Part Numbers: K2AVAL8422,31313
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Hitch-mounted residential plow has shock-absorbing springs and a steel-edge blade to easily clear driveways and parking lots. 3-Position blade pushes snow straight ahead, right, or left. Wireless remote lets you raise or lower plow from your cab.
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The Detail K2 snowplow conveniently slides into your vehicle's front-mounted trailer hitch for fast, simple mounting. Easily raise and lower the plow from the comfort of your cab with the remote-controlled electric winch. The pivoting blade makes this plow ideal for rocky or uneven surfaces because it can adjust to the terrain.
This hitch-mounted snowplow simply slides into your vehicle's front trailer hitch receiver, making it a breeze to install. A plow that attaches to custom-fit brackets ties you down to just 1 vehicle. But this hitch-mounted plow can be used on most trucks or SUVs with a 2" x 2" front-mounted hitch. As a result, this plow can be easily switched between multiple vehicles. And because it offers a nearly universal fit, you won't have to buy a new plow when you replace your old vehicle.
To install the snowplow, just slide the shank of the plow assembly into your 2" trailer hitch receiver (sold separately). Then use a pin and clip or a hitch lock (sold separately) to secure the plow in the receiver.
The snowplow comes with flip-down caster wheels that make the installation process even easier on you. Simply flip the wheels into position and you will be able to roll the plow into position for mounting or storage. The height of the wheels can also be adjusted to match the height of your vehicle.
Once the plow is mounted on your vehicle, lower the blade and set it to the desired angle. To set the angle, exit the vehicle and manually position the plow straight ahead, to the left, or to the right. Angling the blade allows you to push snow off to the side where you want it without having to change the angle of your entire vehicle. This is especially useful on a driveway or a private roadway where piling the snow straight ahead would create a barrier.
The plow comes with a wireless remote that allows you to stay warm and out of the elements while still effectively controlling the plow. The remote operates on a 2.4 GHz frequency, allowing it to quickly send signals to the winch without experiencing delays. And because it's wireless, you won't have to run wires through your dash. Nor will you have to leave your window cracked open in the middle of a snow storm just so that you can run a wired remote into your cab. You will be glad to have it on those cold winter days.
To begin plowing, just drive forward. When backing up to take another pass, be sure to lift the plow with the remote, then lower it again before moving forward. When approaching a large pile of snow, be sure to decrease your speed. Slamming into a pile of snow can void the warranty on the snowplow.
When you are finished, put your vehicle in park and lower the plow. Remove the plow from your vehicle after every use.
The electric winch on this plow allows you to easily lift and lower the blade using the wireless remote control. If you prefer, you can also install the included in-cab toggle switch to control the plow. The winch uses a durable strap, which is much quieter than a chain, to raise and lower the plow.
The snowplow features skid shoes that allow you to adjust the height of your plow. This allows you to efficiently plow over surfaces that are uneven, such as gravel roads.
Blade stiffeners, or blade support brackets, reinforce the connection between the plow and your vehicle. They add 2 additional points of contact with your hitch on either side of the plow's T-frame. This prevents stress on the frame and on your vehicle, while also strengthening the performance of the plow.
Shock-absorbing springs allow the plow to dip forward in the event that you hit an obstruction. This flexibility protects you and your vehicle from impacts.
Easily attach a variety of accessories to the front of your vehicle with this corrosion-resistant trailer hitch receiver. Perfect for winches, spare tire carriers and more.
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At etrailer.com we're committed to the products we sell, and to our customers. Our experienced and knowledgeable staff are available via both phone and email to address your questions and concerns for the lifetime of your hitch. The technicians at etrailer perform hitch installations on a daily basis, making them a valuable resource for do-it-yourselfers. The one-on-one, personal service you'll receive comes straight from an expert in the towing and automotive field. We've installed it, we've wired it and we've towed with it, so whatever your question, we can answer it.
Average Customer Rating: 4.7 out of 5 stars (75 Customer Reviews)
Hitch-mounted residential plow has shock-absorbing springs and a steel-edge blade to easily clear driveways and parking lots. 3-Position blade pushes snow straight ahead, right, or left. Wireless remote lets you raise or lower plow from your cab. Easily attach a variety of accessories to the front of your vehicle with this corrosion-resistant trailer hitch receiver. Perfect for winches, spare tire carriers and more.Decent plow for the price.
I installed this DK2 Avalanche on a 2003 GMC Yukon 1500 with a Curt front receiver hitch 31302. If you have a side mount battery, you may need battery bolt extenders (Battery Doctor #30400) to make life easier. That said, the ring terminal connectors on the winch control box will be too small. Get ones that will fit the 3/8 inch stud and 12-10 AWG wire to replace the stock ones.
Manufacturer instructions are not very helpful, but Graz's Garage has a great install video on YouTube. He installed his on a 2020 Chevy Colorado Z71. You can always count on a gearhead from Detroit. eTrailer is awesome at responding to concerns, too, and I'm glad I bought this product from them.
Work great, was easy to install, instruction that it came with weren't great, but video online helped. Going to use it for a bike rack and Winch. There was some scratches on the hitch when I received it, I think you need to rethink you packaging, putting metal on metal and wrapping it Saran wrap just doesn't keep it from rubbing, I will have to touch it up. Thanks for the fast shipping.
My front hitch for my 2008 Tacoma got to me within 3 days very fast service. I installed it in 30 minutes and was able to put the front skid plate back on without doing any other changes to it. Very good product. I will be using it to put my rod rack on front of truck to use it at the outer banks of North Carolina for surf fishing this coming fall. Thanks for a very good hitch.
Mike H.
7/21/2016
The hitch has worked really well for me. My rod rack that I use hitch for was esay to install and remove. Very good product.
I need to thank the team @ eTrailer. The original front hitch for my Tacoma that I ordered was out of stock for a few months (Covid), and I needed the hitch for a trip in a week and a half. The eTrailer team had a different manufacturers brand at my door step in 2 days. I assembled the parts in my living room to make sure I had all the hardware, and exactly where all the bolts/washers will go. I cant wait to install it tomorrow. eTrailer had the best price I could find and delivered me the part in a very tight timeframe. eTrailer for the win!!!
Gregory
11/1/2021
Perfect. I attach a cooler and rod rack to the front of my vehicle for fishing. The rack is constantly loaded to and from the trailer hitch. After a year of abuse, its still not rusting I was pleasantly surprised. The trailer hitch on the back of the vehicle that came on the vehicle from the factory had rust by now on it. I would recommend.
Installed the Curt front hitch on a 2006 Tacoma. Install time was approximately 45 minutes by myself - very straight forward installation; instructions were very clear. I did not have to remove the skid plate. I was concerned that the hitch would be low, but it sits higher than the lowest point of the skid plate.
Primary use will be to mount a bike rack when pulling a travel trailer. Does the job perfectly!
Customer service was above and beyond. I ordered this on Wednesday afternoon and it arrived Friday afternoon! Box arrived in good shape, hitch and all hardware were in perfect condition.
My plow was delivered quickly. It took a bit longer to assemble than I thought it would, but it seems pretty heavy duty and looks and works great for my 600' long driveway. It's much better and quicker than plowing with my 4 wheeler and warmer too.
Just got my front receiver hitch today got it put on took me about 45 minutes to an hour to get it installed. etrailer really got this delivered quick. Thanks etrailer!!
It's a great plow.works good the winch is a little slow and the remote is slow to respond but all in all it does what I need it to do.
Super fast delivery! Double boxed for security. Completed straight-forward installation by myself in about 40 minutes using routine hand tools (3/4" & 11/16" wrenches).
Fit great!! Easy to install with some simple wrenches and sockets. Took approximately 45 min to mount. It arrived in 3 days and was packaged appropriately!!
Plow seems to be of good quality, wont know till I actually use it, how good it is. Seems sturdy enough to do the job, assembly was very straight forward.
My only complaint is etrailer left me dangling for a month with no updates on my order status, even after chatting with one of their customer service people.
I ended up contacting DK2 to get a ship date.
Fit, works, reasonably priced.
Works great to make a tricky turn pushing my boat into the garage. Much better visibility and maneuvering than trying to back up.
it's worked fine so far. Have used it to move my trailer and when not doing that I have my winch mounted on it which is the main reason I got it. super strong and looks good.
Rex A.
12/31/2021
very happy still using winch on it
Added this hitch a yr ago - orginal intent was to install a bike hitch rack on front ( works great as long as it is day time! Bikes distort headlights do much so not as good as I was hoping. Second note it did save my front end in September when a deer decide it want to play chicken and jumped out in front of me- ended up cracking my bumper but pretty sure (don't ask) that the hitch prevented it from destroying my entire front grill- so certainly paid for it self then. Lastily it is really convenient for moving my trailer around when parking it- its short and kept in a really tight spot so being able to just push it in instead of backing it in makes it so much easier.
Haven't had to use it yet but arrived when expected and easy to assemble and looks very easy to use. Would definitely recommend buying from etrailer.com
The front hitch makes it easy to push my off-highway teardrop trailer through a gate at an angle and into a storage shed. The hitch came with complete instructions for my 2006 Toyota Tacoma. I was able to install with no assistance. I used a floor jack to position the hitch, and the process took me 45 minutes .
Works exactly as stated and provides a nice 2” receiver style hitch on the front end of the truck! I would have preferred a more discreet under mount but knew prior to install that it would be as pictured. I use mine with a hitch-mounted winch so that I can pull from both front and rear, depending on situation! No complaints and I would buy again!
I am not an automotive person. I was very leery about attempting this project. I called etrailer to confirm that I had selected the correct hitch receiver. Customer service was very helpful and I placed my order over the phone. I was told that there might be a delay in shipping due to back order. I received update emails and the product arrive earlier than promised. Installation instructions are clear, an online video is available. Installed hitch receiver on my 2009 Toyota Tacoma by myself. No exotic tools required. I would not hesitate to purchase from etrailer again. Oh, great price too!
Easy to install. Even able to put by bull bar back on. Strong and sturdy. The striper are going to dread seeing me pull up.
Eric M.
5/9/2015
Still like brand new
Great hitch, solid construction, fits perfectly, great value. This is actually the third Curt front mount hitch that I have bought and installed on my Toyota pickups over the years.
I had self inflicted doubts about this product but Ashley was professional and timely in setting me up with a technician wor was able to direct me for proper installation.
i had looking for a front mount trailer hitch for my 2009 toyota tacoma came across the web page ordered the unit with no problems it showed up a few days later due to the weight of the hitch it was delivered by ups with the box completly busted open but no damage so who cares. i installed it today very nice install very straight forward i am planning to customize the skid plate along with my front light bar to fit on the hitch took about an hour to install. the unit is overbuilt for what i need it for. more than enough to hold my front mounted cooler and rod holders for surf fishing photos to follow> will buy from this company again,and again, thanks again andrew r milton mass
All Hardware was present. Electric Harness installation went well after I had difficulty separating stock plug for harness plug in. Removed Bumper for more room to view. I suggest a helper to position assembly up in place. I was going to use a floor hydraulic jack to get er done. A friend just came by. Had to purchase a 19mm box/open end wrench to tighten 2 bolts. Deep sockets will not get in there.
Now for the front hitch.
Cheers dlj
For my 2012 Double Cab Tacoma.
Arrived to my home as predicted. Easy to install, removed the skid plate but able to re-install it afterwards. Looking forward to using it.
Richard A.
5/15/2015
Did you have to modify the skid plate in anyway for the skid plate reinstall?
Yadayadayada
5/19/2015
No modification needed or required to fit on my 2012 Tacoma DCSB off road package
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Katrina B.
5/10/2023
Awe, I am sorry that it arrived in that condition. I would recommend using a rust-oleum type of paint to prevent any corrosion.
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