It this the correct Curt Tow Hitch

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Accessories and Modifications' started by shrktank, Mar 10, 2012.

  1. shrktank

    shrktank New Member

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    Hello

    I ordered a tow hitch from juicedhybrid. Did some reading here and it seems there are 2 models. One model seems to heat up from the exhaust and can damage the body, while the other one does not.

    From the attached install directions can you tell me if this is the model which should not cause any heat issues?

    PS: I am still laughing at the install estimate...I am not a DIY type of guy and I was figuring about 3 hour for it
     

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    #1 shrktank, Mar 10, 2012
  2. rsg

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    They have a tech support number -- I'd just call them and ask.
     
    #2 rsg, Mar 11, 2012
  3. Hitch Guy

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    Hello shrktnk!

    I'm Travis and I'm an employee of CURT Manufacturing, LLC. You are correct there are 2 models currently available for your Prius 11469 and 11276. The 11469 has been discontinued because it does not carryover to the Prius V, neither of which cause exhaust issues.

    The issue that you are referring to is of an old hitch 11470 that has been discontinued and redesigned as 11468 which eliminated the possibility of heat damage.

    If you have any questions please feel free to reply on this forum or contact me directly.

    Travis
    CURT Manufacturing, LLC.
    [email protected]
     
    #3 Hitch Guy, Mar 29, 2012
  4. revhigh

    revhigh MPG Enthusiast

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    Took me 20 minutes in my driveway by myself ....


    REV
     
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  5. JimboPalmer

    JimboPalmer Tsar of all the Rushers

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    Sure but YOU did not have to return all those bolts to the owner, that has to save time.
     
    #5 JimboPalmer, Mar 29, 2012
  6. mr_logboy

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    That is the same one I installed recently on my Prius. Took me like 30 min max
     
    #6 mr_logboy, Mar 29, 2012
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