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This fully welded trailer hitch receiver bolts onto your Ford Explorer's frame with no welding required. Powder coated steel is sturdy and corrosion resistant.
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Tech Tip
Hitch only fits models with factory installed 1-1/4" receiver. Vehicle may already be wired with a 4-pole flat trailer connector from the factory. No drilling required for installation , Hitch is designed to fit beneath the OEM factory hitch
Average Customer Rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars (64 Customer Reviews)
This fully welded trailer hitch receiver bolts onto your vehicle's frame with no welding required. Powder coated steel is sturdy and corrosion resistant.I installed the hitch without much problem, although I did have to cut a little metal from one of the frame braces to get the hitch to clear. Whithout triming, the brace prevented the hitch from slipping between the frame rails. I only had to notch about 1/4" of metal off. It took me 10 minutes with a hacksaw and angle grinder. Apart from that, I had no trouble and the install went smoothly. I even found fishing the carriage bolts through the frame was really pretty easy! The hitch looks to be well made. All the welds are smooth and even and the unit is niclely finished in gloss black. I'm not sure if it's a painted finish or powder coated though. I installed this hitch to pull my little motorcycle trailer. The factory class II receiver was too high and I couldn't find a hitch that dropped low enough to get the trailer flat. With the new class III, it sits lower than the factory receiver, also there's a ton of options for drop hitches available. With this new hitch it was really easy to get my trailer level. So if you have a vehicle and need a hitch, I'd say buy this one!
Had this installed on my 2006 Ford Explorer. It took 2 men about 30 minutes. It is doable, but a tight fit. I have not used the hitch to pull anything yet - but it looks solid and am happy to have it instead of the old hitch. Price was considerably cheaper than any local parts store. Thank you etrailer.com
Well made and easy to instal, always have good luck with Etrailer!
It fit perfectly all parts were in the box with instructions. I found it easier to install it with the bumper removed.trying to get the bolts and washers in place with the wire feeder was not going well so i removed the bumper and everything went smoothly 1 hour to complete. Needs to come with bracket for wiring harness to be mounted
Perfect fit on my 2010 Explorer and very clear instructions. Fishing the rear mounting bolts through the frame is the most difficult part of the installation but it’s not impossible if you make sure the hitch is lined up with the frame holes properly.
Arrived on time great fit and professional service I will return for future purchases
Package arrived on time but damaged. There were scuffs all over the hitch, but nothing major. Installation was fairly easy. Basic hand tools and a floor Jack, and I was able to complete the installation alone.
Very good product and very fast shipping. Installation went fast.
These are the most economical hitches on the market. I have bought several for different model cars and they all bolt right on. Great product.
I have owned 2 & very happy with them
The ordering process couldn’t have been easier. Was delivered quickly. And when it was delivered it was 39degrees outside and I thought why not install it. Went outside and in under An hour was installed and looking good. Thanks!
I have a 2006 Ford Explorer that came with a 1 1/4" hitch and I used an extension to convert it to a 2" hitch for a small utility trailer. I found the Curt hitch to fit my needs, (using a new sway bar hitch) with a good price from etrailer and it was shipped quickly. The detailed videos showed me exactly what to do for installation and the tools needed. I was able to install it by myself in my driveway but it would have been easier with another person. All in all, it came out very well and I am quite satisfied with the quality and results.
Hats off to etrailer and Curt Hitches! I watched the installer video to be sure I could do this. It seemed so simple a middle schooler could do it. Then I quickly ordered the hitch online, it was shipped the next day, arrived by my favorite carrier, UPS, and I had it unwrapped and my Explorer up on ramps in no time at all. (You don't need the ramps, I just used them 'cause I got 'em. Makes me feel manly!) I read the directions, then re-read the directions, then used the wire fishing tool, and had my bolts in place in 20 minutes max. My daughter helped thread the lock nuts for the first two carriage bolts, and then I threaded and snugged everything up. I torqued it all down tight, and I am good to go. I have not used it yet, but let me comment on the quality: -the powder coat is heavy, hard, strong, and durable (I had another Curt hitch and I know this to be true) -the fitment was a little tight, which was GOOD because it held the hitch in place while I threaded bolts. I did beat the hitch into place the last half inch (with a baby 2.5 lb sledge and a block of wood to protect the finish). The installation could not have been any easier. It was a piece of cake! If you have normal tools, a normal brain, and a 1/2 inch torque wrench, you can put this sucker in! I would put one of these on every truck I buy, if it needed one. I highly recommend etrailer for lights, connectors, hitches, and like products. Their customer support is polite, helpful, knowledgeable, and genuinely friendly. Their tech videos are clear and professional, and their technical support crew really know the products and their proper installation. You don't need to look anywhere else, and NO, I didn't get paid anything from anyone to write this! I have used this company for years, with zero complaints, and I am a tough sell!
Scott - 10/30/2019Great product. Came in five days with free delivery. Easy to install. So easy I did the installation myself. Only problem I had is the frame had to be grinded down on one side a quarter inch. This was done because a small lip prevented a good fit.
I'm so very happy with the end results every thing worked out perfectly the way I was hoping just thinkingI was about to pay someone four times this amount to have one installed I was able to get it done in less than one hour and feel good about having it done myself thanks etrailer now for my electric break box
Jaime P - 11/11/2016The Curt Receiver Hitch was fairly easy to install even by myself. The etrailer installation video was extremely helpful. The hitch looks great on my vehicle.
William - 12/31/2018This product was extremely easy to install. The overall apperanceof the hitch is great and now I can haul my camper with the explorer. I had an 1 1/4 factory hitch and with this product now I have a 2". This has given me the capabilities that I needed with my vehicle. Thanks so much for the help and Etrailer.com will be recommended to all my friends. Thanks, Danny
Excellant retrofit hitch for my 2007 Ford Explorer which came with a 1 1/4 " hitch. Installation was no problem and took about an hour. I have 2 hitchs now , on which I placed the oval L.E.D. brake light in the upper 1 1/4 hitch and a drawbar with 2" ball in the lower 2" receuver. Really works well.
THE CURT TRAILER HITCH FIT PERFECT ON MY 2006 FORD EXPLORER.
The hitch came very quickly and was simple to install. I did it by myself in about 20-30 minutes. The wire bolt holder was the trick to fish bolts through the frame. Love my hitch.
Hitch arrived on time. Cardboard packaging was pretty beat up due to steel parts poking through during shipping. Item was in good shape and looks sturdy. Took me about an hour to install the hitch. Very easy but I suggest watching one of the install videos for a few tips. Installed on a 2006 Ford Explorer EB 4X4 4.0L Depending on how this holds up, I may purchase a front hitch as well.
the trailer hitch was overall built good except for the upper passenger side mount was a little out of place when they welded the square reinforcement on the mounting hole so the hole didnt line up i had to find a 1/2 drill bit and drill to open the hole up but after that it went together fine
Easy to use website, shipped in a timely manner and installation videos were very helpful. If I ever need another hitch I would not hesitate to order it from etrailer.
Product cam as described, installed easy. A tip to anyone installing this hitch follow directions closely and have a magnet handy to retreive lost bolts/backer plates inside frame rails.
fantastic product received in two days via ups. this is my fourth order from etrailer and will not be my last. Always quick shipment and fantastic communication.
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