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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class IV - 2"
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class IV - 2"

Part Number: 14053
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Call etrailer.com at 1-800-940-8924 for expert service. We are your Ford trailer hitch experts, and offer a great price. etrailer.com carries a complete line of CURT products for your Ford Van 2000. Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class IV - 2" part 14053 from CURT can be ordered online at etrailer.com. Complete trailer hitch installation instructions and technical support.
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2000 Ford Van - Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class IV - 2"

  • 2 Inch Hitch
  • Class IV
  • 10000
  • Visible Cross Tube
  • 1000
  • CURT
  • 12000 lbs WD GTW
  • 1200 lbs WD TW
  • Custom Fit Hitch

This fully welded trailer hitch receiver bolts onto your Ford Van's frame with no welding required. Powder coated steel is sturdy and corrosion resistant.


Features:

  • Custom fit is designed specifically for your vehicle
  • Precision, robotic welding maximizes strength and improves fit
  • Bolt-on installation - no welding required
    • Complete hardware kit and installation instructions included
  • Lifetime technical support from the experts at etrailer.com
  • Gloss black powder coat finish over protective base coat offers superior rust resistance
  • Sturdy, square-tube design
  • Ball mount, pin and clip sold separately
  • Hitch assembled in the USA, bolts overseas


Specs:

  • Receiver opening: 2" x 2"
  • Rating: Class IV
    • Maximum gross trailer weight: 10,000 lbs
      • Maximum GTW when used with weight distribution: 12,000 lbs
    • Maximum tongue weight: 1,000 lbs
      • Maximum TW when used with weight distribution: 1,200 lbs
  • Limited lifetime warranty


etrailer.com Technical Support

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.


Product detail


14053 Curt Class 4 Trailer Hitch Receiver

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Installation Details 14053 Installation instructions
Weight Carrying Capacity
Gross Towing Weight (GTW):
10,000 lbs.

Tongue Weight (TW):
1,000 lbs.


Weight Distribution Capacity
Gross Towing Weight (GTW):
12,000 lbs.

Tongue Weight (TW):
1,200 lbs.



Manufacturer Estimated Installation Time

Tech Tip

Carbon canister, if present, will need to be lowered temporarily. Drilling through vehicle frame required for installation , Spare tire will need to be lowered or removed temporarily for hitch installation




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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class IV - 2" - 14053

Average Customer Rating:  5.0 out of 5 stars   (33 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.

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Strong durable...Thanks



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Product fit better than expected ... no drilling required, lined up with all factory holes, just bolted up and torqued. Could not have asked for a better product. Shipping arrived as promised.



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1996 FordVan

One day after placing my order, I received an email informing me that my order had been upgraded from the shipping choice I had selected to a faster delivery at no extra cost to me. I had an excellent experience with this company and will recommend it to anyone that requires a hitch and/or accessories. Thank you!



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Our family has been in the classic car business since 1969.....I have chained a trailer hitch on the back bumper many times and headed out for California...very recently my sister bought a vending route along with a 1 ton van....she bought a new trailer hitch somewhere and wanted me to drill holes in the frame because it wasn't the correct one...I found etrailer online and called...the product was here overnight and Suz installed it herself!!.....I highly recommend etrailer..... thank Katie D!

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Phillip K.

3/12/2017

thanks,..I am very satisfied with the product...and the great service....and I will be ordering again in the future....thanks Laura



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Heavy duty, I would recommend



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1998 Ford Edge

Love the video. It was a great help in installing this hitch. Very easy to follow. Nice tip with the silicone adhesive to hold the washers in place. The receiver edge sits back under my bumper about 5 in. Unfortunately a little bit farther back than my previous hitch so I have to buy new ball mounts now. Would have been nice if the hitch had been designed to angle back to end up at the edge of the bumper. There are not very many ball mount options for where it sits.
But I found what I needed. The hitch is on and looks sturdy. And soon I'll be able to tow again once I receive the ball mounts from etrailer.com



by: 04/22/2024

Fitted perfectly,(96 e250 Ford van).



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1998 Ford Five Hundred

This hitch receiver works as it should. It came well finished, with clear instructions and all the hardware needed to install it. I had a question about possible clearance issues and called etrailer customer support. The tech was great and answered all of my questions. The hitch receiver fit great, no additional drilling was needed. I also was able to reinstall my spare tire under the van, which my older hitch receiver did not allow enough space for.

I have a step bumper on my 1998 Ford E350 van. I was going to use if for my hitch mounted tilt up, cargo carrier, with a 500 pound capacity. This hitch receiver sets back a couple inches too far from the step bumper and would not allow the cargo carrier to tilt up, unless I used a hitch extension. I used an 8" extension with a 5k tow and 500 pound tongue capacity. Using a hitch extension will decrease your load capacity. So, make sure the hitch extension is capable of handling the load you will be putting on it.



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The Curt products I received are as described, high quality and were well packed. The hitch fits the 27-year-old vehicle. I was glad to have such a large range of products across different brands, and the prices were the best I found. The shipment of hitch receiver, ball mount, ball, etc., got here just a few days after I ordered it. I didn't expect such fast shipping. I will recommend etrailer.



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Easy assembly, took HOMEMADE HITCH off and replaced receiver hitch made for the van. Looks and works well pulling our church trailer for camps. Thanks, GREAT PRODUCT!!



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good quality and received undamaged



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Real fast shipping and great price. Tha nks



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1998 FordVan

Hitch went on with no problems. Hardware was more than enough and easy to use!



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Outstanding! I love etrailer!



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1976 FordVan

Fit exactly as described and has worked great over the year I have had it. Easy install.

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Kevin

6/9/2017

It still works great. Its a good product and works as it should.



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1990 FordVan

Have not installed it yet but looks and feels well built with all hardware included.



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Fit excellent at the right price

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Mike F.

8/5/2022

I own a welding business and this hitch was very cost effective fit as it should. I had experience in this field I in stalled hitches for [another retailer] for about two years and this hitch fit as it should



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GREAT COMPANY!!!! THEY UPGRADED MY SHIPPING FOR FREE ARRIVED MUCH EARLIER THAN EXPECTED. THE HITCH IS AWESOME.



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Belinda

3/8/2025

I have this hitch on my Rv and pulled my 76 Bronco on flat car hauler with it from Florida to NM and just recently from NM to AZ. It’s still working as it’s suppose to.

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Jon G.

3/9/2025

@Belinda Wow! Glad to hear you're getting good use out of it!


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Excellant Product good value



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1977 FordVan

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Haynes

8/11/2024

Great hitch, easy to install. Solid. Thanks, guys.



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1996 FordVan

Was as easy to install as was advertised. Good quality welds on a heavy gauge steel.



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The product fit well it was easy to install shipping was very fast



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1999 FordVan

Works as advertised.



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1996 FordVan

Received as scheduled and had it installed in 1 hour. Quality was very good.


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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch for a 1997 Ford E-250
    Michelle, it does not look like Reese makes a trailer hitch for your '97 Ford Van, unfortunately. Instead, I'd suggest going with the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # 14053. Curt makes great products so I'm fairly confident this will work just fine in place of the Reese. This hitch has a max weight capacity of 10,000 lbs, a max tongue weight capacity of 1,000 lbs, and is custom fit to your vehicle so it will bolt right up.
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    For what you are describing, I think the best option is to use the Draw-Tite Ultra Frame Service Body Trailer Hitch Cross Tube, # 41990; this is a 2" receiver Class V hitch. this is to be welded in to place using either the 16" Weld-On Bracket Kit for Draw-Tite Class V Ultra Frame Service Body Trailer Hitch, # 4916 or, the 7" version, # 4907. This will provide you with a Class V hitch and multiple placement options best fit your needs. If I follow correctly your last statement of the...
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  • Trailer Hitch Compatible with 1990 Ford E350 Van
    According to my Curt Representative, the Class IV # 14053 or the # 13053 Class III hitch is a fit for the 1990 Ford E350 Van. The Class IV hitch has a 1000 lb tongue weight 10,000 lb towing capacity. The # 13053 Class III has a 500 lb tongue weight, 5,000 lb towing capacity. You can purchase either hitch by clicking on the provided product links.
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  • Comparing Curt Class III and Class IV Trailer Hitches for 1999 Ford Van
    There are two views on this scenario...but yes the Curt hitch part # 13053 with a 5,000 lb capacity and the part # 14053 with a 10,000 lb capacity both fit your 1999 Ford Van. So since you know you don't need the additional capacity there really isn't much to gain by going with the higher rated hitch so why spend the extra money? But if you think you might ever need to tow a heavier trailer then it does make the most sense to get the higher rated hitch. That's how I'd approach the choice...
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  • Recommendation for a Trailer Hitch to Fit a 2006 Ford E-350 Van
    For your 2006 Ford E-350 van, I recommend the Curt Class III Receiver Hitch, # 13055. The hitch has a 600 lbs tongue weight capacity and a 6,000 lbs towing capacity. What I like about this Curt hitch over the other brands we carry is the ease of installation. The Curt hitch will install to the frame of your Ford using already existing bolt holes. There will be no drilling required making installation less labor intensive. If you are going to use the hitch to tow trailer, then you will...
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  • Recommended Class IV Hitch for a 1983 Ford Van
    Hey Greg! We have some universal hitches like the Curt item # C47CR that can be made to accommodate 38" wide frames but no I do not have a way of finding a class IV or V hitch with 38" mounting bolts. The hitches are organized by what vehicle they fit. They're not sorted by size. I saw you were looking at hitches for a 1983 Ford van. We do have a custom fit class IV hitch that has 38-1/4" and 38-3/4" mounting holes. It is the Curt item # 14053. I have linked a diagram below so you can...
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  • Recommended Hitch for a 1992 Ford E-250
    Hey Derrick love the email address! The best hitch for your 1992 Ford E-250 is the Curt item # 14053. This hitch is custom fit and as requested bolts to your van with included hardware. It is a class IV hitch with a 2" receiver that has a 10,000 lbs towing capacity and a 1,000 lbs maximum tongue weight. I have linked an installation video below to help you get it set up.
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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch for a 1999 Ford E-450 Ambulance
    Hey Parakesh, there aren't going to be any custom options but what you can do is use something like # 41990 which has a 16k capacity. This option would require it to be welded on and would also require either the 7" drop brackets # 4907 or the 16" brackets # 4916. If there is something else I can help you with, please feel free to let me know!
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  • The Frame Of My 1977 Ford Van Has Rivets On The Frame. Will The Curt # 14053 Still Fit?
    The notches on this hitch # 14053 are not designed to fit around the rivets. Rather the hitch flange will sit directly below the rivets. This hardware kit includes steel spacers which go between the frame and the hitch. These allow the hitch it be installed without interference from the rivets. We installed this hitch # 14053 on a 2003 Ford Van which had similar rivets in the frame. I have linked our install video below. If you fast forward to around the 3:00 mark you can clearly see the...
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  • what is the bolt pattern for 2003 suburban 1500 2wheel drive receiving hitch?
    For a trailer hitch for your 2003 Chevy Suburban I would recommend the Hidden Hitch # 87614. This hitch has been confirmed to fit your vehicle and would work well for you. If you wanted to email me back with what bolt hole measurements you are looking for I would be more than happy to run out to our warehouse to get them for you. I attached installation instructions for this product for you to check out also.
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  • High Capacity Trailer Hitch, Brake Controller and Wiring Recommendation for 1998 Ford Van
    For your 1998 Ford F-350 we have the Curt hitch part # 14053 which has a 10k capacity that would work well. For trailer wiring you will need to start with a 4-way (if you do not have one). For that you would want the # 118344. From there you would need to convert the 4-way to a 7-way so that you can install the brake controller. For that you will want the Brake Controller Install Kit and 7-Way Adapter part # ETBC7. I attached installation instructions and an install video for this product...
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  • Hitch Needed for 2004 Ford Cut-Away Van Chassis
    The three inch drop needed is going to be the problem. All the hitches we offer for the 2004 Ford Van have a 2 inch drop, so unfortunately your bumper would be in the way. Your best bet would be to either have a hitch fabricated or to have some fab work done to the underside of the frame to add 1 inch of drop so a hitch like the 14053 you referenced could be used. You, or your welder would be on their own to do the engineering work to ensure a Class IV weight capacity. If a Class III...
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  • What Year Ford Vans Does Curt Hitch # 14053 Fit
    While the body style of the Ford vans has changed quite a bit over the years luckily the frame has stayed basically the exact same so the Curt hitch part # 14053 does fit Ford full size vans from 1975 through 2006. Here's complete list: 2004 - 2006 Ford Van E-150 2004 - 2006 Ford Van E-250 2004 - 2006 Ford Van E-350 1975 - 1994 Ford Van Full Size 1995 - 2003 Ford Van Full Size, including Superwagon
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  • Heaviest Duty Trailer Hitch Recevier for Motorhome on 1999 Ford E-350 Super Duty Chassis
    We have the exact hitch you need for your motorhome on a 1999 Ford E-350 Super Duty chassis, the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # 14053. This has the 10,000 lb towing capacity and 1,000 lb tongue weight capacity you wanted (the most available), and it does not have to be welded on. The installation will require you to drill small holes in the frame (all hitches that fit your motorhome will) and this will let you bolt the hitch right on. I have added a link to a video review and the installation...
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  • What Are the Mounting Hole Dimensions for Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver 14053
    The mounting holes the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # 14053 measure 38-1/4" and 38-3/4" width-wise and then from the center of the of the forwardmost to the rearmost is 13-1/4". Attached is a dimensional photo for you to reference. This hitch is designed for these vehicles: 2004 - 2006 Ford Van E-150 2004 - 2006 Ford Van E-250 2004 - 2006 Ford Van E-350 1975 - 1994 Ford Van Full Size 1995 - 2003 Ford Van Full Size, including Superwagon
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  • Difference Between Curt Hitch # 14053 and # 14055
    The main difference is that Curt Hitch # 14053 during the installation process the spare tire will have to be lowered or removed temporarily. The Curt Hitch # 14055 does not require that step. Both hitches have a bolt on installation and have a gloss black powder coated finish that is over a protective base that offers superior rust resistance. Both hitches also have a 10,000 pound maximum gross trailer towing weight and 1,000 pounds maximum tongue weight. Out of the two I would recommend...
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  • Mounting Hole Dimensions for the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # 14053
    The mounting holes the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # 14053 measure 38-1/4" (for the 4 rearmost) and 38-3/4" (for the 1 forward-most) and then from the edge of the receiver that measurement is either 4-1/2" or 17-3/4" depending on what you meant by most rearword (as that term is kind of backwards when it come to trailer hitches). I have attached a photo demonstrating these various dimensions for you to check out. Please note that this trailer hitch is designed to fit the following vehicles: 2004...
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  • Trailer Hitch Receiver For A 42 Inch Wide Mini Bus
    When it comes to installing a trailer hitch on your 42 inch wide minibus I recommend The Adjustable Width Trailer Hitch Receiver for RVs, 22 inch to 72 inch Wide # 13703. The trailer hitch has a high-gloss black powder coat finish that resists rust, corrosion, and is resistant to scratches and UV damage. The hitch will fit a frame width between 22 inches to 72 inches, and the trailer hitch has a maximum gross trailer weight up to 3,500 pounds and has a maximum tongue weight of 350 pounds....
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  • Mounting Flange Length for the Curt Hitch part # 14053
    I went out into our warehouse to measure the mounting flange of the Curt Hitch part # 14053 that you referenced and found it to be 15-1/8 inches long.
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  • Length of Mounting Bracket for Mounting Curt Trailer Hitch to Motorhome on 2005 Ford E-350 Chassis
    The length of the mounting brackets for the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # 14053 is 15-1/8" as you can see from the attached photo. Since the frame is extended past the regular body length it could very well affect the towing capacity of your motorhome so it would be wise to do some research on that and maybe reach out to the manufacturer as well to get their take on it. If you don't have bolt holes readily available that would work with the 14053 hitch then you may consider using something...
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  • Drop of Curt Class IV Trailer Hitch # 14053
    According to my contact in the Tech Services department at Curt Manufacturing, the drop, or distance between the top of the mounting flange of the # 14053 Class IV hitch and the top of the receiver tube is exactly 2 inches. You can see this in the photo I have edited for you. I have also linked you to the installation instructions.
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  • Recommended Hitch for a 1991 Ford Econoline Grand Wagon
    Yes, I would be happy to help you find a receiver hitch for your 1991 Ford Econoline Grand Wagon. I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch item # 14053. It has a maximum gross trailer weight of 10,000 lbs and a maximum tongue weight of 1,000 lbs. This is a custom fit receiver that bolts directly onto your van without any welding. It does include hardware. I also recommend the Tekonsha 4-Pole Hardwire Kit with Circuit Tester item # 18252. This wiring kit comes with everything you need to add...
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  • Recommended Hitch for RV/Motorhome with 2004 Ford E-450 Van Chassis
    I have a solution for you, but the two hitches you were looking at will not fit your Motorhome. While there is no custom fit hitch for your chassis, we do offer a few universal options. One type of motorhome hitch is the Draw-Tite # 5350, which can accommodate the mounting hole spread of 22 inches. If you instead have an I-beam or C-channel frame the Curt # 13703 would be what you want for your 38-5/8 hole spread. The one I recommend for the receiver being in the placement that you...
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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch For 1989 Ford Motorhome On An E-350 Chassis
    For your 1989 Ford E-350 van I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver, part # 14053. This is a Class lV trailer hitch and it has a 2 inch receiver opening. This hitch has a maximum gross trailer weight of 10,000 lbs and a maximum tongue weight of 1,000 lbs. This is a bolt-on installation and no welding is required. The 6,000 lb hitches we offer for the Ford van are not designed to fit the E-350 chassis. When you are planning on towing you will need to make sure you do not exceed...
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