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Old 12-29-09, 01:15 PM
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Hello and sorry for making a new thread on this. I have researched existing tow hitch threads and was ready to buy, but need some advice. In a previous thread part# PT228-48045 including factory 3500lbs tow hitch, hardware and factory wiring is showing purchase prices of $212.00 + S/H from lexuspartsonline.com, however when I go to that site they are showing a price of $404.00 + s/h. Can anyone shed some light on where the I should purchase from? My vehicle does have the factory tow package so I will not need anything additional for the lights to function. Thanks
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Can anyone please tell me the best place to purchase an OEM Lexus hitch part# PT228-48045? Sorry to be a pain, just confused as to the drastic price difference from different posters.
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Try using PM (private mail) facility to ask the poster directly.

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Check out this web page.

http://www.lxparts.com/scripts/prodL...&idCategory=33
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Originally Posted by Claude7629
Wow,
thank you so much for the site info. The price is better then anywhere I have called or visited? Are these all oem genuine Lexus parts?
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Just ordered the oem hitch kit and ball mount for a total of $287.00 with free shipping. That is simply the nest current price I have found. I can't wait to receive and I will definitely post my thoughts. Thans so much Claude for the help!!!
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Glad I could help. The install is not difficult either. Plugging in the wiring harness is only part they may present a challenge. I'll check back on your progress.
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I actually studied and printed a DYI on the hitch/wiring, so hopefully with the heat on in the garage I should be able to handle it. Thanks again so much for the site info. I was just about ready to purchase from the dealer my god father works at with is employee discount and the best price would have been $335.00 + tax! from lxparts.com less then $300 total. with mount...
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