'd recommend the Curt Class III, part # C13115. For a 4 pole trailer wiring harness, I'd go with # C56332 if the pop-up is NOT equipped with brakes or # TK24FR if it DOES have brakes. You'll also need a brake controller to actuate the trailer brakes. The Curt Echo, part # C51180 operates wirelessly, and once the # TK24FR wiring is installed, the installation will be plug and play. The Echo uses your smart phone to control the trailer brakes, so you won't need to bolt a brake controller to the underside of the dash.

For a weight distribution/sway control system, I'd recommend the Equal-i-zer # EQ37061ET which is rated for trailer tongue weights between 200-600 lbs, which would be prefect for your pop-up. You'll also need a shank with at least a 6 inch rise like part # EQ90-02-4100. The hitch ball is included, but you'll need 1-7/8 inch thin walled socket to install it. We offer the socket as part # EQ70-00-4800.

I've linked to some installation videos that you might find helpful.

expert reply by: Mike L

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To install a 7-way on your 2017 Kia Sedona first requires you to install a 4-way like the Curt kit part #C56332 which is a confirmed, custom fit for your vehicle. Then to convert it to a 7-way for just the taillight functions (since you don't…

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Answer 2

The Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch #75894 and Curt Trailer Hitch #C13115 that fit your 2019 Kia Sedona are extremely similar. They install the same way at the same spot under the car (neither require drilling, they just bolt on) and both are Class III…

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Answer 3

The two available trailer hitches for your 2018 Kia Sedona, the Curt #C13115 and the Draw-Tite #75894, are indeed extremely similar. Both are Class III hitches with identical 4,000 pound towing and 400 pound tongue weight limits, a round crosstube…

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Answer 4

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 5

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 6

There is only one difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13176 and etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98909 that fit your 2020 Chevrolet Colorado, which is the finish. The Curt trailer hitch has a glossy black finish while the etrailer…

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Answer 7

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Answer 8

Yep, so long as your 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness is not a hybrid both the Curt and etrailer hitches will fit: - Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13382 - etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98912 The only difference besides price is the finish; the…

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Answer 9

The main difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #C13416 and the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver part #EH97FR is that the EcoHitch has a completely hidden cross tube whereas the Curt cross tube will be visible from the rear of…

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Answer 10

Hey Tim, The ZCI Circuit Protected Vehicle Wiring Harness #119250KIT is compatible with LED lights and has been used as a go to for years for people who have LED trailer lights. The light function is supposed send a tiny bit of voltage from the…

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Answer 11

If you just need a 4-pin to 7-pin trailer wiring adapter, then you can use part #C57672. This will plug into the 4-pin trailer connector on your brother's vehicle and give him the 7-pin socket for the trailer. Keep in mind, this will only give…

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Answer 12

I definitely understand being a bit overwhelmed by the amount of options in front of you, however I can definitely help with differentiating the trailer hitches for your 2019 Subaru Outback Wagon along with explaining my personal recommendation,…

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