CURT Towing Starter Kit with 2" Ball (1-1/4" Shank, 3,500 lbss, 3/4" Rise) Trailer Hitch Ball MountCURT$60.56In Stock
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Trailer hitch weight ratings are limited to vehicle manufacturer's stated capacities
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Includes installation hardware
Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty (One-Year Finish, One-Year Parts)
Main Body Shape: Square
Receiver Tube Size (Inches): 1-1/4 IN
Finish: GLOSS BLACK POWDER COAT
WC / TW (Pounds): 350 LB / 3,500 LB
Weight Carrying Capacity (Pounds): 3,500 LB
WC Tongue Weight (Pounds): 350 LB
Installation Difficulty: Novice
Installation Time Exact (Minutes): 30
Whatever the next checkpoint is on your adventure -- whether it's getting your bike on the trail before sunrise or making it to the campground before dark -- CURT class 2 hitches let you Bring It with confidence. These receiver hitches are made to handle most light-duty towing applications and offer a custom fit for your vehicle. Typically used on full-size cars, crossovers, compact SUVs, minivans or even compact pickup trucks, a CURT class 2 trailer hitch complements the design of smaller vehicles. This particular class 2 hitch is made to be a custom hitch for certain years of the Chevy Malibu (to verify vehicle compatibility, see application info). It offers a weight carrying capacity of 3,500 lbs. GTW and 350 lbs. TW. Class 2 trailer hitches can typically be used to tow a variety of lightweight trailers, such as a small utility trailer, small fishing boat trailer or popup camper (NOTE: Never exceed the lowest weight capacity of any towing component). They are also perfect for adding cargo space to your vehicle with a bike rack or cargo carrier. This class 2 hitch features a 1-1/4" receiver tube to accept a ball mount shank or other hitch-mounted accessory. For safety, it is tested in accordance with SAE J684. A custom trailer hitch design requires extra care, and as such, CURT class 2 hitches are engineered using real vehicles and hands-on research. We use high-strength steel, robotic welding and rigorous testing to produce hitches that are built to fit your lifestyle. To ensure that each hitch will be a reliable extension of your vehicle, we also finish our hitches in a co-curing of liquid A-coat and black powder coat, giving them long-lasting rust and wear resistance.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 - 2007 | Chevrolet Malibu | Drilling Required Installation Time: 30-60 minutes Visibility: Exposed |
The CURT 12272 Class 2 Trailer Hitch, 1-1/4-Inch Receiver, Fits Select Chevrolet Malibu (Part #BKDK12272) fits the following vehicles: 2004-2007 Chevrolet Malibu. Always verify your specific year, make, and model before ordering.
The CURT 12272 Class 2 Trailer Hitch, 1-1/4-Inch Receiver, Fits Select Chevrolet Malibu (Part #BKDK12272) fits 2004-2007 Chevrolet Malibu models. The 2007 model year is the last year covered by this part number. For newer models, check for an updated version.
Yes, the CURT 12272 Class 2 Trailer Hitch, 1-1/4-Inch Receiver, Fits Select Chevrolet Malibu (Part #BKDK12272) is designed to fit the 2004-2007 Chevrolet Malibu.
The CURT 12272 Class 2 Trailer Hitch, 1-1/4-Inch Receiver, Fits Select Chevrolet Malibu (Part #BKDK12272) Drilling is required for installation. Typical installation time is 30-60 minutes. Basic hand tools are typically all you need.
Curt part number 12272 is designed exclusively for 2004-2007 Chevrolet Malibu sedans only. It will not fit other Malibu body styles, model years, or other vehicles. Verify your vehicle year and body style before purchasing.
Curt hitch 12272 is designed for use with ballmount #D-21 or #45521. Verify the ballmount part number before installation.
The manual lists a gross load capacity for weight-carrying use but the specific weight values are not printed in this copy of the manual. Contact Curt Manufacturing technical support at 877-287-8634 for the exact towing and tongue weight capacities. Do not exceed your vehicle manufacturer's recommended towing capacity.
The kit includes: two 1/2-13 UNC carriage bolts (10-10288), two 1/2-13 UNC serrated flange nuts (20-00062), four 3/8-16 UNC carriage bolts (10-10321), four 3/8-16 UNC hex nuts (20-00166), two large square hole spacers 0.250 x 1.50 x 3.00" (CM-SP4), four small square hole spacers 0.250 x 1.00 x 2.00" (CM-SP18), four 3/8" conical toothed washers (30-00148), and one 1/2" fishwire.
You will need a 3/8" drill bit, a torque wrench capable of 45 and 110 lb-ft, and standard hand tools (wrenches or sockets for 1/2" and 3/8" fasteners). A lift or jack may be helpful to raise the hitch into position.
No, you do not need to remove the exhaust system. However, you must lower the muffler by removing the two exhaust hangers in step 1 to provide clearance for hitch installation. The hangers are reinstalled in step 10 after the hitch is secured.
You do not need to remove the entire bumper. You must remove the bottom four 8mm bumper bolts from the end panel. Do not loosen or remove the top bumper bolts. The bumper remains attached at the top.
Yes, drilling is required. You must enlarge existing holes in the end panel using a 3/8" drill bit if necessary. The manual notes that hole enlargement is required for this installation.
Fishwiring is the process of threading the 1/2" carriage bolts and large spacer blocks through the large slot in the bottom of the frame rail before raising the hitch into position. This is necessary because the bolts cannot be inserted from the side once the hitch is in place. Keep the bolt and block separate while inserting fasteners through the slot.
1. Lower the muffler by removing two exhaust hangers. 2. Remove the bottom four 8mm bumper bolts from the end panel. 3. Remove the existing weldnut from the end panel on the inboard side of the frame rail. 4. Enlarge existing holes in the end panel with a 3/8" drill if necessary. 5. Fishwire the 1/2" carriage bolts and large spacer blocks through the frame rail slot. 6. Raise the hitch into position, aligning slots with holes. 7. Loosely install the 3/8" carriage bolts, small spacer blocks, washers, and hex nuts. 8. Pull fasteners through and orient spacer blocks as shown. 9. Torque all 3/8" hardware to 45 lb-ft and all 1/2" hardware to 110 lb-ft. 10. Reinstall exhaust hangers.
Torque all 3/8" hardware to 45 lb-ft and all 1/2" hardware to 110 lb-ft. This includes the 3/8-16 UNC carriage bolts and the 1/2-13 UNC carriage bolts. Use a torque wrench to ensure proper fastener tension.
Do not exceed your vehicle manufacturer's recommended towing capacity. All non-trailer loads applied to this hitch must be supported by auxiliary stabilizing straps. Failure to properly support non-trailer loads will void the product warranty.
Periodically check the receiver hitch to ensure that all fasteners are tight and that all structural components are sound. This routine inspection helps maintain safe operation and prevent loosening of fasteners due to vibration during use.
Yes, but only if your Malibu is a sedan. The Curt 12272 is designed exclusively for 2004-2007 Chevrolet Malibu sedans and will not fit other body styles or model years.
You need a 3/8" drill bit, a torque wrench (for 45 and 110 lb-ft), and standard hand tools for 1/2" and 3/8" fasteners. A lift or jack is helpful for raising the hitch into position.
Yes. You must enlarge existing holes in the end panel using a 3/8" drill bit if necessary. This is a required modification for proper fitment.
Torque all 3/8" hardware to 45 lb-ft and all 1/2" hardware to 110 lb-ft. Use a torque wrench for accuracy.
Do not exceed your vehicle manufacturer's recommended towing capacity. All non-trailer loads must be supported by auxiliary stabilizing straps, or the warranty is voided.
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