# 1
Draw-Tite Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2"
was sent a hitch for a 4 wheel drive when I ordered a hitch for a 2 wheel drive and company wants to charge $xx.xx to return after sending the wrong hitch. after contacting Nicole in chat mode she says they don't carry the 2 wheel drive hitch. so my only choice is to eat $xx.xx to return a defective product that did not fit my 1998 ford F-150 light duty 2 wheel drive
The trailer hitch itself is well made and overall excellent quality. The only reason it didn't get 5-stars is the same reason mentioned by many others. The directions leave something to be desired. A couple of extra diagrams would have made the job easier to figure out. That said, it was about a 2-hour install. One detail for my 2002 F-150, I would recommend removing the plastic bumper skirt. The extra 15-20 min to remove and reinstall it will save a significant amount of struggle trying to jam bolts and wires through the front of the frame rail, install spacers, and make the install much easier. Also, having an extra person to help hold the hitch in place while installing the bolts will make the job smoother. You can do it yourself, it's just more work and struggle. Overall, a great product. I'd buy it again.
# 2
Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2"
This is the third Curt front receiver hitch I have used on vehicles. The hitch was good quality with clear instructions included. It definitely helped during installation that I had a friend and shop to do the install as the ends had to be spread a hair to slide around the frame rails. We had the hitch installed in about 20 minutes. The reason for the average rating is that this is supposed to fit the 2010 Ford F150 Raptor. Although it does fit, you cannot reinstall the skid plate without sever modifications and then, the skid plate would just be for looks. The end of the hitch also sits behind the bumper requiring me to purchase a hitch extension in order for me to install my receiver mounted winch. I bought the RM-071-1075 from etrailer in order to mount the winch. Recently I had to use the winch and had no issues with this set up doing a straight pull. When we tried to pull at a slight angle, I was afraid of exceeding the capacity of the hitch due to the extra leverage caused by the extension (big heavy Raptor on 37's buried in mud and snow). Overall I would have given the receiver hitch 5 stars if the description mentioned that there would be issues installing on a Raptor. I probably would have done a traditional bumper mounted winch but I like being able to move the winch front to back (which is how I ended getting out of the situation).
This is my second Curt Front mount Hitch Receiver I have purchased. I use it to launch my boat and wave runner. The mounting instructions need to be corrected. I placed this receiver on the front of a 2011 Ford F150 4wd. I found it easiest to place the Bolt on Forward passenger side first. The instructions said to place bolts and bushings from inside. There is not enough clearance between the radiator and the frame to place the bolt from inside out. I found it easiest to mount with the nuts closest to the radiator. I did not trim the bumper fascia and it still fits perfect. (plastic has some give) The 5/8 fish wires are great! All hardware is packaged and taped to Hitch.
# 3
Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2"
Easy install. Mounted on 07 Expedition EL. Previously installed tow hooks on this truck. Need the hardware from the tow hooks or additional Grade 8 (1/2) hardware to mount. Had to drill 2 additional holes in the frame. This was noted by other buyers. The instructions from Curt say additional holes may be required. Their instructions are great. Drop ship direct from Curt and 0 packing material was used. This thing is a huge hunk of steel. I didnt have to trim the fascia but have to push it up maybe 1/8 inch or so to put a hitch in. Bought it mainly for use with a front bike rack. Others have said they needed an extention, which may or may not be true based on the attachment you're using. A winch mount or cargo carrier may need an extention. Looks great and tucks up nice and tight.
Very good product. Took longer to install than instructions mentioned. Taking apart some of the factory fasteners requires special tools that most people wouldn't have. Installing the hitch went well after factory installed stuff was removed and out of the way. Job is best accomblished with two people to align holes and such. Fit on frame was real good.
# 4
Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2"
For my 2005 Ram 2500 4WD. This product is well made and I am looking forward to using it for a winch that can go on the front or rear of my truck and may get carrying racks, etc. I believe the product I received was damaged in shipping. The span between the flanges that bolt to the sides of the truck frame was about an inch narrower than the distance to the outsides of the truck frame where the hitch fastens to the vehicle. One of the flanges was badly out of square. I widened the gap by placing the flange in a vise and pulling on the end of the hitch till it was closer to square. Then I used a large crescent wrench to tweak both sides till the dang thing would go on. Then I still had to use a pretty big hammer to wack it into place. Also, this installation was very difficult for me to do alone on the ground. A buddy and a lift would have made this much easier. The included fish wires were super effective and high quality; once the bolts are in place just thread the wire through the mounting holes in the hitch as you lift it into place. Went much easier than I expected. Instructions say use a hole saw, I used a step drill bit and that worked well, except for the small burns I got from hot chips raining down
My particular model of vehicle (03 Dodge 2500 pickup) was a very easy install. I am very happy with the Curt Front Hitch. Now I can easily mount my winch, bicycle rack and a cargo hitch to the front of my truck.
# 5
Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2"
Just what I was looking for. Thank you.
I ordered these two, front and rear for a 1990 GEO Tracker 4 wheel drive that I am rebuilding. I believed they would fit, I finally got around to mounting them and they don't fit, to large. I think I have had them to long to return them.
# 6
Draw-Tite Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2"
Great products, great prices, fast shipping and a great company to do business with. Easy install, and it took longer to trim the air dam than installing the hitch.
Terrible, they sent the wrong hitch and now want me to pay shipping for the return
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