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Curt/
Frame Mount Hitch/
22 - 72 Inch Wide Frame/
350 lbs TW/
Bolt-On/
Weld-OnItem # 13703
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Adjustable trailer receiver hitch designed for use on RVs can be bolted to the vehicle frame or welded on for a no-drill application. Powder coated steel is sturdy and corrosion resistant.
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Video of Adjustable Width Trailer Hitch Receiver for RVs, 22" to 72" Wide
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Today we're going to be taking a look at the Curt Adjustable Width Trailer Hitch Receiver for RVs. Now, this universal hitch is designed for use on RVs and motor homes. It gives you a 2 inch by 2 inch receiver opening, so it's going to be great for hauling your RV approved accessories such as bike racks, hitch mounted cargo carriers and other similar accessories as well, as well as for towing. When it comes to the maximum gross trailer weight rating that's going to be 3,500 pounds with a maximum tongue weight capacity of 350 pounds. Please note that this unit is not approved and not designed for weight distribution systems. It does feature these heavy-duty side brackets. These are going to allow for a maximum adjustability, so you can see here that these side brackets slide along that main body tube.
That way you can set it to the width that you need. It's going to feature your pre-drilled holes. That way you can easily get that bracket secured to the main body whenever you find the width that you need for your application. It's going to come with all the necessary installation hardware, and the hardware to get the bracket secured to the main body tube. That way it's steady and secure when you're ready to install it on your RV, motor home, or camper. The unit's made from a sturdy steel construction. It's going to feature a black powder coated finish which is very durable.
It's going to last a long time. It's going to resist rust and corrosion, ensuring that the unit doesn't get harmed by the elements. It's going to resist sun damage so it's not going to fade. It's just going to look good for a really long time. Now, when it comes to the minimum frame width that this can accommodate, that's going to be 22 inches. Maximum frame width is up to 72 inches, so this will work for any width between 22 inches all the way out to 72 inches, so it's a very versatile universal hitch.
It's designed to work on box frame, C channel frame, or I beam frame applications. Another neat feature about the unit is you can actually, if you have enough room at the mounting location you can actually position the tube mounts toward the front or rear, which for your application is going to put the hitch body in the best location for the clearance that you need. The unit features strong, secure all frame attachment, so that paired with the solid steel construction really helps it increase strength and overall safety. Again, your receiver tube opening measures 2 inches by 2 inches. You're going to have a 2 1/2 inch measurement from the center of the hitch pin hole to the opening of the receiver tube. It's got that nice rolled collar right there that goes around, but it does have a flush opening. Your pin hole diameter is 5/8 of an inch.
Hitch pin and clip or hitch lock, those items are sold separately, so if you're in need of those you can find them here at etrailer.com. It's also got the safety chain loop brackets welded on there. Those holes right here, one located on each side for your safety chain connections, they measure 1 inch front to back, 1 5/8 inch side to side. It's going to feature a class III rating. The bracket thickness for the side plates and for the safety chain loops, that's a 1/4 inch thick steel. I do want to spend some time just going over the measurements here of these brackets. You're going to notice that on these brackets we have four holes. Also, there's going to be two holes, one right here and one right here, so you would attach coming up that way as well. I just want to give you the measurements of those real quick. The actual bracket has an overall width measurement of about 12 inches. From very bottom to very top measured about 12 7/8 of an inch, and the mounting area right here has a height measurement of about 4 7/8 of an inch. The mounting holes up and down are separated on center by 2 inches, and then side to side separated on center by 7 1/2 inches. Then these holes here that I pointed out, center on center, those are separated on center by about 10 inches. The unit is covered with a limited lifetime warranty. Now, you need to be aware that all non-trailer loads like bike racks and cargo carriers that are applied to this product must be supported by auxiliary stabilizing straps, which are going to be sold separately. The main hitch body tube can be trimmed, so this can be cut. That way that the ends are flush with the frame brackets. After trimming you want to be sure to coat the bare metal with paint, that way it's protected against rust and corrosion. Again, all the necessary installation hardware is included, but if you want to weld this on just keep in mind that all welding surfaces must be cleaned to bare metal. That's going to do it for today's look at the Curt Adjustable Width Trailer Hitch for RVs.
Average Customer Rating: 4.6 out of 5 stars (115 Customer Reviews)
Adjustable trailer receiver hitch designed for use on RVs can be bolted to the vehicle frame or welded on for a no-drill application. Powder coated steel is sturdy and corrosion resistant.by: Bob M10/19/2018
This is the 3rd one of these I've put on my trailers. The first one I had welded on and it worked great. The 2nd one was my next rv and I bolted that one on and towed an additional trailer behind it with no issues either. The one I just bought will be installed on my new 5th wheel so I can tow my golf cart behind THIS trailer now too. I'm actually cutting off the factory installed 2 inch receiver to install this one in its place because I'm more confident in this one for towing than the beefy one installed by the factory. Great product! Fast shipping! Easy to install provided you have a drill, bits for steel, and a torque wrench. 575786
by: Larry C.10/16/2017
I was very pleased with the ordering process, the very quick delivery date, and the installation process. Although I did have to relocate my stabilizer jacks about 4 inches, this was no real issue. The hitch fit like a glove and I was able to install it myself. It took me a little longer than most others because I'm 68 yrs old and also have Parkinson's Disease. So If I can install it, I figure most anyone can. I've included a picture. Thanks etrailer for a great experience. 443026
Its been a year since I installed this hitch. Ive pulled my boat several times with no issues. Great hitch and also - NO RUST.
Larry C - 10/16/2018by: Randy C09/25/2017
pics 436376
Really like the hitch. Love the positive lock system, no question if its hooked and locked. Id buy it again every time
Randy C - 09/25/2018by: Charles09/14/2018
Received my parts in great shape! Service was super FAST! I have bought several items from eTrailer and will continue buying from them any time I can. The service team is always very helpful! Thanks again eTrailer! 565151
by: James09/16/2018
Use bolts to mount to 2” closed channel frame. Had to purchase 3” carriage bolts as the 2” bolts would not work. Easy install, about 3 hours start to finish. 565713
by: Arland09/22/2018
The receiver I ordered arrived ahead of schedule and worked perfectly! 567841
by: Kevin08/25/2018
Well made product which should work for most trailer installs, but be aware that if you have a rear kitchen design as I did that your mounting options are much more limited. Having a grey water tank between the rear frame rails makes it impractical to use the mounts on the inside of the frame rails. I had to cut and modify both my frame rails and the mounting brackets that came with the hitch. Ended up with a nice install but without my plasma cutter and welder would be beyond most DYI people. In hindsight having a fabrication shop custom fit one would have been a much better option. 557832
by: Richard09/17/2018
Hitch on time, box in perfect condition. Exactly what I needed for my application. 566125
by: Larry08/29/2018
Quality of product was excellent. Enclosed instructions were slightly different than the video instructions in regards to nut and bolt placement on the bracket tube mount. Went with the video instructions. Always pleased to do business with etrailer because of the great video instructions. Very fast delivery. Thank you Donna for your return call. 559527
by: Josh08/20/2018
Nice hitch. Had to replace my sewer hose bumper so I could hold a back rack. I had help to hoist hitch up and mount to frame. The hitch adjusted to the width of my frame, we marked holes to be drilled, drilled holes, attached hitch to frame with supplied hardware and we were finished. I have the winter package which meant it took about 15 minutes to move the sheathing out of the way to access the frame but that it was not that much trouble. Hitch is very sturdy and I like the easy of installing myself (with a helper). Quick product delivery and product was what I thought and as explained on the product page. 555661
by: Larry W08/21/2018
I received my Hitch in only a few days after ordering and all the parts were in the box! I am 72yrs. and rather slow so it took me a few hours each day for several days to get the hitch fully installed on my Artic Wolf 5th wheel RV. The 72 inch wide hitch fit fine and looks excellent. I had no parts left over so I'm good to go. NOTE; the carriage bolt and square hole spacer system worked great for installing some of the hitch bolts inside my "box beam" where access was limited. 556020
by: Charlie T.04/14/2015
Item arrived as scheduled and just as described, who can ask for anything more. Installation was as easy as directions portrayed except for the ab workout that comes along with drilling the holes, haha. 185087
by: JRB08/16/2018
Great add on to my Alpine 5th wheel . Can now haul the bikes using a hitch bike rack instead of hanging them on the ladder. The hitch looks factory installed. Love it. 554505
by: Clayton10/26/2017
I installed on my new 5th wheel to pull a motorcycle trailer. Very heavy duty, finish is holding up nicely. Fitting onto RV was easy and all parts went together nice. I recommend! 446297
by: Jose12/01/2017
Product as advertised. However, packaging was damaged and half of the hardware was missing. Contacted customer service and company will mail missing hardware. 456351
by: Edward08/10/2018
My hitch arrived in record time but shipping destroyed box and currently waiting on nuts and bolts to be shipped. The customer service person very friendly and is shipping me the rest of my order. Hopeful they will arrive soon, so I can install my hitch 552143
by: Brent04/12/2018
Excellent heavy duty hitch. I mounted it on a 2012 Flagstaff Classic 5th wheel and it works great. 495728
by: Mitch L09/15/2015
Installation was easy after trimming edge to fit ibeam and also 1/2 drill bit will work just fine if installing your hitch on ibeam. Very satisfied with hitch, overall. 225585
by: Jim S10/15/2017
Product arrived on the expected date. However do to "holes" in the box most of the hardware needed did not ! Kinda a pain in the butt ! Otherwise product is OK, some paint chipping & scratches but that I can live with. Not having the hardware.... no excuses. Piss poor packing in my opinion. 442969
by: Lawrence08/19/2018
I had to modifie the side brackets to fit fifth wheel frame but it is working great 555284
by: Kurt04/14/2018
I installed this hitch on the rear of my 2017 BigHorn fifth wheel. This hitch is really designed for installation on a motorhome, but worked quiet nicely being installed between the I-beams at the rearmost of my fifth wheel. We've mainly used it to carry a bike rack, but have used it to pull a boat twice and plan to pull a cargo trailer with motorcycles soon. The only down side to this hitch is that the weight rating is rather low (3500#) and the short non-adjustable length receiver needs an extension in order to project the hitch far enough out from under the trailer to make it usable. 496583
Although its designed to be used on a RV, the Curt 13703 can be used on your Ram, as long as you observe the 3500 lb towing/350 lb tongue weight capacity. Keep in mind that using a hitch extender will lower the capacity of the hitch by half.
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Mike L - 04/16/2018by: jim wall09/13/2015
outstanding service. great product. I installed this hitch by myself in about 3 hours. I plan to pull a jetski behind my 5th wheel rv. I would suggest having two persons to install this hitch due to the 92 lbs weight. 225303
by: William08/14/2018
Great product easy installation and George at etrailer was great fast delivery service. 553612
by: Brett E.06/10/2015
Very strong high quality product with Fast shipping. My Trailer (StarCraft Autumn Ridge 28ft) had an extra bracket on the passenger side that caused me to move the hitch further underneath, but with a 12 extension hitch, it works perfect. 202287
by: Bobby H.08/05/2018
Had to go buy some shorter bolts to go inside cross piece other than that installed as I expected. another set of hands also helped. Installed it under 2014 big country fifth wheel. 550321
by: Kevin S.07/10/2017
Great hitch. Installed it in a parking lot 150 miles from garage with hand tools. Went together as advertised and adjusted easy. Was up and running in half hour. I am happy with this purchase all the way. 405380
by: Herman S06/06/2017
This is the closest receiver hitch I can come to that will fit my travel trailer. I can't use it the way it shows on the web site due to a fresh water tank in between the I beams there. I will modify the mounting brackets and have it welded to my frame by a pro to ensure it stays without any problems. 389534
I have hauled my carrier attached to my camper several times with this hitch and it is perfect. Love the quality and its ridgidity. I mounted it on my 2015 Jayco and it looks like it came on it from the factory.
Herman S - 06/06/2018by: Alan07/26/2015
Received the hitch in 3 days. Welded it on in about two hours. Fit perfectly on my 1999 Jayco trailer. 214581
by: Merlin08/02/2018
product and service was great. ups not so great. package delivered box broken parts missing. e trailer had the missing parts on way the next day. cant do any better than that. 549109
by: Al B.06/11/2014
Good product; not so good installation instructions. Bolt length a bit long; access hole of 1.5 inches a bit narrow making it almost impossible to fish bolts through 2 X 4 rectangular tubing. I was a bit at fault in not checking the dimensions of the side plates. If the hitch is installed as indicated, realize that trailer clearance will be drastically reduced. 135039
by: Roger06/06/2016
Got it pronto. Just what I needed to feel safe pulling my bass boat. Very good quality and strong. Installed on a 2011 Rockwood 30' 8280 WS. The only modification was to move stabilizer jacks forward 3". 258430
by: Patrick H.09/01/2015
Just received the hitch haven't installed it yet but looks like it's going to work. I was shocked when it showed up in two days, never had that fast of delivery. As soon as I can get it installed I'll update this review with pictures. I can say it is of solid construction and made to last, thought my wife would never get it in the garage. Again Wow on the delivery. 223330
by: Dean G.08/21/2017
Install went smoothly, had to relocate the manual scissor jacks that are used to level the RV. Receiver hitch was heavy duty with quality bolting hardware included. 423075
by: Mark L12/27/2017
I am reviewing the Curt Adjustable RV Hitch (13703). I purchased the Curt Adjustable RV Hitch for my Fifth Wheel Durango camper. I want to thank the etrailer staff for their assistance with this purchase and especially Kim who did some research on it to answer my questions. This is the third purchase I have made from etrailer.com and I'm always impressed with the assistance and technical information I receive from the staff. I received the hitch very promptly and in good condition. This hitch is a very sturdy hitch in my opinion. I did not find installation instructions with the product when I received it, so I went to the etrailer.com website and found the installation instructions on the product's etrailer webpage, ready to download, which I did. The installation of the hitch required more than the 60 minutes listed on the instructions page. I bolted the hitch on a box frame support under the fifth wheel, which took much longer than welding it on. I would suggest using a half-inch drill as a three-eights drill is just not heavy enough. Using C-clamps, I clamped the hitch in the correct position. I had to drill a couple of extra holes on each end of the hitch brackets due to the proximity of the manufactured holes to the edge of the box frame I was bolting it to. The bolts used are not what is listed on the parts list, which is one-half inch by 2 inches long. The bolts are actually two and one-quarter inches long, which made them too long to place inside the box frame support and be pulled through the drilled holes. I had to cut about three-eighths inch (or four threads) off of each bolt (12 in all) that was placed inside the box frame to be pulled through the frame bracket. These same bolts (4 bolts/2 on each end) also would not work when placed inside the main body tube which was bolted into the frame bracket. Trimming these bolts is what took so much time to complete the project. There is a unique way used to pull the bolts from inside the box frame support through all the drilled holes using a "fishwire'. My hitch came with two fishwires which are used by placing through the drilled holes, screwing the bolts into the wire, and pulling the bolt (with square hole spacer) through the hole from the inside of the box frame support. This process would have been much easier if I had had two inch bolts. The instructions also note that the bolts have to be torqued to 110 ft-lbs. But, it is now mounted to my fifth wheel securely and I am very happy with the hitch and how it fits my camper. Again, thanks to Kim for helping me with questions about the hitch before I purchased it. 462932
by: Jon07/25/2018
Built very solid, bolt on method is a little time consuming if you are installing on a boxed frame. The bolts provided are a little long and must be cut back maybe 5/8". I used a simple cutting wheel to trim them back. Other than that, the rest of the install was great and very pleased with the design, instructions, and quality. 545818
by: Kevin F03/24/2017
Yes it was delivered late yesterday afternoon however it's been raining pretty hard and it going to continue until the middle of next week, so I won't be installing until the rain quits. But it looks good and by the weight of it tells me it's going to work just fine. 358165
by: Paul S.05/05/2014
The product, shipping and customer service were great. Don't expect this to be a 1 hour job though unless everything is prepped. I installed on a Jayco 243 5er with a boxed frame. Some trimming of water tank cover required. Also found on this 2 in wide frame that trimming the bolts by 3/8 in. helped in fishing the bolts through. One person install, just a little longer than planned. Good heavy duty unit. 129031
Excellant. 10000 miles towing a jeep with no problems. Highly recommend this product.
Paul S - 05/08/2015Hello PaulI also happen to have a Jayco 243 RKS 5er. Mine is a 1998. My water tank is located at rear of trailer.I am concerned that the water tank would pose a problem for install. Since the frame a is a box style, wouldnt the bolts have to be 3-4 long to pass through box frame? Do you have any pics and suggestions on the install? If you could email me some pics or post them to your post that would be much appreciated.Thanks!!!
-- comment by: Chuck N - 03/08/2016Chuck N.The bolts do not go all the way through the frame, only the outside. The bolts are fished through a hole you will drill with a hole saw on the inside at the rear of the water tank. A special fish tool is included. The demo video and instructions cover it pretty well. Also note on my original review that cutting a small amount off the bolts will facilitate fishing them through. With a little wrestling I was able to do it by by myself but a helper would be nice. Preferably someone with some mechanical experience. Good luck and be sure to pre read the instructions.Paul
-- comment by: Paul S - 03/14/2016 by: Dale10/07/2016
Hitch is well built however if your trailer has a 4 inch Square bumper you will probably have to notch the bottom of the bumper so that the Receiver part of the hitch will have clearance to accept the ball mount. I did notch mine and welded a c shape piece of channel into the bumper and it works perfect. 304124
by: Rick07/30/2018
Hitch works as stated on my camper. I still have to tie/brace bike rack but my bikes are very secure for traveling now. I would recommend having a couple helpers when installing. 547825
by: Raymond12/26/2017
Like so many other that have written a review on this product......I have no complaints. The hitch is massive and I know will do the job intended. Just make sure you have four to five good sharp drill bits and use the step approach in drilling the holes. I was by myself using jacks and c-clamps to assemble the hitch but only took about 2 1/2 hours. With two people, could probably reduce that time. Overall, completely satisfied. 462910
by: Bruce01/25/2018
I like the product but the mounting flanges wouldn't work on my trailer. On each side of the trailer I beam there are the jacks, a bottoming out scrape protector, and then the black water tank. These are all fastened on the inside. If the flanges could mount on the outside it would work. While they can be reversed, then they stick out wider then the i beam and are too far apart to attach the main body tube as they are now wider then 72". What I am doing is welding a 1/4: 6x9 plate to the main bottom tube and then will bolt this to the bottom of trailer i beam. If I can edit my review, I will attach photos of the issue for me and my solution after it is done. Overall, I am still happy with the product. It would have taken more time and money to design my own and then take it to a weld shop. If I was able to weld myself, then I would have built a custom hitch. 469590
by: Jose01/02/2018
Installation photos 464336
by: Dustan H.08/14/2017
The product was fine except that it arrived without one of the brackets to install it. I ordered it on 2nd day air because I was in a time crunch for a job that I had to be at however I wasn't able to do it. The best that they could do was get it to me three days later. 420109
by: Larry08/24/2018
Installed Great 557570
by: Greg11/27/2017
Installed this on my camper and found it a very quality product! Installation was a bit time consuming, what with all the holes that had to be drilled. After it was done, it’s not going anywhere! I plan on pulling an enclosed trailer with my motorcycle in it! 455133
by: Steve M09/23/2017
A lot longer than an hour to install and my son is still not done. 435557
by: SHAWN03/29/2012
JUST AS DESCRIBED!!! PRETTY BASIC AND STRAIGHT FORWARD TO PUT ON... CUSTOMER SERVICE IS EASY TO DEAL WITH 35464
Could you drill all the way through the frame and use longer bolts,so you dont have to drill the access holes.
-- comment by: Orv S - 03/12/2014It would really be best not to drill straight through. Keeping the drill bit straight from one side of the box frame to the other would not be easy. If the bolt sits at an angle, it would not have as good of a hold on the hitch flanges. Additionally, it is typically better for the frame to drill less holes, even if one of those holes is a larger access hole.
-- Patrick B - 3/14/2014by: Steve B12/25/2013
Very easy to install once you get the underbelly out of the way. I had to cut the 4" square factory bumper off to allow for clearance of the receiver. This hitch is very solid, hardware is good, and the powder coated finish is nice. You can't beat etrailer, they have never let me down, always shipped quickly, price is always competitive. 111113
by: KEN06/06/2016
THIS IS POSSIBLY THE ONLY WAY TO PUT A HITCH ON A FIFTH WHEEL. IT FIT LIKE IT WAS MADE FOR IT. I USE IT TO TRAILER MY HARLEY AND IT WORKS GREAT. I AM NOT AFRAID OF IT FALLING OFF DOWN THE ROAD. GREAT HITCH!!! 258058
by: Mike S07/17/2014
The receiver hitch could not have fit better if it had been custom made for my fifth wheel. Every part was right on, even the lock washer for the bolts were ingenious Thank you. Also orderd and received a wiring harness for my RV and it was perfect 141795
Great No Problems
Mike S - 07/17/2015Mike,Did your Fifth Wheel RV have a box frame or a I-beam frame? If a I-Beam frame was it hard to install?ThanksRobert
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