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26 reviews
Code: 87579
Retail:$282.11
Price:$176.95
Shipping Weight: 40 pounds
Shipping SpecialThis durable, fully welded vehicle trailer hitch receiver features a powder coat finish over an e-coat base to ensure superior corrosion resistance.
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Video of Hidden Hitch Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
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At this point we can install the hitch on the vehicle, youll have to stick it in between the frame and suspension components so its good to have an extra set of hands to do this with. Sometimes with the exhaust, some sit higher than others, you may want to lower it a bit or in this case we may want to take the bolts out to fish the hitch in and then well put it back in. Now we install our bolts going towards the front of the vehicle. Well let the back ones loose of course so we can wiggle it around and set it where we need it. Now well move on to the other side. We just need to get it started and then we torque it down. Now well go to this rear bolt here and install our washer. Now well repeat for the other side. Now we can snug up the bolts and make sure the hitch sits the way we want it, then well give them their final torque. Last but not least well tighten the bolts that hold the brackets to the frame. There you have it for part number 87579 on our 2000 Toyota Tacoma
1995 - 1997 Toyota Tacoma 2-Wheel Drive Models
1998 - 2004 Toyota Tacoma All Models
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Average Customer Rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars (26 Customer Reviews)
by: PJ07/02/2011
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Install was fairly easy. I made my mistake by following the video instead of the printed instructions. My install was on a 2004 Tacoma. Instead of the removing the bolts 16" from the back of the frame I removed the ones closest to the bumper (WRONG). I had to drop the hitch back out and remove the ones specified in the printed instructions as said earlier 16". The only other problem I ran into was positioning the hitch. I was doing it alone and after trying to man handle it into place, I decided it to drop the spare. After droping the spare it went right in. If you're working by yourself I'd advise droping the spare the extra room makes for a easier install. All holes lined up perfectly. I'm very happy with this product. Install, even with my minor problems, still only took 45 minutes.18427
by: Rich M03/15/2011
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Excellent, Fits perfectly!! Love it!! 9401
by: John P.08/22/2011
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Easy to install. Though not in instruction sheet, I found it much easier to lower the spare tire when placing the hitch against the truck frame. Having a helper was nice and made the job much easier.22475
by: todd c01/03/2012
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great shipping, i placed my order on a wednesday and it showed up on friday. i was really surprised when i was backing out of the driveway and saw a big box sitting at the front door, i was expecting at least a week to get it. the hitch went on just like the video, it fit and looked great. it took me a couple hours to get it installed, i really wasnt in a big hurry. taking off the spare right at first is the way to go.29055
by: Monica12/29/2011
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My husband loves his new trailor hitch! 28835
by: Ronald Hancock09/26/2011
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Excellent online video and printed instructions before purchase, solid well made product that looks good on the truck.24607
by: John P.08/22/2011
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Easy to install. Though not in instruction sheet, I found it much easier to lower the spare tire when placing the hitch against the truck frame. Having a helper was nice and made the job much easier.22476
by: Mike08/10/2011
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The hitch fit great and went on without a problem. One note, the bolts on the Toyota are crap. Had problems with a couple of them getting rounded off. Once I got past that, the installation was painless. Shipping from eTrailer was quick and free...what more can you ask for?21551
by: Mike I. NH08/08/2011
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Perfect fit for my 2002 Tacoma. Took about 45 minutes to install by myself. (I'm not an auto mechanic) The directions are easy to read. I did watch the video first. What I liked most about this hitch is I only had to remove 2 bolts that hold on the bumper. The bumper does not have to be removed. Just install the angle brackets and put the original hardware back (if in good condition). I am very happy with this hitch and my purchase from etrailer.com was flawless. Thank you Hidden Hitch and thank you etrailer. From North of the Notch in beautiful New Hampshire.21367
by: Jason P08/03/2011
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This hitch bolted on my 2004 tacoma in no time and it Was as easy as they showed in the video online. Also my order Came super fast within three days (awesome)21055
by: David s04/07/2011
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Very easy to install, the videos on your site showing how-to were great!11288
by: Daniel F03/17/2011
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Arrived quickly. LIke new. Would have been easy to install except I could not get a bolt out of my frame before it stripped. So I had to take it to an autobody place to have them finish the job. 9578
by: Troy02/28/2011
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Exactley what I wanted, very very easy to install, completed in less than 30 minutes by myself.8018
by: Michael O.02/13/2011
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Great! Easy install. Solid construction. No complaints.7120
by: KramerGWT01/22/2011
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Order came on time. Unlike others have reported, the box arrived completely intact and nothing was damaged or scuffed. Watch their video. It is THAT easy. Absolutely no need to remove the spare. Just jiggle the hitch around and you will be able to fish it into position in a few minutes. Everything lined up perfectly. Most of the the time was spent looking for misplaced tools. Otherwise, took about 30 or 40 minutes of actual installing. Nice beefy construction and barely visible from the back. 5927
by: Steve A.01/12/2011
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Great. I haven't put it on the Truck yet but it does not look too dificult. I think I will have to drop the tire down to take off the 14 mm bolt that you video describes. The other bolts are pretty easy to get to. The hitch looks great and I am looking forward to installing soon. Thanks again. Good price and free shipping. 5407
by: Audie lail12/28/2010
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reese hitch The hitch was perfect looks great and did not take but about 30 minutes to install.4725
by: S.Rodgers12/16/2010
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Product fine - shipping awful Product is as promised, but arrived in a flimsy box torn almost to shreds. I imagine the product is difficult to ship as it is awkward and heavy, but there should be a way to deliver the product so it arrives without (minor) scratches and dents.4259
by: Ron Y.10/15/2010
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Nice hitch! Hitch installed easily in my 1995.5 4WD Tacoma, but for sure get an extra pair of hands to help. It clears my stock 31x10.5x15 spare tire perfectly!! 3518
by: Silverfoot06/27/2010
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Nice Hitch The hitch was shipped in a rather flimsy box with no padding, so a little paint was worn off on a couple edges. A little touch-up spray paint and it was fine. The hitch itself seems to be built well. The welds look good. I mostly installed this myself and it took a bit over an hour. It was a bit of a pain. The rear bolt holes did not exactly line up with the truck. I had to use a neighbor and a ratchet strap to pull the ends of the hitch legs together to align the holes. Once it was aligned, it screwed together easy enough. As others have mentioned, drop the spare tire and push it out of the way (takes 2 min), else the hitch won't go in. 3178
by: Rob M04/18/2010
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Excellent Hitch Took 1 hour to install by myself. Very easy just need wrenches. Needed to drop spare down and out of the way. I used 5 gallon buckets and some 2x4s to hold it up in place. Two people would take only 20 minutes to install. 2944
by: Mark H.12/23/2009
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wow what great service (GREAT SERVICE) you will never find service this fast anywhere else 23 hours after placing my order I had the hitch sitting in my garage floor from MO.to IN. very easy to install. what else can you say it's a hitchand it works 2605
by: Eric08/28/2009
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Great hitch This hitch worked as advertised. I installed it on a 2004 Tacoma, extended cab. It fit perfectly and really no drilling required. I installed it alone and managed just fine. The only thing I had to do differently was dropping the spare tire to have full access. Gathering tools, installing hitch and wiring harness, packing up tools, took me a total of 2 hours. Watch the videos. Thanks etrailer. 2315
by: Eric08/23/2009
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Perfect! Really as advertised. I have a 2004 Tacoma 4x4 extended cab. This hitch did fit perfectly. No drilling. The video were really informative. I installed this hitch with no help, may be for that reason I had to drop the spare tire. It made the installation with no help a lot easier. I recommend the product if your looking for an installation with no bad surprise. The job was done in 2 hours including opening the box, getting and putting tools away. I also installed the recommended harness.Thanks etrailer.2295
by: Jim the Fool07/19/2008
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Do Not Install this Alone! Hitch itself is great. Actually for a 4 banger like mine it's too good. I installed it on an 03 Tacoma regular cab. Getting this into position by yourself is a KILLER. Drop the spare and ply your buddies with a few beers, (after it's in!!) Once you get it into position it's a breeze. I only wish it went as fast as the video. HA! Light kit was a breeze... If you need a hitch, this is the one.1081
by: Yotaman04/01/2008
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Perfect for my application I got this for my 99 Toyota Tacoma. I installed it with a friend and it took us approx 30-45 minutes. No problems. The hitch hides very well under the vehicle and is very strong. I would recommend this hitch to anyone.719
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