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Easily attach a variety of accessories to the front of your with this fully welded, corrosion-resistant trailer hitch receiver. Perfect for winches, spare tire carriers and more.
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Draw-Tite's Tested Tough program provides testing standards far superior to those outlined by the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE), the go-to source for engineering professionals.
Each Draw-Tite trailer hitch receiver undergoes extensive fatigue testing and static testing with the ball mount that is either supplied or recommended for use with that particular hitch, thus ensuring results that are applicable to real life use. Fatigue testing is also conducted on hitches rated for use with weight-distribution systems.
In addition, Draw-Tite performs static testing on a simulated automobile, as opposed to the rigid fixture used for SAE testing, resulting in a more true-to-life scenario.
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.
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Heavy duty. Put a bike rack on it, for our Lectric electric bikes. Fold down handlebars. They don't block our view.
This receiver hitch fit my 2015 Ram 2500 fine, and looks good. However, Draw-tite quality control must be a bit lax, as now that I tried to use it, I find the hitchpin holes are not the same size and even a standard pin cannot go through both holes (so as is, I cannot use the now-mounted hitch). I am going to have to bore out the hole(s) to the correct size for a locking pin, to mount the hitch-mount winch I intended to use in my dump trailer and my truck. In addition to being the wrong (or mismatched) holes, the location of the holes is right next to a beefy weld that will make securing (whether by locking or non-locking hitchpin) difficult. I cannot justify removing the receiver after all the work it took to install, but definitely cannot give this a good review. I recommend test-fitting your pin(s), tow balls, winches on it before you waste time installing. However, as always, etrailer.com rocks!
Just received the Draw-Tite Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2" for my 2016 RAM 3500. Have not installed it yet, but in looking it over I can tell it is of excellent quality. All of the installing hardware was there, so I am ready to install. I plan on using the hitch for moving around my trailer with my UTV on it, especially when putting it in my shop which has just a small amount of clearance for it. Using the front hitch will allow me to have a good view of the shop door opener when I take the trailer in and out.
The hitch is exactly what I was looking for and seems to be well built. I was disappointed to find that the powdercoat was rubbed down to bare steel on multiple spots. I had to spray paint a brand new hitch before the install and I was also frustrated that I had to paint the bolts and washers since they didn’t send black ones.
It fit my truck exactly, and allows me to carry my generator out front since I have a camper on the truck bed
Just what I needed for moving trailers around my property. The ability to move and park trailers into tight spaces quickly and safely made this purchase a no brainer. Easy to install, rugged and very affordable. Very pleased.
Installed on my 3500 Ram. Fitment was perfect. Fairly easy install, having a helper really moved things along. Have used it to launch our boats and used a cargo carrier with a variety of cargo. Very happy with the purchase and e-trailer was wonderful!
I had read reviews about this product arriving in a card box box just floppong around getting damaged. That was the furthest thing from the case for me. It was very well packed in a heavy box with internal pieces to hold it in place. It arrived in perfect condition.
I chose to replace the silver hardware with black 10.9 rated M10 60mm FINE THREAD nuts and bolts. I used the included conical washers.
The install was straight forward on my 2017 Ram 2500 Cummins. It was a bit tricky to get to the back bolts, but it was doable. It took me about 45 minutes.
Although I haven't tried hooking up to the receiver yet, I'm extremely happy with the packaging, fit, quality and appearance of this product and with the quick shipping and personalized service of etrailer.
Thanks!
Jeff H.
8/17/2018
Thanks. I’ve loved it and it’s still going strong!
Excellent design - form meets function! It looks OEM, but provides front options for bike rack or winch while still allowing use of the factory tow hooks. Installation went exactly as directed. I would recommend this hitch for anyone looking to increase versatility without giving up clearance.
Curt G.
11/1/2016
The product has greatly increased my front end versatility and load hauling capabilities. I have received several complements on how smartly it fits into the front bumper. NOTE: using electrical tape to secure each nut to a box end wrench while reaching the difficult inner bumper areas was a huge helping tip during the install. Thanks again for the great experience, I would highly recommend etrailer for quality of product and service!
I gave this four stars. I would have given it five stars but wasn't happy with the nuts that were supplied. My one hour job turned into a 3 hour job. After tourqing the last bolt the threads stripped out. I couldn't tighten it and couldn't unscrew it. I ended up drilling the head of the bolt till I was able to brake it off with a large punch. Thank god the head of the bolt was accessible. I ended up installing all 7/16 grade 8 bolts with lock nuts. Felt much better after the upgraded bolts and nuts. I love the hitch. It looks like it belongs there. So all in all I'd give the hitch a 5 and the fasteners nuts a 1.
John N.
8/31/2018
The front hitch is working great! I have a Ram 3500 and pull a 43 foot fifth wheel when we travel. The hitch is for a 250 GTS Vespa we take with us. People stop and ask about the set up all the time. We love it!
Easy to install (with an assortment of sockets, extensions and wrenches). Looks great, barely protrudes beyond the bumper and the tow hooks are even more useable now! Also, the product was eligible for free shipping, 7-10 day, and etrailer upgraded it to 3-5 day for free! One small feature about etrailer that is nice, is that when they send you an email it is from a person, not an auto-mailer!
Joel
2/24/2015
just one of the many reasons that they will always have my business! Etrailer, you guys really are top notch!
Matt A.
3/10/2015
I have used the front hitch many times. Still a great product!
easy online ordering with many reviews from other customers. quick shipping and great communication from etrailer.
The hitch receiver was easy to install by myself.
Only negatives were the smaller diameter bolts/nuts for mounting and some of the finish had been chipped in shipping.
a very good purchase.
Draw-Tite is the only way to go. A grate clean look, puts the winch right where it needs to be. Took Steve's W advice & took the grill out & maid it easier to install. Taking tow hooks off was the easy part, Reinstalling A bit tough. What I did to make it easier was to tac weld washers to nuts & used A 3/8 x 17mm deep sock & braker bar to hold in place & screw in from front side.
Lee B.
6/17/2014
As you see in my photo the hitch fit grate on my 2010 dodge 2500. Steel retain the factory tow hooks. Like the way the winch pulls off the front of the trucks fram.
Love it, and it looks great. It took about an hour to install with my neighbors help. I spray painted the bolts black after install so they don't show. I could not be happier. I ordered on Tuesday, delivered on Thursday and installed Friday morning. Thanks etrailer.
Don C.
12/30/2017
Works great, sand is out of the way, love it.
Easy to install and only mounts one way. I figured a couple of hours to do the install, but It took an hour longer due to my Ram having a couple of mounting bolts that were difficult to access. After getting a little help with a second pair of hands, the install went pretty fast. I really use this for my winch, but have found that it’s perfect for receiver type bike racks as well as a mount for a crossbar style rack above and over the hood/cab of my truck to carry 2 kayaks while towing my fifth wheel. It also allows for me to use a ball mount to steer a trailer into tight spots rather than push it blindly backwards. A great use of product I think.
Fit as described and exactly what I was wanting to accomplish. Even with all of the extra mounting for my BOSS V Plow the install was straight forward. As seen in the pictures, we chose to fish the inner bolts on both side from the backside to ease installation. Install time: 1 man-1 hour, 2 man-45 mins.
Charles M.
1/11/2021
Awesome is all I can say!!! I have since mounted a 12k winch to the front hitch. I wired it universal to the rear so I can still use it when my plow is on. Sorry no pictures.
The GOOD: Shipped fast. Which was appreciated since I needed it fast, so when we returned from a recent trip, I could experiment with "pushing" the 28' trailer into storage instead of backing it in.
The BAD: Look at the pics and you decide. Draw Tite; are you familiar with the concept of QA ?
INSTALL: I put this unit on my '10 Ram 2500 by myself. An extra pair of hands would have been nice but... Remove your grill, takes about 3 min., see You Tube. This will give you great access and visibility.
Ripping stuff apart is EASY! However, I (58 yrs. old/mech inclined) was able/had to put this ALL back together alone. How? Of the eight bolts involved, I think just three are the most difficult (location). The trick... USE A MAGNET MOUNTED ON A TELESCOPIC HANDLE, stick it through the front of the truck, stick the bottom of the bolt to the magnet, and gently pull it up and through the bolt hole (the threaded part of the bolt should now be sticking out the FRONT of the truck). BEFORE you started this process, you would have the entire rig loosely hanging by a couple bolts pushed in from the FRONT of the truck. In the end, all nuts will be in FRONT of the truck; providing ease of access for torquing.
HARDWARE; I was concerned the hardware was gonna be crap, so before closely looking at the bolts provided, I purchased my own "graded" stuff.
Turns out the bolts are graded but longer than needed;the nuts were still suspect. So I will use nuts I bought to be sure come "torque time".
Considering the way (direction) I decided to install the bolts and that the ones provided are longer than necessary; I was left with a lot of bolt thread sticking out.
So, I cut the heads off the class 10.9 M10-1.5x50mm bolts I bought, tapped out the OEM tow hook nuts, and put together what you see in the pic to dress up the front hitch. Hope this was a help.
Fits, easy install. Supports winch, light plow easily. Nice purchase, glad I bought it.
Ordered Draw-Tite, 2016 ram 2500 front hitch receiver. Read and watched all install info I could prior to purchase. Received from etrailer in just a few days -really fast- free shipping also!
Arrived as pictured well packaged, with smaller longer bolts then stock ones removed. Bought 7/16 hi grade bolts(beefier) with flat/lock washers. Had all bolts on and torqued, but checking them after, bolt, and nut on backside turned. Also, nut had to be held with wrench when tightening. Not good. Re examined furnished bolts washers. The washers are concaved with grooves for holding fast. Undid all I had done, installed furnished bolts/washers. Checked after torque. Tight with NO turning of bolt or nut. Impressed. I held receiver in place with a piece of 2" stock stuck in it, the outside end i put into my trailer hitch, strapped it to my motorcycle jack and wiggled new receiver into place. Held it well until bolts could be inserted. One man install is tough. Before receiver is placed bolts on tow hooks could be accessed from front. After install, no. All from below. Tape on back of wrench to hold nut in place works, I also taped box/open end wrench to a long -paint stick- to access inside of bolts. Slow, patience helps, but it worked. Holding nut while tightening front bolt was tough, but once the supplied washers took a bite, things went well. Could torque from front without holding -hard to get to nut- inside bumper. Space between top/bottom of receiver and bumper is close, however, receiver mounted and torque, is rock solid. No movement found yet, loaded with weight.
I ordered a few other parts for another job. Order was a little messed up, which was promptly handled by ADAM, a great rep, and I also talked with Jean, when Adam was unavailable. She was great also..In the past, wait time on phone was 20 min or more. Awful. However this purchase I experienced none of that. Phone wait times were minimal. I was happy. With messed up order, things were handled smooth, and quick. No hassles what so ever. In closing, Passed order included a set of air-bags with stainless air lines. One line leaked no matter how I tried to stop it. Called etrailer folks, promptly handled situation, and problem was corrected. A breath of fresh air today amongst so many nasty companies out there. Many thanks to Adam again for his help and personal attention. etrailer has proven to me, to be a great reputable company, that go the extra mile to satisfy me, a customer.
If I could download pictures of install, ya'll would appreciate the southern ingenuity that went into the challenging one man install of front hitch mount. I even impressed myself,
Draw-Tite Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2" - The front mount hitch fit perfect and was installed easily. I had a need for a front 2" receiver for an additional winch location.
Thanks for the speedy delivery of the product!
The item came with all necessary hardware and instructions to mount the front hitch. There was a slight alignment issue with one mounting hold, which required the use of a pry bar in order to line up the mounting hole to the pre-existing hole on the truck. Though not expected it was an easy fix. All bolts were the proper length even with the use of all washers, which was a huge plus.
Overall, the time from unpackaging to completely mounted was around 30-40 minutes. This time includes the alignment issue, the removal and remounting of tow hooks, removal and remounting of the grill, and adding of hitch cover (hitch cover not included in images).
I am extremely satisfied with the product and have already recommended both the product and etrailer.com to friends and coworkers.
Thank you for a great product!
I get a lot of questions on how I’m using the front hitch. I pull a 5th wheel so there is no other way to haul my scooters. The front hitch worked perfect for what I wanted to do. The picture included is the hitch installed with scooters on rack.
Worked great for my "4 Boys FL70" over-cab boat loader installation.
Pros: Fits nicely, has the load capacity I needed, and sits much higher that the under bumper units.
Cons: The bolts are poor quality. One stripped while I was tightening it. Also the bolt diameter is a bit smaller than the OEM bolts. Will be upgrading mine soon.
Overall I am pleased with the unit and would recommend to others who don,t need to add
The hitch is well made but knocking a star off for installation. I had my sons help. Removing the tow hooks is easy, but putting the hitch and bolts back in was not as east. I read the comments and got some grade 8 M12 1.75 bolts. For the install, six of the bolts lined up but for one on each side the hitch blocked a portion of the bolt hole. I used a drill to widen it just a bit, which worked on one side but not the other. I ended up using the provided bolt for the last hole. The provided bolts are just smaller in diameter than the stock bolts which raises the risk that the hitch can slide around if it has too heavy of a load. I spent about 3 hours total mostly trying to get the inside bolts and nuts on, and addressing the slightly misaligned hole. Otherwise, looks great and it’s perfect to hold my portable Superwinch. I have a 2013 Cummins RAM 2500.
Shipping was fast built stronger then I was expecting
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6/25/2024
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