CURT Towing Starter Kit with 2" Ball (1-1/4" Shank, 3,500 lbss, 3/4" Rise) Trailer Hitch Ball MountCURT$59.15In Stock
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Installation requires hole enlargement, trimming and temporary lowering of exhaust
Trailer hitch weight ratings are limited to vehicle manufacturer's stated capacities
Includes installation hardware
Includes installation hardware
Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty (One-Year Finish, One-Year Parts)
Main Body Shape: Round
Receiver Tube Size (Inches): 1-1/4 IN
Finish: GLOSS BLACK POWDER COAT
WC / TW (Pounds): 200 LB / 2,000 LB
Weight Carrying Capacity (Pounds): 2,000 LB
WC Tongue Weight (Pounds): 200 LB
Installation Difficulty: Novice
Installation Time Exact (Minutes): 30
However you define adventure -- whether it's climbing onto the back of a mountain bike, hunting from the top of a tree stand or camping with the family a long way from nowhere -- CURT class 1 hitches provide a light-duty towing receiver to help you Bring It. Each is made to fit a specific vehicle, providing easier installation, a better fit and optimal towing capacity. Custom class 1 trailer hitches are available for a variety of smaller vehicle types, including the compact car, crossover, minivan and small SUV. This particular class 1 hitch is designed to be a custom hitch for certain years of the Buick Encore and Chevy Trax (excluding GX; to verify vehicle compatibility, see the CURT application guide at curtmfg.com). Tested in accordance with SAE J684, it offers a weight carrying capacity of 2,000 lbs. GTW and 200 lbs. TW. It is equipped with 1-1/4" receiver tube opening to accept a ball mount shank or other hitch mount. This class 1 hitch also comes with all necessary mounting hardware. With its lightweight design and smaller receiver tube size, a class 1 hitch is especially useful for adding cargo space with a hitch-mounted bike rack or cargo carrier. They can also typically be used to tow small trailers such as a utility trailer, kayak trailer or teardrop camper (never exceed the lowest weight capacity of any towing component; i.e. the vehicle, hitch, trailer, etc). Though CURT class 1 trailer hitches are only intended for light-duty towing, we apply the same principles of quality as we do to the rest of our rear mount hitches. Each class 1 hitch is made with hands-on engineering, high-strength steel and precise welding. We use a co-cured finish of liquid A-coat, inside and out, and durable black powder coat to provide a lasting defense against rust, chips and UV rays.
CURT offers a variety of high-quality trailer hitches and accessories for select vehicle models. Find the perfect fit for your towing needs at TowUniverse.
CURT, a Lippert brand, offers a complete line of towing products and is the leading manufacturer of custom-fit trailer hitches. We offer the broadest selection of custom-fit hitches, and each one is designed, welded, and coated in Wisconsin.
CURT is also a leader in flat towing products, as well as 5th wheel, gooseneck, and weight distribution hitches, ball mounts, electrical components, cargo solutions, and other towing accessories.
For everything from passenger cars and vans to full-size pickups and SUVs, CURT is 'The First Name in Towing Products®.'
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| Year | Make & Model | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 - 2022 | Buick Encore | No Drilling Required Exhaust: Temporarily Lower Exhaust Hole Enlargement: Required Installation Time: 30-60 minutes Trimming Required: Wheel Well Plastic Trimming May Be Required Visibility: Exposed |
| 2015 - 2022 | Chevrolet Trax | No Drilling Required Exhaust: Temporarily Lower Exhaust Hole Enlargement: Required Installation Time: 30-60 minutes Trimming Required: Wheel Well Plastic Trimming May Be Required Visibility: Exposed |
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The CURT 11527 Class 1 Trailer Hitch, 1-1/4-Inch Receiver, Fits Select Buick Encore, Chevrolet Trax (Part #BKDK11527) fits 2013-2022 Buick Encore models. The 2022 model year is the last year covered by this part number. For newer models, check for an updated version.
The CURT 11527 Class 1 Trailer Hitch, 1-1/4-Inch Receiver, Fits Select Buick Encore, Chevrolet Trax (Part #BKDK11527) fits the following vehicles: 2013-2022 Buick Encore; 2015-2022 Chevrolet Trax. Always verify your specific year, make, and model before ordering.
Yes, the CURT 11527 Class 1 Trailer Hitch, 1-1/4-Inch Receiver, Fits Select Buick Encore, Chevrolet Trax (Part #BKDK11527) is designed to fit the 2013-2022 Buick Encore.
The CURT 11527 Class 1 Trailer Hitch, 1-1/4-Inch Receiver, Fits Select Buick Encore, Chevrolet Trax (Part #BKDK11527) Drilling is not required for installation. Typical installation time is 30-60 minutes. Basic hand tools are typically all you need.
Yes, part number 11527 is designed for 2013-Present Buick Encore and Chevrolet Trax Crossover models. Verify your vehicle year and model before purchasing.
The hitch has a gross load capacity of 2,000 lbs trailer weight and 200 lbs tongue weight when used as a weight carrying hitch.
Required tools include: safety glasses, die grinder, spray lubricant, ratchet, socket extension, 11/16" and 3/4" sockets, and torque wrench. A cut-off wheel is also needed for hole enlargement.
Yes, you must lower rear exhaust hangers from one location on each side of the vehicle. Alternatively, the exhaust can be lowered at one location at the front center, but this must be done slowly and supported from underneath during installation.
Yes. You must enlarge the frame access holes to fit the SP2 spacers, trim wheel well plastic on some model years for a flush fit, and trim caulking around side mounting holes if present. Avoid brake lines when cutting.
Torque all 7/16" hardware to 59 lb-ft, all M12-1.25 hardware to 86 lb-ft, and all M12-1.75 hardware to 79 lb-ft.
Never exceed your vehicle manufacturer's recommended towing capacity. The hitch is rated for 2,000 lbs trailer weight and 200 lbs tongue weight, but your vehicle's limits may be lower.
Non-trailer (wheel-less) loads can only be applied to this hitch if they are supported by CURT 18050 stabilizing straps. Failure to properly support non-trailer loads voids the product warranty.
The hitch is designed for use with CURT ballmount #45520/D-20, CURT Euro ballmount #45561 (1 7/8" ball), or CURT Euro ballmount #45562 (2" ball).
The kit includes: 6 bolts (7/16-14 UNC, 1-1/4", Grade 8), 4 HHCS M12x1.25 bolts, 4 HHCS M12x1.75 bolts, 6 serrated flange nuts (7/16-14 UNC), 4 conical washers (1/2"), 6 square hole spacers (0.250 x 0.88 x 2.25"), and 6 pieces of 7/16" fishwire.
Two people may be required to ease installation. The manual rates this as a moderate to challenging difficulty level.
Professional installation takes approximately 25 minutes. Novice (DIY) installation takes approximately 60 minutes.
1. Lower rear exhaust hangers from one location on each side (or front center if needed). 2. Trim wheel well plastic on some model years if needed for flush fit. 3. Enlarge frame access holes to fit SP2 spacers. 4. Fishwire spacers and 7/16" bolts through access holes, raise hitch into position, and loosely secure with 7/16" nuts. 5. If no weldnuts exist, fishwire hardware for side mounting points and secure all 7/16" hardware; if weldnuts exist, secure with M12 bolts and 1/2" conical washers. 6. Torque all fasteners to specification and raise exhaust hangers back into position.
Fishwiring is a technique using 7/16" fishwire (included in the kit) to thread fasteners through access holes in the vehicle frame and into mounting points. It is required because the hitch mounts through the frame rails at locations where direct bolt access is not available. The fishwire guides the bolts into position so they can be secured with nuts.
The fastening method depends on your vehicle's frame: if weldnuts already exist in the frame, use M12 bolts and 1/2" conical washers in the side mounting plates. If no weldnuts exist, fishwire the 7/16" hardware through the frame rail and hitch side plates and secure with 7/16" serrated flange nuts.
The frame access holes must be enlarged to accommodate the 0.250 x 0.88 x 2.25" square hole spacers (CM-SP2) included in the kit. The manual specifies an 0.88" diameter enlargement on the diagram but does not provide exact hole size specifications. Contact CURT Technical Support at 877-287-8634 for precise dimensions.
Yes, caulking may need to be trimmed around side mounting holes if present. This is mentioned as a possible requirement during the exhaust lowering step.
On some model years, the wheel well plastic on each side of the vehicle near the frame rails will need to be trimmed to provide a flush fit for the hitch side plates. The manual does not specify which model years require this. Consult with your installer or contact CURT Technical Support at 877-287-8634 to confirm if your vehicle requires this modification.
Safety glasses must be worn at all times during installation. When cutting frame material or plastic, be sure to avoid the vehicle brake lines. If lowering the exhaust at the front center, lower it slowly and support it from underneath during installation.
After installation, periodically check the receiver hitch to ensure all fasteners are tight and all structural components are sound. This ongoing maintenance is critical to safe operation.
The manual states to periodically check the receiver hitch to ensure all fasteners are tight and all structural components are sound, but does not specify an exact inspection interval. For safety, inspect before each towing use and at regular intervals during the towing season.
CURT Manufacturing warrants this product to be free of defects in material and/or workmanship at the time of retail purchase by the original purchaser. If defective, CURT may repair or replace the product at their option when returned prepaid with proof of purchase. Alteration, misuse, or improper installation voids the warranty.
The CURT 11527 complies with safety specifications and requirements for connecting devices and towing systems of the state of New York, V.E.S.C. Regulation V-5 and SAE J684.
On some model years, the wheel well plastic on each side of the vehicle near the frame rails will need to be trimmed to provide a flush fit for the hitch side plates. Carefully trim away the plastic while avoiding the vehicle brake lines. If the fit is still not flush after plastic trimming, verify that the frame access holes have been enlarged sufficiently to accommodate the SP2 spacers.
The frame access holes must be enlarged to fit the 0.250 x 0.88 x 2.25" square hole spacers. Use a die grinder with a cut-off wheel to enlarge the holes. Be sure to avoid the vehicle brake lines when cutting the frame material away. If you are uncertain about the correct hole size, contact CURT Technical Support at 877-287-8634.
Lower the rear exhaust hangers from one location on each side of the vehicle. If this does not provide sufficient clearance, the exhaust can also be lowered at one location at the front center of the vehicle. This location must be lowered slowly and supported from underneath during installation. Raise the exhaust hangers back into position after the hitch is secured.
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