Towing Package for tacoma

Hey guys I have a ball in the bumper of my truck but it doesn't allow me to make sharp turns when pulling my boat. I think I need to install a package but I'm not sure how to go about doing it. Its a 2.4 liter 4 cylinder. Any advice?

 

UHAUL does installations, if you are not inclined to do it yourself. I have a 98 4 cylinder and I think we are both rated at 3500 lbs capacity from the bumper. How much does your boat weigh and how long? I have a small 14' that surely way under the rating... just wondering if I should try and tow long haul (600 miles) off the bumper, or get the tow package as you are thinking of doing.

 

What you want is a receiver hitch. Uhaul or some other business can install it for you, or you can order one one online and do it yourself for a bit less. I have installed several on my vehicles--it is a simple task.

 

I bought a class 3 hitch from the hitch store. My boat is 15 ft aluminum. With my motor and trailer it doesn't weight more than 1300 lbs

 

Which is better for towing, manual or automatic transmission with a 4cyl engine?

 

I got a Hidden Hitch from 4WheelParts for like $150 I think (it was 6+ years ago). Super easy to install yourself. 4 bolts. Seriously. 4 bolts.