KZJ78 Hitch Mount

[Brucetheprado]

Hello Fellow KZJ78’s
Is there any who’s found a good hitch mount for the KZJ78? I am trying to attach Kuat hitch mount bike rack and looking for options.

Thanks!

 

[coldtaco]

Something like this but you have to find the right bolt pattern that matches your trucks. I personally wouldn’t tow with this but should work fine for a bike rack

 

[chap79]

Hello Fellow KZJ78’s
Is there any who’s found a good hitch mount for the KZJ78? I am trying to attach Kuat hitch mount bike rack and looking for options.

Thanks!

I used this. Had to make a cut in the aluminum to make it fit but it turned out well.
CURT 13091 Class 3 Trailer Hitch, 2-Inch Receiver, Fits Select Mitsubishi Montero

 

[JDM Journeys]

I used this. Had to make a cut in the aluminum to make it fit but it turned out well.
CURT 13091 Class 3 Trailer Hitch, 2-Inch Receiver, Fits Select Mitsubishi Montero
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I second this hitch. There is also a factory option for split rear bumper trays too which is what I did. Although I think I might like @chap79 's notched version better?

 

[Brucetheprado]

Thanks for the responses and info. Looks like some good options that match the bolt pattern.

 

[Jern]

Hi Bruce,

I got this one, I could only find it on amazon though. Best part is it doesn't require any cutting or drops lower. I use it for my single bike carrier, I can still open the left side door when it's on - The 30 year old bolts were a nightmare to get off!

hitch

 

[WarDamnEagle]

Something like this but you have to find the right bolt pattern that matches your trucks. I personally wouldn’t tow with this but should work fine for a bike rack

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lol. Does it really come with 4 lag bolts and 4 expansion anchors?

 

[mattressking]

Hi Bruce,

I got this one, I could only find it on amazon though. Best part is it doesn't require any cutting or drops lower. I use it for my single bike carrier, I can still open the left side door when it's on - The 30 year old bolts were a nightmare to get off!

hitch

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I'm using the exact same one as well, works great. Note you will want 4x bolts from Toyota to mount it easily (which was used here as well) see part number below:

91612-61045

 

[Tanner H]

Recently purchased this hitch as well and works perfect. I was able to reuse my factory bolts too. Got the backside with some pb blaster a couple days before and they came out with ease.
40 bucks.

Amazon.com: Trailer Receiver Tube, 2in Bolt On Receiver Tube Trailer Hitch Receiver Adapter Universal for Pickup Trucks : Automotive - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B8P2W4XD?ref_=ppx_hzsearch_conn_dt_b_fed_asin_title_1

 

[WTK KZJ78]

Hi @Tanner H , @Jern , @mattressking

I'm interested in the same tow hitch option (without cutting into the step). Anyone here able to offer some real/long term feedback? I'm intending to mount a Yakima Full swing bike carrier although not sure if the depth of the tow hitch is long enough to support it?

 

[Tanner H]

Man yeah I wouldnt be able to comment on that since I'm only carrying around one hardtail that is maybe 20-22 pounds. I was also wondering about the weight capacity these little things can take.

 

[mattressking]

Two bikes for multiple hours on fire roads, no issues. Bike rack stays on the truck 24/7, works as expected.

 

[Triplefat]

I used this. Had to make a cut in the aluminum to make it fit but it turned out well.
CURT 13091 Class 3 Trailer Hitch, 2-Inch Receiver, Fits Select Mitsubishi Montero
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How strong do you think these are? I wouldnt be towing often but curious how much that cross member can handle

 

[DrRock]

Hi @Tanner H , @Jern , @mattressking

I'm interested in the same tow hitch option (without cutting into the step). Anyone here able to offer some real/long term feedback? I'm intending to mount a Yakima Full swing bike carrier although not sure if the depth of the tow hitch is long enough to support it?

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Personally I’m not a fan of racks that use the top tube as a mount surface. I prefer a wheel tray style rack as they are more stable, offer better bike mounting and offer some protection below in case you off road a bit with a bike.

 

[WTK KZJ78]

I ended up with one from Mister Hitches:

Build Post in thread '94 KZJ78 Prado Build'

Oct 30, 2025

Installed a 2" tow hitch so I'm now able to use a bike carrier. A bit of pain to get these on as a socket wouldn't fit, but we got there:

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