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Code: 87183
Retail:$251.67
Price:$157.95
Shipping Weight: 37 pounds
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Video of Hidden Hitch Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
Videos are provided as a guide only. Refer to manufacturer
installation instructions and specs for complete information.
Today on this 2002 Ford F-150 we are going to install part number 87183 from Hidden Hitch. This also applies to part number 75065 from Draw-Tite. The first thing we are going to do is show you where the hitch mounts up on to the frame. It is going to use this bolt hole, this bolt hole, and this bolt hole. There is a cut out on the hitch for this rivet right here so do not confuse that with one of the holes to install it with. This is going to be identical on both sides of the vehicle and right now we are looking at the passenger side. First we will install our hardware. We are going to get this block and carriage bolt and strap them to the frame. This is going to be identical on all six holes. 00:39
We can start lifting the hitch into position. It is a little bit on the awkward side so it is a good idea to have an extra set of hands to help. When we install the hardware we are going to install a conical tooth washer and the nut and we will have you repeat the same process on all six bolts. Once we have the hitch up there centered on the frame as best you can and then we will snug down the bolts. Once we have the bolts snugged down we can torque them down as specified in the instructions. From the top of the hitch opening down to the ground is 16-1/ 2 inches and on this particular vehicle the hitch actually extends past the bumper about 1/ 4 inch. With a few easy steps we are already have our hitch installed. There you have it for part number 87183 from Hidden Hitch.
2000 - 2003 Ford F-150 Stepside Models
1997 - 1999 Ford F-150 and F-250 Light Duty Stepside Models
2004 - 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage Series Stepside Models
2000 - 2003 Ford F-150 Styleside Models
1997 - 1999 Ford F-150 and F-250 Light Duty Styleside Models
2004 - 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage Series Styleside Models
2001 - 2003 Ford F-150 SuperCrew Cab
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Average Customer Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars (13 Customer Reviews)
by: Mike08/25/2011
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Free delivery AND they even upgraded my delivery service from ground to 2-3 day shipping! I will definitely come back to etrailer.com for my future towing needs.22734
by: Cortape11/09/2011
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Fits great and great price 26733
by: Jeff C.09/24/2011
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Great Product, Great Service, Great Price couldn't be happier !!!24520
by: Joe B08/13/2011
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The hitch was an exact fit. Easy to install. All the bolt holes lined up. I was a little worried about having clearance to my spare tire, but there were no problems there. I just used the hitch after having it on my truck for some time now, and I have no complaints. The folks at etrailer kept me informed of the status of my order everyday until my hitch arrived. They even knew I had received it before I did.21790
by: Dean D04/15/2011
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Nice Price , Great Product Thankyou 11833
by: Kenny G.01/28/2012
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You guys truely deliver, literally. Ordered on Sunday (free shipping option), delivered on Thursday. Installed by myself in about 30 minutes. Used 5 gallon bucket to bear weight so I could install 1st nut and bolt. After that it was a breeze. 3/4" deep drive only tool needed. American flag hitch cover looks awesome on red truck. Thank you etrailer.30483
by: Vale T.01/24/2011
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very satisfied 6026
by: Dan F.04/08/2011
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Instalation was very fast and easy.Perfect fit couldnt be happier with this product.11351
by: Tom G03/24/2011
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This receiver bolts right on to my f-150. I didn't have to move the exhaust or even drop down the spare tire. All you see from the back of the truck is the 2" receiver. It is truly a hidden hitch. The whole installation took me 25 minutes and a 3\4 socket.10302
by: Thai N.01/22/2011
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FAST SHIPPING AND EVERYTHING AS ADVERTISED. WOULD REFER FRIENDS HERE FOR SURE.5919
by: Brian U.10/18/2011
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The hitch arrived quickly. It took me less than 30 minutes to install on my Ford F150. It fit perfectly! Thanks!!25741
by: Colin D.07/22/2011
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The product arrived very quickly with the free shipping. Everything was in good shape.19832
by: Scott C11/15/2010
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Exactly the Right Fit I have to say the Hitch was exactly as described. Fit my '03 F-150 like a glove. Went on in about 15min with absolutely no fuss. Price was great with shipping included. When I had a question on something regarding finishing up the order, I called a customer Service rep and she was extremely helpful and got my order squared away. Shipped fast and exactly as described. I will suggest eTrailer with out hesitation.3611
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