U-Haul Hitch and Wiring Install

Chris_Kewl · 11-13-2007, 02:12 PM

After reading the guides and information on wiring the Prius I was pretty set on purchasing my hitch and wiring harness. However, after researching and seeing that it would be $180 for the hitch and $25 for the wiring harness, it was going to be very expensive on top of me doing it myself.

I called U-Haul and they could install it for $220.53. Though you will want to call your local store because the national 1-800 line will fudge the numbers I think. Originally the national line quoted me like $253, which was way too expensive.

The way it works out is like this:

- Prius Hitch, which they use Curt hitches for - $119.95
- Hitch Labor for 1/2 hour - $25.00
- Wiring Harness (Converter 3 to 2 Wire) - $16.95
- Wiring Labor for 3/4 hour - $40.00
- Lifetime Warranty $5.00

$206.90 + $13.63 Tax = $220.53.

To be completely honest, this isn't a bad price at all. The money is really in the wiring, but if they can get it cheaper than I can and install it for only a few bucks more professionally, then I am all for it. The lifetime warranty is also quite nice because they will deal with any problems with the install later. So that's definetly well worth the extra few dollars.

I will update more once I have it done on Saturday. I hope it is as good as they say (and I hope it has no stickers on it either, or I will be peeling stickers off on Saturday afternoon).

Chris

n8kwx · 11-13-2007, 07:35 PM

I'd suggest that you have U-Haul install an "isolated" taillight converter. An isolated converter powers the trailer lights directly off the battery. This protects the Prius wiring from any shorts or overloads.

http://priuschat.com/index.php?showtopic=40194&hl=

dongwoo · 11-13-2007, 08:11 PM

Do all the U-Hauls carry the new modified Curt hitch that do not block the exhaust pipe? Or do you have to request it special ordered?

Thanks!

Chris_Kewl · 05-27-2008, 06:21 PM

I know this is way old, but the link didn't work. And actually I have never had a problem when towing things.

As far as to answer you, yes, they have the new Curt hitch. It's great and she works quite well. Very sturdy. Though when I get a house, I am getting my own trailer for the DJ equipment.

Chris

05-27-2008, 06:21 PM	#4
Chris_Kewl Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Kent, OH Posts: 6 My Car: 2007 Prius Model: Package: #2 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Friends: 0	Re: U-Haul Hitch and Wiring Install I know this is way old, but the link didn't work. And actually I have never had a problem when towing things. As far as to answer you, yes, they have the new Curt hitch. It's great and she works quite well. Very sturdy. Though when I get a house, I am getting my own trailer for the DJ equipment. Chris

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11-13-2007, 02:12 PM	#1
Chris_Kewl Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Kent, OH Posts: 6 My Car: 2007 Prius Model: Package: #2 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Friends: 0	After reading the guides and information on wiring the Prius I was pretty set on purchasing my hitch and wiring harness. However, after researching and seeing that it would be $180 for the hitch and $25 for the wiring harness, it was going to be very expensive on top of me doing it myself. I called U-Haul and they could install it for $220.53. Though you will want to call your local store because the national 1-800 line will fudge the numbers I think. Originally the national line quoted me like $253, which was way too expensive. The way it works out is like this: - Prius Hitch, which they use Curt hitches for - $119.95 - Hitch Labor for 1/2 hour - $25.00 - Wiring Harness (Converter 3 to 2 Wire) - $16.95 - Wiring Labor for 3/4 hour - $40.00 - Lifetime Warranty $5.00 $206.90 + $13.63 Tax = $220.53. To be completely honest, this isn't a bad price at all. The money is really in the wiring, but if they can get it cheaper than I can and install it for only a few bucks more professionally, then I am all for it. The lifetime warranty is also quite nice because they will deal with any problems with the install later. So that's definetly well worth the extra few dollars. I will update more once I have it done on Saturday. I hope it is as good as they say (and I hope it has no stickers on it either, or I will be peeling stickers off on Saturday afternoon). Chris

11-13-2007, 07:35 PM	#2
n8kwx Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Arlington Heights, IL - NW Chicago Suburb Posts: 236 My Car: Other Hybrid Model: Package: N/A Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Friends: 0	I'd suggest that you have U-Haul install an "isolated" taillight converter. An isolated converter powers the trailer lights directly off the battery. This protects the Prius wiring from any shorts or overloads. http://priuschat.com/index.php?showtopic=40194&hl=

11-13-2007, 08:11 PM	#3
dongwoo Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Silicon Valley, CA Posts: 30 My Car: 2008 Prius Model: Package: #5 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Friends: 0	Do all the U-Hauls carry the new modified Curt hitch that do not block the exhaust pipe? Or do you have to request it special ordered? Thanks!