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> Tow Hitch, anyone have one?
DragonStang
post Jul 28 2008, 03:14 PM
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I live in Missouri and am going to buy a motorcycle this weekend. Does anyone have a hitch setup on there sonata? I'd like someone to point me in the right direction. Thanks. :beer:
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CJohnston
post Jul 28 2008, 03:29 PM
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Here's what I put on my '06 GLS V6:

Hidden Hitch:
Hidden Hitch

Wiring:
Wiring Harness

It's worked out well for me (and my father bought the same for his '06 Sonata).
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dwnthehatch
post Jul 29 2008, 09:20 PM
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I have a Hidden Hitch also. I bought it from http://www.etrailer.com/
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Michael6729
post Jul 30 2008, 02:32 PM
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Dholly did a great write up on this topic in the DYI section:
http://www.hyundai-forums.com/t25760-nf-so...tch-install.htm
I followed his guidance and put a CURT hitch on my 09 Sonata. It really went very well and I am very pleased with the results. I too ride a bike and that is exactly why I put a hitch on my car. Good Luck.
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QUOTE(DragonStang @ Jul 28 2008, 03:14 PM)
I live in Missouri and am going to buy a motorcycle this weekend. Does anyone have a hitch setup on there sonata? I'd like someone to point me in the right direction. Thanks.  :beer:
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post Jul 30 2008, 02:42 PM
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I have a Curt hitch on order with a local dealer.

They recommended it for the same reasons that Dholly suggested, and said that they have had very good reviews from past users.
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eddietel
post Aug 2 2008, 11:01 AM
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I installed a Reese Class 1 Hitch, Drop dead simple, and fits perfectly. I don't know why all the fuss over Curt Hitches as class 1 is class 1 - same tow and load rating as all the others and Reese is usually cheaper and more readily available.

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BTW - My Reese hitch included drawbar and hitch pin in the price.

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post Aug 2 2008, 11:37 AM
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I wanted a DSP hitch, since they're made locally and I know the owners, but they don't make one, so I went with the Curt due to it having two more bolting points.

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I chose to use the most expensive Curt hitch for three reasons:

- Utilizes more secure 5-point attach vs. 3-point to eliminate potential twist and strain on the tow loop
- WeatherTite construction prevents rusting from the inside out by sealing the hitch crosstube
- Ballmount, pin and clip are included ($19.95 value)


The ballmount, pin and clip pretty much made the price equal to buying any of the other easily accessible hitches, so it was a simple choice.
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post Aug 10 2008, 07:30 PM
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QUOTE(dogstar @ Aug 2 2008, 11:37 AM)
I wanted a DSP hitch, since they're made locally and I know the owners, but they don't make one, so I went with the Curt due to it having two more bolting points.

QUOTE(dholly)
I chose to use the most expensive Curt hitch for three reasons:

- Utilizes more secure 5-point attach vs. 3-point to eliminate potential twist and strain on the tow loop
- WeatherTite construction prevents rusting from the inside out by sealing the hitch crosstube
- Ballmount, pin and clip are included ($19.95 value)


The ballmount, pin and clip pretty much made the price equal to buying any of the other easily accessible hitches, so it was a simple choice.
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Yep and I like the idea of 5 attachment points rather than 3.
I am sure they are all good but after seeing the curt. I am glad I went that way. :thumbsup:
Mike
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SteKos
post Aug 21 2008, 04:29 PM
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FWIW,

I just had the dealership install a hitch on my 2009 Sonata. I was already getting a couple of other accessories, so I thought it would be a good idea to just have that done at the same time.

Bad idea.

Not because of the hitch, though. It's a decent Draw-Tite model.
http://site.drawtite.com/dynamic_cart/cart...hp?ProdID=24757

Bad idea because of the price. I paid $350 for the hitch and installation. Could have easily bought one on-line for a about $120, and installed it myself in 30 minutes. The mounts are already there, you just need to notch a piece of plastic to get it to fit 100%. Looks like a very, very easy install.

I use mine for a hitch-mounted bike rack. I've always like the idea of having the bikes and rack not touching any painted surface, so I spring for a hitch on my "towing" car.
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