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I just took delivery of a 2023 GX460 with the hitch installed as a dealer accessory. So, the hitches are available in the northwest. I saw considerable variation in what dealers charge for the installation, so if you are price senstive it migh pay to shop around.
So guys, what is the big deal with the factory hitch receiver? Does everyone want to tow 6500 lbs? The Curt hitch is a lot prettier than the factory hitch and the factory hitch decreases clearance of the rear end quite a bit. I prefer Curt hitch even if it is at the same price with the factory, let alone it is a lot cheaper, but I tow with a Tundra so I do not need the extra towing capacity.
So guys, what is the big deal with the factory hitch receiver? Does everyone want to tow 6500 lbs? The Curt hitch is a lot prettier than the factory hitch and the factory hitch decreases clearance of the rear end quite a bit. I prefer Curt hitch even if it is at the same price with the factory, let alone it is a lot cheaper, but I tow with a Tundra so I do not need the extra towing capacity.
The factory hitch is a weight distribution hitch. Instead of only attaching to the rear cross-member like the Curt, the factory hitch also distributes the load directly to the longitudinal frame rails (similar to the Tundra). It's all about the load path.
BTW, the factory hitch hangs down about an inch, so it's not really decreasing the rear clearance, because it's no lower than the muffler. As long as you're carrying your spare tire under the vehicle (in the stock location), clearance is not an issue. As for the Curt hitch being "prettier," beauty is in the eye of the beholder. If you're using the hitch receiver to mount a bike rack, then the cheaper Curt hitch is fine. If you're towing with your Tundra, why did you even put a hitch on your GX? If you're towing a trailer with a GX, you're better off with the factory hitch.
The factory hitch is a weight distribution hitch. Instead of only attaching to the rear cross-member like the Curt, the factory hitch also distributes the load directly to the longitudinal frame rails (similar to the Tundra). It's all about the load path.
BTW, the factory hitch hangs down about an inch, so it's not really decreasing the rear clearance, because it's no lower than the muffler. As long as you're carrying your spare tire under the vehicle (in the stock location), clearance is not an issue. As for the Curt hitch being "prettier," beauty is in the eye of the beholder. If you're using the hitch receiver to mount a bike rack, then the cheaper Curt hitch is fine. If you're towing with your Tundra, why did you even put a hitch on your GX? If you're towing a trailer with a GX, you're better off with the factory hitch.
The biggest thing I put on will be a hitch cargo box. I put on a badass hitch really to fend off aggressive drivers behind😜
I just wanted the OEM hitch so I have the maximum capacity if I ever need it and so lexus does not use the excuse that a 3rd party product adversely impacted my GX. If you like the Curt, I am happy for you. Just sharing information.
Anyone in Canada get one of these yet? My Lexus dealer keeps telling me they can see the new part number but can't order it in Lexus Canada's system yet? But they have screwed up a few orders on me before so I'm suspicious...
Yes just received mine on Friday here in Montreal, was waiting since July 2022.
The factory hitch is a weight distribution hitch. Instead of only attaching to the rear cross-member like the Curt, the factory hitch also distributes the load directly to the longitudinal frame rails (similar to the Tundra). It's all about the load path.
BTW, the factory hitch hangs down about an inch, so it's not really decreasing the rear clearance, because it's no lower than the muffler. As long as you're carrying your spare tire under the vehicle (in the stock location), clearance is not an issue. As for the Curt hitch being "prettier," beauty is in the eye of the beholder. If you're using the hitch receiver to mount a bike rack, then the cheaper Curt hitch is fine. If you're towing with your Tundra, why did you even put a hitch on your GX? If you're towing a trailer with a GX, you're better off with the factory hitch.
Also given the GX curb weight is approximately 5200 lbs, the OEM class IV, 6500 lbs GTW is much safer for using the recovery hooks in emergencies. I would never recover with the CURT class III hitch.
Just ordered mine from Bell Lexus North Scottsdale, Thanks all! Really helpful
interesting, i do some mild offroading, is the spare tire still the lowest point behind the axle?
It might be lower but the hitch hangs out way farther and is what kills departure. I've come down some steps and dragged it. Im sure the back of the spare might catch too if your running a wider tire that hangs a little lower but this picture shows the spare tucked up at least as high as the hitch in the rear:
Originally Posted by Alche
@ train45 i think the front of the spare tire is still lower than anything the hitch does.
The front of the spare is sitting between the rear tires and close to the much lower axle. It does not affect departure angle and if there is a rock traveling down the center of the truck its going to hit the axle(and probably your front skid plates, ask me how I know) before the spare is even a concern. Especially if you have a lift and the axle is sitting lower.
So is there an actual difference in the receiver vs the old PT22860140 or is it literally just that they update the bolts? It appears to still have the spacer plates for the rear crossmember so it doesnt sit any higher I dont think.
After a few weeks of waiting (and instructing my dealer the tow hitch has a new part #) finally picked her up. This was also free as I worked it into my deal with the purchase. Now to install this weekend! Cheers
I may not be up to date with all of the news on this thread, I just wanted to mention that our dealership in the Dallas area finally has the factory hitch in stock. It will cost almost $900 to install on our 22 GX460
I may not be up to date with all of the news on this thread, I just wanted to mention that our dealership in the Dallas area finally has the factory hitch in stock. It will cost almost $900 to install on our 22 GX460
02-23-23, 06:55 PM
Delivering GX460 with hitch installed
