Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class IV - 2"
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Fully welded vehicle trailer hitch is strong and durable. Draw-Tite's Tested Tough guarantee ensures that this hitch exceeds industry standards. The combination of an e-coat base and a powder coat finish provides excellent rust protection.
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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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I received my products in good condition can't say the same for the packaging. UPS gave it the torture test. Missing an "S" hook but no damage done. I took it to my mechanic for installation. He had a tough time with the wiring, but it's done. Looks grreat and hope to try it this weekend. I would definately recommend the "Hidden Hitch" for the 2003 BMW X5.
This hitch first perfectly on my 2004 BMW X5. The Youtube video that showed installation was straightforward and most useful. There was also a Youtube video for the trailer hitch wiring harness I bought through etrailer.com. I couldn't find a mechanic who was willing to do the wiring, but was able to follow the step by step instructions for installation, and everything went without a hitch. (pun intended!)
Their service folks were great! Highly recommended.
Just as described. Fast shipping. Thanks
Haven't installed yet but looks good and was shipped promptly . Thanks
Order,price and delivery was great. I also watched the installation on YouTube. Best buying experience
The product itslef is great. The installation into an 03 X5 4.6is was a bit difficult. Having to drop mufflers to get to bumber bolts and disconnect from resonator was not easy. It took an extra hour but at the end it was worth it.
The receiver weldment looks great and arrived promptly after ordered. A word to others-the hardware is neatly nested inside the square receiver hole.
This is my first time ordering from Etrailer, i was surprised it didn’t take a whole month to get here haha. but im very satisfied with the trailer and cant wait to start towing!
Great value for the price. Videos accurately describe the installation process. Had a little challenge getting the rivet nut to collapse. Purchased a tool to crush the rivet nut and that worked great. Part of the challenge could have been that I did the install on the ground vice on a lift.
I trimmed the center panel on the X5 vice not using it and the install looks more complete that way. See the pic that was sent.
Definitely recommend the product.
Easy to install with the video links provided. Perfect fit. Definitely a two man job. Hitch and wiring completed in 2 1/2 hours. Perfect fit!
I love the hitch. It fit my BMW X5 perfectly. I pull a 6x10 cargo trailer with it.
Arrived on time and easy to install. Great deal!! Thanks etrailer.com
The trailer hitch was delivered REALLY fast, and FREE. That things weighs a lot. I was a little nervous when I saw the box, it was pretty damaged with the hitch sticking out. I know the hitch was not damaged (it is built really well and heavy duty) but was worried about the bolts for the installation. at first I could not find them and then saw everything in the receiver opening. They are very smart to put everything safely there. I also like the video of how i will be installing the hitch and all the other helpful hints. So far I am a VERY happy customer and would buy from them again and recommend them
Fast shipping, great price, and installed exactly as the very helpful and clear video showed. Hitch was very well built and all hardware fit exactly as advertised.
Would definitely recomment these folks for your trailer hitch needs.
William C.
6/4/2020
Perfect with a a hitch - LOL!
Called and talked to Brendan, he knew his products, understood what I needed and explained everything clearly and w/o making me feel like a was clueless.
He recommended the Draw-Tite after we spoke.
I ordered it and soon after we talked received an email from Brendan telling me it had shipped. He also included links to installation and tips. Was not expecting that.
The hitch was shipped for free and arrived exactly when promised. The box was a little beat up but the Hitch was fine, it was wrapped in 30 feet of paper.
The instructions and videos were perfect - I knew exactly what to do and what to expect. I installed the hitch myself (yes it would have been helpful to have a 2nd set of hands - however it fit right on the car with just a little fiddling to get the cross member bolt aligned.
Instructions were clear and eTrailer videos on YouTube were perfect.
I like the quality of the hitch, really robust, fit and finish was great. All the mounting hardware was included. Only slight issues was drilling he 11/16 home on the cross member of my X5 - was good that Brendan sent the installion videos prior, otherwise I wouldn’t have had the correct size still bit (11/16 is larger than any of the bits I had, and I have a lot - good new thought now i’ve Added N 11/16 bit to my collection!)
I’m not going to tow, at least not anytime soon - though a class 3 hitch seems overkill, i’m using The the hitch for a bike carrier - i feel good about how sturdy it is.
Yes I will recommend ETrailer to my friends and love the Draw-Tite hitch. Special thanks to Brendan for all his help.
Great Hitch. Fit my car perfectly. Works as it should.
As advertised, had the hitch shipped over night and arrived the next day. Competitively priced, overall satisfied. The installation videos on the website are a great help. Thanks, etrailer.com....
Jon
9/6/2020
great
This hitch is exactly as advertised. Well made and the installation went without a hitch (no pun). The videos provided by etrailer sure did help.
Patrick A.
8/14/2019
the hitch and wiring are working perfectly
Install was quite easy overall - and the installation video was very helpful. It took under an hour to install with 2 people. I used a stepped drill bit so I didn't need a drill with a large chuck and didn't have to keep changing bits to get up to the 11/16" size required - it was well worth the $6 I paid for it at Harbor Freight. The cooling fins of the rear differential might be hard to work around with a bulky drill - mine was just small enough to fit.
The hitch and bolts all felt like good quality materials. So far the hitch is just for a bike rack, but hoping to acquire a tent trailer and the weight rating specifications for this should be more than enough to haul one.
Great product. Fit like a dream. The only draw back for some people would be the 11/16" hole you have to drill in the lower sub frame to install a rivet nut. I happen to have drill bits that are reduced to 1/2" shank but I'm sure a lot of people don't have one. Other than that, very satisfied. Also, I shopped everywhere and Etrailer.com had the best price with free shipping! Received the hitch in two days with regular UPS shipping. Impressive! Thanks.
Okay I ordered this hitch and not knowing anything about this company I was happy to see they put a video on their web site for instructions. I had to go to a garage for help due to me not having a large enough drill bit to drill one hole. The weight of this hitch is great. Much larger than I thought it was going to be, It hides well into the bumper area and I have no problem with attaching my ball to it when needed. I only needed a trailer for extreme situations. Taking my Harley into the shop. lowest price I found on the WWW.
I would give it a higher rating but there was a small problem with the install. The set nut that comes with the hitch would not stay put in the cross member that it go's into. Owning a Bodyshop for the past 30 years I am very familiar with these fasteners using them hundreds of times over the years. I drilled it as per the instructions but the nut didn't grab the hole like it should. I ended up welding the nut to a thin plate and welding that plate to the cross member to make it work. Having the equipment on hand made it easy for me but for the average person installing it at home it would have been a problem.
Great product. Limited rust after a year of use. Great price. Easy installation with basic tools! Bought with wiring harness that still works too. Easy to follow instructions.
It was a relatively easy install, especially with the video provided by etrailer. I don't pull trailers, only use it for carrying my bike. Not sure if I'd trust to pull trailer long ways. I am proud I was able to do this.
The hitch was exactly as described. Installation was simple and straightforward with the instructions and online video. The Box arrived broken open and the hitch was hanging out of it, but the bag containing the hardware and instructions were securely attached to the hitch so nothing was lost or damaged.
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Dave G.
12/29/2018
Everything is wonderful with my trailer hitch it works perfect. I am still very very happy. I might wind up getting the wiring harness so I can hook up lights to the trailer. Have a happy New year