tow package?

where did u g=buy your from the factory or aftermarket if so can i see pics pls i really dnt wanna buy it from the dealer

 

I bought a drawtite, simple to install and only a couple hundred bucks. Check out my build for some pics. DrawTite and Hidden Hitch are the same manufacturer. Uhaul and Valley are also the same. There might be some others, but those are the ones I know.

 

factory tow package also comes with a trans cooler i believe, thats probably what makes the price look alot bigger

 

Higher output alternator as well

 

ahh yes , i thought there was something else , and battery too i think

 

Yep its bigger battery and stronger fan to cool everything down

 

BIG Difference between getting a factory Tow package and getting Uhaul to instal a dratite.

Factory Tow Package Includes:
1. Transmission Oil Cooler
2. Engine Oil Cooler
3. Larger Alternator
4. Larger Battery
5. 5 Pin Harness
6. Class IV Hitch (goodluck finding that aftermarket)
7. Increases (legally) your Tacoma's towing rating from 3000lbs to 6000lbs.

Because I tow a boat with mine, I would never buy a tacoma without the FACTORY TOW PACKAGE. There are some people on here that have tried to install all the above equipment on their truck. It cost them more plus it is NOT covered under warranty. It is also not as reliable as toyota equipment and is bootleg.

 

I have a Hidden Hitch. So far it's worked very well. I don't tow very frequently but it's nice to have when you need it.

 

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I am having an issue with my truck with the towing package, i have no power at the 7 pin plug under my bumper. Replaced the harness and still no luck. Any thoughts?
Jet

 

My DrawTite is a Class III/IV, so that's not entirely accurate. I have a manual so I didn't have to worry about the trans cooler. Also, larger alternator might not be necessary if you typically tow a trailer with LED lights (e.g. no significant extra load on the battery). However, this stuff is certainly worth it if you tow a lot and/or a trailer with more electrical demands and weight requiring more engine/trans cooling. It all depends on your needs.

 

Ha! Thanks!

 

Makes it less of a drag on your electrical system if you put a nice stereo in your truck.

I hate my factory stereo, cant wait to put a new one in.

 

Fuse? I think it may be a "under-the-hood" fuse.

 

For the record, the bigger 27F battery is standard on all V6 Tacoma's sold in Canada, and maybe the Northern States?

Also my non tow package fan is the same as the tow package (pink clutch).