Recommended Trailer Receiver Hitch for 2004 Dodge Ram 1500

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Hi.. I bougth this ram 1500 RWD, and i am looking for a trailer hitch for it. Could you help me find the right one for it? it has the bar under the car..

asked by: Dennis S

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The correct hitch for your truck will depend on what capacity you were needing. For instance, if you'll be towing trailers weighing less than 6000 lbs, a Class III hitch like the # 75662 would be ideal. The hitch would bolt to the existing crossmember and the rear bumper.

For a heaver trailer (assuming your truck has the necessary capacity), a Class IV hitch like # 14361 would work well.

The Curt # C15409 you referenced is only a fit for trucks already equipped with the factory hitch.

You might also need the following to complete your towing system:

Trailer wiring harness with 4-pole trailer connector, part # C55504
Ball mount, part # C45230
Trailer ball, part # C40051 for a 1-7/8, # 40038 for a 2 inch or # C40007 for a 2-5/16 inch
Hitch pin, part # C21500 or # e98882 for a hitch lock

expert reply by: Mike L

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Answer 1

For your 2017 Ram 1500 without a factory hitch we have a very similar hitch that is a fit, but the one you referenced is for older Ram trucks. Instead you would want the part #75662 which is confirmed as a fit. I attached an install video for you to…

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Answer 2

The etrailer brand #e98852 and the Draw-Tite #75662 are almost identical. The capacities are the same, they'd both install in the same manner and they're very similarly priced. There are a few differences. The biggest difference is that the…

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The Draw Tite hitch part #41948 is a confirmed fit for the 2017 Ram 1500. You will need to remove the factory hitch and install the Draw-Tite hitch. The maximum tongue weight is up to 1,500 lbs and the maximum gross trailer weight is up to 12,000…

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The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 5

Factory brake controllers seem to unfortunately be very temperamental and usually quite a bit more expensive that an aftermarket brake controller so I have to recommend going with an aftermarket option. Luckily there is a brake controller port so…

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I would be happy to help you. Removing the factory hitch is not necessary and will be difficult to remove based on how it was attached to your Ram 2500's bumper. Ultimately, it'll be up to you but it being on there will have zero effect on…

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The closest modern tire size to a 7.00-15 tire is a 225-75-15 like the #AM10256 tire you mentioned. Typically, a 225/75-15 tire will measure about 8-3/4 to 9 inches wide by around 28-1/2 inches in diameter. We offer the same size in a Load Range E as…

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Answer 8

The options for a trailer hitch receiver for a 1995 Dodge Ram 3500 are only dependent on if you have a standard or step bumper, or if you have a deepdrop bumper. Having a dually isn't going to factor into the fit, as the hitches fit both single…

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Yes, the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver #DT45509 will fit your 2007 Dodge Ram 3500 with the factory hitch. This is a nice option, but I do recommend instead considering the Curt hitch: - Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C15809 While the Curt hitch will…

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Answer 10

Hey Jon; I was actually just talking to Furrion about heat options for the Chill Cube yesterday (1/21/2025). At this time, the only way to have heat with this unit is through a furnace on a ducted setup. The Furrion Chill Cube RV AC w/ Air…

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Answer 11

The best image I could find of B&W hitch #BWHDRH25211 was in the instructions and it is a line diagram and not an actual picture. But it shows how the new hitch receiver will be directly beneath the factory receiver on your 2012 Ram 2500/3500.

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Answer 12

Thanks for your pictures, this helped me identify that your hitch is a factory hitch on you 2007 Ram 2500. I can tell because of the design and the way the hitch is mounted to the cross-frame with a weld. I have linked all the hitches that will fit…

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