SCJax2018 Posted November 20, 2018 Share Posted November 20, 2018 Where can I find a trailer hitch kit for my 1996 Pathfinder that is reasonably priced? Also, because I have never bought an actual kit before, what is a fair price for one? Ones I have been finding on line have been averaging $130 on up. This is one I have been eye on, https://www.etrailer.com/Trailer-Hitch/Nissan/Pathfinder/1996/13088.html?vehicleid=1996997203 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedPath88 Posted November 20, 2018 Share Posted November 20, 2018 Check other major outlets including uhaul, along with smaller local shops like RV part & service dealers, custom fab shops, etc. Many, including myself, bought ours from wrecking yards. I think I paid 40 or 50 bucks for mine. Also ask yourself what your expecting to get when you say "kit". You'll need a a ball mount and wiring kit as well for your Pathfinder unless it already has it installed. You'll also need the correct size ball if you intend to tow a trailer with it. Check the trailer to find out the exact size ball you need. If you need to wiring, there is a topic here covering that install. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GILBERJ32 Posted November 20, 2018 Share Posted November 20, 2018 The best place is your local used auto parts yard like Pick-A-Part or U-Pick-It I’ve found plenty parts off Craigslist too. Should be under $50 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCJax2018 Posted November 20, 2018 Author Share Posted November 20, 2018 (edited) 6 hours ago, RedPath88 said: Also ask yourself what your expecting to get when you say "kit". You'll need a a ball mount and wiring kit as well for your Pathfinder unless it already has it installed. You'll also need the correct size ball if you intend to tow a trailer with it. Check the trailer to find out the exact size ball you need. If you need to wiring, there is a topic here covering that install. Glad you mentioned wiring because it totally slipped my mind. Obviously I have to have at least brake lights and turn signals. I have 2 inch Reese hitch stuff running out my ears, but need the receiver on the car. Edited November 20, 2018 by SCJax2018 Narrowing to exact quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mjotrainbrain Posted November 20, 2018 Share Posted November 20, 2018 I got my trailer wiring kit from eTrailer for about 30 bucks and it worked well. Simple 4-pin setup. https://www.etrailer.com/t1-2002_Infiniti_QX4.htm I used a Curt trailer hitch I got off Amazon, but honestly you'd be better off price wise finding one at a local u-pull junkyard. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
onespiritbrain Posted November 20, 2018 Share Posted November 20, 2018 As others have said, you can find them at junkyards for cheap. I don’t remember what I paid but I think it was something like $35. It’s quite beefy and it’s a uhaul brand. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TowndawgR50 Posted November 22, 2018 Share Posted November 22, 2018 Junkyard or used. I found my unit on craigslist. Old, never installed with a wiring kit and ball. Uhaul brand class III. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RainGoat Posted November 23, 2018 Share Posted November 23, 2018 If you are going to be pulling something particularly heavy, consider the OEM hitch as it has longer bars bolting in multiple places on the truck. Probably not important with a light load but nice for recovery purposes. The OEM has a nice step on it as well. Definitely see if f you can score it from a junkyard@gspeed151 only paid ~$50 for one. Mine has ridden 16!years without problem. I had it off for the first time this year & went ahead & did a quick spray paint job on it. Looks as good as new-you should be able to touch up a JY unit the same way. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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