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Detail K2 Snowplow for 2" Hitches - 84" Wide x 22" Tall
Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2"

Part Numbers: K2AVAL8422,31320

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Detail K2 Snowplow for 2" Hitches - 84" Wide x 22" Tall
part number: K2AVAL8422

Hitch-mounted residential plow has shock-absorbing springs and a steel-edge blade to easily clear driveways and parking lots. 3-Position blade pushes snow straight ahead, right, or left. Wireless remote lets you raise or lower plow from your cab.

Features:

  • Hitch-mounted snowplow lets you clear paved and gravel parking lots and driveways with your vehicle
  • Electric winch raises and lowers plow with sturdy, nylon strap
    • 2.4 GHz Wireless remote control allows you to operate the plow from the comfort of your vehicle
    • In-cab switch serves as a reliable backup to the remote control
  • Adjustable, 3-position blade can be manually angled left, right, and straight ahead
  • Strong rubber deflector on top of plow directs snow down and away from your windshield
  • Hardened steel edge breaks up packed snow and ice
  • Skid shoes let you adjust plow height to scrape over gravel and uneven surfaces
  • Shock-absorbing springs let plow tip forward on impact to protect you and your vehicle
    • Can extend life of the plow if you hit an obstruction
  • Blade stiffeners provide 2 additional points of contact between the plow and your hitch for a sturdy connection
  • Red visibility markers help you see plow edges so you can steer away from obstacles
  • Flip-down caster wheels allow you to roll the plow where you need it for mounting or storage
    • Wheel height is adjustable to match your vehicle height
  • Plow handle with knob lets you easily move plow up and down during mounting
  • Safety chain holds plow in raised position during travel
  • Reinforced, all steel construction has black, rust- and UV-resistant powder coat finish
  • ISO certified
  • Simple installation
    • Slides into your vehicle's 2" front trailer hitch receiver


Specs:

  • Application: 2" x 2" hitch receivers
    • Cannot be used with hitches or receiver adapters that have built-in drops
  • Blade dimensions: 84" wide x 22" tall
  • 3 Blade angles:
    • Left 45 degrees
    • Straight ahead
    • Right 45 degrees
  • Distance from center of hitch pin hole to the front edge of plow: 50"
  • Winch lift capacity: 3,000 lbs
  • Weight: 283 lbs
  • 1-Year limited warranty


Detail K2 Plow Length

The Detail K2 snowplow conveniently slides into your vehicle's front-mounted trailer hitch for fast, simple mounting. Easily raise and lower the plow from the comfort of your cab with the remote-controlled electric winch. The pivoting blade makes this plow ideal for rocky or uneven surfaces because it can adjust to the terrain.


Simple, Hitch-Mounted Installation

This hitch-mounted snowplow simply slides into your vehicle's front trailer hitch receiver, making it a breeze to install. A plow that attaches to custom-fit brackets ties you down to just 1 vehicle. But this hitch-mounted plow can be used on most trucks or SUVs with a 2" x 2" front-mounted hitch. As a result, this plow can be easily switched between multiple vehicles. And because it offers a nearly universal fit, you won't have to buy a new plow when you replace your old vehicle.


Detail K2 Hitch Mount

To install the snowplow, just slide the shank of the plow assembly into your 2" trailer hitch receiver (sold separately). Then use a pin and clip or a hitch lock (sold separately) to secure the plow in the receiver.


Detail K2 Caster Wheel

The snowplow comes with flip-down caster wheels that make the installation process even easier on you. Simply flip the wheels into position and you will be able to roll the plow into position for mounting or storage. The height of the wheels can also be adjusted to match the height of your vehicle.


How to Plow

Detail K2 Adjustable Plow Position

Once the plow is mounted on your vehicle, lower the blade and set it to the desired angle. To set the angle, exit the vehicle and manually position the plow straight ahead, to the left, or to the right. Angling the blade allows you to push snow off to the side where you want it without having to change the angle of your entire vehicle. This is especially useful on a driveway or a private roadway where piling the snow straight ahead would create a barrier.


Detail K2 Wireless Remote 2.4Ghz

The plow comes with a wireless remote that allows you to stay warm and out of the elements while still effectively controlling the plow. The remote operates on a 2.4 GHz frequency, allowing it to quickly send signals to the winch without experiencing delays. And because it's wireless, you won't have to run wires through your dash. Nor will you have to leave your window cracked open in the middle of a snow storm just so that you can run a wired remote into your cab. You will be glad to have it on those cold winter days.


To begin plowing, just drive forward. When backing up to take another pass, be sure to lift the plow with the remote, then lower it again before moving forward. When approaching a large pile of snow, be sure to decrease your speed. Slamming into a pile of snow can void the warranty on the snowplow.


When you are finished, put your vehicle in park and lower the plow. Remove the plow from your vehicle after every use.


Easy Lifting with Electric Winch

Detail K2 Electric Winch

The electric winch on this plow allows you to easily lift and lower the blade using the wireless remote control. If you prefer, you can also install the included in-cab toggle switch to control the plow. The winch uses a durable strap, which is much quieter than a chain, to raise and lower the plow.


Detail K2 Features

Detail K2 Skid Shoes

The snowplow features skid shoes that allow you to adjust the height of your plow. This allows you to efficiently plow over surfaces that are uneven, such as gravel roads.


Detail K2 Blade Stiffener

Blade stiffeners, or blade support brackets, reinforce the connection between the plow and your vehicle. They add 2 additional points of contact with your hitch on either side of the plow's T-frame. This prevents stress on the frame and on your vehicle, while also strengthening the performance of the plow.


Detail K2 Trip Springs

Shock-absorbing springs allow the plow to dip forward in the event that you hit an obstruction. This flexibility protects you and your vehicle from impacts.



AVAL8422 Detail K2 Hitch Mount Snow Plow - 84" Wide x 22" Tall Blade



Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2"
part number: 31320

Easily attach a variety of accessories to the front of your vehicle with this fully welded, corrosion-resistant trailer hitch receiver. Perfect for winches, spare tire carriers and more.

Features:

  • Front-mount hitch provides attachment point for hitch-mounted accessories
    • Winch, spare tire carrier, snowplow, cargo carrier and more
    • No more blindly backing trailer in - just hook it up and drive it forward
  • Custom fit is designed specifically for your vehicle
  • Precision, robotic welding maximizes strength and improves fit
  • Easy, 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 steel resists corrosion
  • Sturdy, square-tube design
  • Assembled in USA


Specs:

  • Line pull: 9,000 lbs
  • Vertical load: 500 lbs
  • Gross trailer weight: 5,000 lbs
  • Receiver opening: 2" x 2"
  • Pin hole diameter: 5/8"
  • 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.



31320 Curt Front-Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver




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Customer Reviews

Detail K2 Snowplow for 2" Hitches - 84" Wide x 22" Tall - K2AVAL8422

Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2" - 31320

Average Customer Rating:  4.7 out of 5 stars   (71 Customer Reviews)

Hitch-mounted residential plow has shock-absorbing springs and a steel-edge blade to easily clear driveways and parking lots. 3-Position blade pushes snow straight ahead, right, or left. Wireless remote lets you raise or lower plow from your cab. Easily attach a variety of accessories to the front of your vehicle with this fully welded, corrosion-resistant trailer hitch receiver. Perfect for winches, spare tire carriers and more.

by: Glen 12/10/2021
2003 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Decent plow for the price.

I installed
this DK2 Avalanche on a 2003 GMC Yukon 1500 with a Curt front receiver hitch 31302. If you have a side mount battery, you may need battery bolt extenders (Battery Doctor #30400) to make life easier. That said, the ring terminal connectors on the winch control box will be too small. Get ones that will fit the 3/8 inch stud and 12-10 AWG wire to replace the stock ones.

Manufacturer instructions are not very helpful, but Graz's Garage has a great install video on YouTube. He installed his on a 2020 Chevy Colorado Z71. You can always count on a gearhead from Detroit. eTrailer is awesome at responding to concerns, too, and I'm glad I bought this product from them.



by: Steve Miller01/13/2021

My plow was delivered quickly. It took a bit longer to assemble than I thought it would, but it seems pretty heavy duty and looks and works great for my 600' long driveway. It's much better and quicker than plowing with my 4 wheeler and warmer too.



by: Rickie J08/26/2017

It wasn't hard to install, instead of the wire I used two pen sized telescoping magnets to wriggle them in the square holed plates. My plans are to use this hitch in place of tow hooks. Good looks and sturdy!



by: Terri12/21/2023

It's a great plow.works good the winch is a little slow and the remote is slow to respond but all in all it does what I need it to do.



by: Will 11/12/2022

Plow seems to be of good quality, wont know till I actually use it, how good it is. Seems sturdy enough to do the job, assembly was very straight forward.
My only complaint is etrailer left me dangling for a month with no updates on my order status, even after chatting with one of their customer service people.
I ended up contacting DK2 to get a ship date.



by: Jason 10/11/2023

I am very happy with the product. Went on easy fit great. Looks very well made.



by: Lynn08/08/2020

I didn’t know how much I would need this until I moved into my new house just yesterday. The garage door is much shorter at our new house, 7 foot vs. 9 feet. Using the front hitch and a 5 1/2 drop hitch, I have about two inches of clearance when putting my boat in our new garage. Without the front hitch I would have been able to get the boat in the garage. Not to mention how much more the trailer is to steering inputs, the garage is much narrower that our old one. If you have a tight spot to park something this will make your life much easier! Installation was simple and instructions well written. The tool to install the mounting bolts is a brilliant idea.

Lynn

8/9/2021

Better than expected. I didn’t need it when I first bought it, but we moved shortly after I installed the hitch. I left a 9 foot garage door on a detached garage. With a 5 in hitch my boat clears a 7 foot garage door. It will not low enough off the rear receiver.



by: Graham S Graham05/28/2020

I like my front hitch.
Pros: easy to
moderate ease of install.
Comes with all the hardware.
I have tested it using a winch on the front to move a 62 Lincoln continental, No problems.

Con: My truck is a stock dodge 4x4. My point being is it is not raised, but higher than typical dodges. I had to buy a front hitch guard because the hitch kept hitting the concrete parking barriers when you park. So if you are going to drive off road, keep in mind this hitch may hit.

If I sold my truck I would want to pull this part off if there was a way to put it on a new truck.

Gary G.

5/29/2021

Works great, holds the winch in place and allows me to pull out cars or trees from easier to reach positions.



by: Ken S04/26/2017
2006DodgeRam Pickup

Easy ordering, quick delivery, relatively simple installation. Took a couple of hours from start to finish and worked perfectly to back my camper/trailer into a tight space.

Ken S.

4/29/2018

Still loving it George, thanks for asking! Recommend it to all who ask about it.



by: Thomas 11/02/2019
1995 Ford F-250 and F-350

Haven't had to use it yet but arrived when expected and easy to assemble and looks very easy to use. Would definitely recommend buying from etrailer.com



by: Todd02/23/2018

Having a front trailer hitch on my truck is great. Now I can pull my camper with the rear hitch & put my bicycle carrier on the front hitch. Have not tried moving my boat or camper with the front hitch yet, but I know it will be great for putting either one in to a tight spot.



by: Jared 06/17/2023
2003 DodgeRam Pickup

Received the item a day before it was scheduled for delivery. Package well and was a good price!
Thanks,
Jared



by: Steven 11/11/2022

It’s a excellent hitch ,Website was easy to order and hitch came in early pkg. of hitch was very good
Hitch fit perfectly
And appreciate the updates on delivery and after delivery follow up
Will def. Be using this company again



by: Gary C11/11/2013

The service I received from etrailer was outstanding; the customer service rep that helped me with my order was super friendly and very helpful with all my questions and concerns and processed my order on the spot. I had my shipping confirmation right after I placed my order and received my hitch in 2 days from start of my order... The only issue I had was from the maker of the hitch I purchased, the wire they give you to fish the bolts was too short from my access point on the frame of the truck but with a little extension added on the wire given to me allowed me to installed the hitch with no problems... etrailer in my book is A+++ and I will buy all my truck and hitch needs from this awesome internet store.. Thank You again etrailer for a super smooth transaction with my purchase.



by: Michael R03/27/2020

Front hitch was fairly easy to install. Instructions easy to follow only complaint was wire for fishing bolts thru frame broke while pulling 2nd bolt thru. Had to make one from wire I had. Hitch works great for my needs.



by: Darrell08/05/2016
2007 Dodge Ram-Pickup

Received my hitch promptly and installation went fairly easy The only problem I had was that the fish wire tool was to short for the front two holes on both sides. I was able to attach a coat hanger to it to extend the reach and complete the job
The video was very helpful in positioning the hitch
All and all I am very pleased with this hitch.



by: Morris R05/04/2013
2004 DodgeRam Pickup

Great company to deal with and the hitch fits perfect as did the last one I bought from etrailer.I mounted this front hitch on my 2004 Dodge Ram 4X4 and it didn't requirer cutting out the center of the spoiler.took about 35 minutes.Delivery was very fast and I am completely satisfied.



by: nate macallister03/20/2014

we hooked it up today thursday march 20 2014. the hitch was very easy to install. we then hooked up a receiver with a winch mounted to it. we then hook the cable from winch to a tree to test the trailer hitch and the winch and receiver all at once it all worked great.can't wait to test it all out four wheeling. my friends will see it soon and they all want the same hook up.



by: James03/18/2013
2006DodgeRam Pickup

I had ordered a similar hitch from Amazon weeks before receiving it damaged three different times. Three is a charm and I started searching elsewhere when I found you guy's, etrailer.com. The product arrived undamaged. Though I've not installed it yet I believe it will be a whole lot easier due to the wonderful installation video you sent me. I will tell you the video was a selling point for me. Thank you for the great service, product and the video.
Jimmy Lane



by: Chris zip 2071506/04/2013
2005 DodgeRam Pickup

Received the hitch very quickly. Installed it in ~45 minutes. Exact fit on my 2005 RAM 1500.

Chris 2.

6/4/2014

Doing fine. No complaints.



by: Rick V.09/24/2012
2004 DodgeRam Pickup

Item is perfect...I installed it by myself in about 45 minutes on my 2004 Dodge Ram...No need to drill holes as they are already there, and didn't need to trim the air dam below :O)...the fish wire was great!!! easier to fish the bolt etc from the mounting holes straight up through the frame than trying to go all the way to the access hole though...



by: stan carlson09/24/2017

i recieved it in a very short shipping time, it was correct hitch,easy installation. great public relations with e trailer. highly recomend this co. and product. thanks



by: Mike W.09/09/2012
2004 DodgeRam Pickup

Very high quality. Very easy to install. Does not take away any ground clearance. On the 2004 Ram, no drilling and no cutting fascia. I will use mine mainly for carrying bicycles while towing our travel trailer.



by: John F11/24/2019

One of the best hitches on the market after 1 year of use still looks like new . I'm am planing on buying another truck and I will be buying from you again. Thank you for such a great product.



by: Rick11/09/2018

The product is great. Unfortunately, one came with my snowsport plow, so I have an extra. I was able to easily install.


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  • Will Detail K2 Snowplow for 2 Hitches Fit Lifted Truck
  • All of the snowplows from Detail K2, including the part #K2AVAL8422 you are looking at, require that the height of the front hitch mount receiver be 13" - 18" from the ground to the bottom of the receiver opening. As long as the front hitch on your K1500 meets that criteria you're good to go!
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  • How to Add Lights to a Detail K2 Snowplow for 2" Hitches
  • In order to add lights to the Detail K2 Snowplow for 2" Hitches part # K2AVAL8422 you'll need a light kit like the Halogen High/Low Beam Light Kit with Turn Signals for Detail K2 Snowplows part # K281488LB2. The light kit comes with lights, brackets, and pigtails. The pigtails will be tied into the factory headlights but you'll indeed need to add relays so you don't overdraw the factory headlight circuits. Unfortunately, we don't have a plug-in relay harness for this so you'll need
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  • Correct Front Mounted Receiver for 2005 Chevy Silverado
  • The # K2AVAL8422 K2 plow attaches to the vehicle using a standard front mounted hitch. The hitch you need will depend on whether your Silverado is a 1500 or a 1500 HD model. The easy way to differentiate between the two is the hubs. The 1500 has 6 bolt hubs while the 1500HD has 8 bolt hubs. If you have the 1500 model, I'd recommend the Curt # 31302. If you have the 1500HD model, use the Curt # 31108. I've linked to installation videos for both hitches mentioned above.
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  • Snow Plow and Mount Recommendation for 1994 Jeep Wrangler 4WD
  • I'd recommend going with a plow mount for your vehicle over a hitch style mount. On some hitch mount setups we've seen the hitch not be as durable as the mounts that mount to the frame and are specifically for plows so that's what I feel is the better solution. The Detail K2 Storm Plow part # K2AVAL8422 that you referenced is a great choice, and then for mounts custom fit to your 1994 Jeep Wrangler we have the part # K284115 which would work great.
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  • Can K2 Detail Avalanche K2AVAL8422 Be Swapped Between 2002 Toyota Tundra and Ford F-350
  • The # K2AVAL8422 plow itself isn't vehicle specific, you can install it on any SUV or light truck that has a front hitch available for it. To install the # K2AVAL8422 on your 2002 Toyota Tundra, you'll need a front mount hitch like # 31180. You will be able to used the plow on both trucks, but unless you want to move all the wiring each time, you'll need an additional winch control box # K2WCB and wireless remote # EWX004-CAD for the second vehicle. If you'd care to reply with the
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  • Recommended Snowplow and Front-Mounted Hitch for 1994 Ford Ranger
  • For your 1994 Ford Ranger I recommend the Detail K2 Avalanche Snowplow # K2AVAL8422 which fits in the Curt Front-Mounted Hitch # C31063 (please keep in mind this hitch will not fit Ranger's with a front cross-member or 2WD models built in Canada). The K2 Avalanche # K2AVAL8422 has a blade which can adjust to be angled to the left or right as well as straight ahead and gets raised or lowered with an electric winch that is operated via remote control so you do not have to leave the cab
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  • Can I Use the DK2 Snow Plow # K2AVAL8422 with a 9-Inch Ground Clearance on My 2016 Toyota Tacoma?
  • I reached out to my contact at DK2, and he confirmed that you will have enough room to install and operate the Detail K2 Snowplow for 2" Hitches # K2AVAL8422 on your 2016 Toyota Tacoma with a 9-inch ground clearance. As far as the assembly, the snow plow does require assembly upon arrival.
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  • How Tight Should Blade Stiffeners Be on Detail K2 Snowplow for 2" Hitches
  • I spoke to Detail K2 about the blade stiffeners on the Detail K2 Snowplow for 2" Hitches part # K2AVAL8422 and they informed me that they don't need to have a lot of pressure applied, they should simply be snugged up and then turned an additional rotation or so for support.
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  • What is the Receiver Height Requirement for a Detail K2 Snow Plow
  • I spoke with my contact at Detail K2 who said that the height of the front hitch receiver on your 2005 Jeep Wrangler needs to be within the range of 13" - 18" which is measured to the bottom of the receiver opening. This is the case for all of their plows, including the Avalanche # K2AVAL8422 that you referenced.
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  • Detail K2 Snowplow for 2" Hitches K2AVAL8422. Will This Work On A Lifted Truck?
  • In order to use the Detail K2 Snowplow # K2AVAL8422, your front hitch must be between 13"-18" from the ground, when measured from the bottom of the receiver opening to the ground. We installed the Curt front hitch # C31018 on a 2012 F250 where everything was stock, and the front hitch was at about 15-1/2". So with a 6" lift and big tires, this snow plow would likely not be effective. You can always measure your hitch to be sure, but your lifted truck will likely not be able to be used
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  • Comparing the Detail K2 Avalanche and Detail K2 Rampage II Snowplows for a Dodge Dakota
  • For a 2000-2004 Dodge Dakota 4x4, I recommend the Detail K2 Avalanche Snowplow part # K2AVAL8422 with the Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 31080 over the Detail K2 Rampage II Snowplow with the Custom Mounting Brackets for Detail K2 Snowplows part # K284134 for two reasons. The first reason is that the Detail K2 Avalanche has a has a much higher winch capacity of 3,000 lbs than the Detail K2 Rampage II which is only rated at 1,500 lbs. The higher rated the winch, the longer
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  • Does Blade Stiffener Have to be Connected for Safe Usage of Detail K2 Hitch Mount Snowplow
  • Good question! The blade stiffeners that come with the Detail K2 Snowplow # K2AVAL8422 don't necessarily have to be used. I reached out to my contact at Detail K2 who said that the only time that those stiffeners really need to be used is if you will be pushing a lot of heavy snow. Otherwise you'll be just fine using it on your 2003 GMC Yukon XL without those connected. The reason why you're having trouble is because those will connect if the receiver is the same height as the crosstube,
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  • Differences Between Detail K2 and Detail K2 Elite Snow Plows For a 2003 Toyota Tacoma
  • Yes, the difference between the Detail K2 Snowplow # K2AVAL8422 and Detail K2 Elite Snowplow # K2AVAL8422ELT is the Elite has the electric actuator over the winch. The Elite also uses a chain connection to the blade while the basic K2 has a strap that is more likely to become damaged. The electric actuator is superior to the winch. It operates faster, smoother and it has a built in clutch that will protect against damage that a winch would cause. The actuator won't be able to lift the blade
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  • Recommended Light Kit for K2 Detail Snow Plow
  • K2 recommends that their # K281488LB2 Halogen High/Low Beam Light Kit with Turn Signals be used with their # K2AVAL8422 Avalanche snowplow. The kit includes the wiring harness, brackets and all necessary installation hardware. I've linked to a product demonstration video featuring the light kit.
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  • Recommended Front Mount Hitch for a 2002 Dodge Ram 1500
  • I do have front mount trailer hitch options for a 2002 Dodge Ram 1500 like the Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 31320 which is what I recommend but none of them mount inside the front bumper like you see on the earlier models. The reduction in ground clearance is very minimal but there is not a workaround for this. For a winch mount, the Bulldog Winch Hitch Mounted Winch Mounting Plate with Handles part # BDW20011 is what I recommend.
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  • Replacement Mounting Hardware Recommendation for Curt Front Hitch
  • Yes, we offer replacement hitch install hardware with the part # RHK. You'd simply need to enter the part number of the hitch you have (31320) and then select Curt as the manufacturer and we'd ship you out the correct hardware.
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  • Front Mount Tow Hitch Receiver for a 2004 Dodge Ram 1500 that Does Not Require Fascia Trimming
  • Curt front mount hitch # 31320 is a confirmed fit for your 2004 Dodge Ram 1500. There is no trimming indicated in the instructions, linked to the right, for a 2004 model, just 2006 and later models. I have included a link to a video showing installation on a 2006 model so you can ignore any trimming parts. Everything else should be exactly the same on your 2004.
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  • Front-Mount Hitch Installation Process on 2004 Dodge Ram 1500 Pickup
  • We offer two brands of 2-inch front-mount hitch for your 2004 Dodge Ram 1500 and both can be seen using the link provided. Curt # 31320 and Draw-Tite # 65033 share a square tube design, 500-lb vertical pull and 9000-lb line pull capacities and no-drilling installation. Neither hitch will require fascia trimming on your Ram 1500; this is required only for the Curt hitch when installed on 2006 and later model years. Both products' instructions are linked as are a video for the Curt hitch
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  • Installing Curt Front Mounted Receiver # 31320 on 2006 Dodge 2500 4x4
  • I spoke with my contact in the engineering department at Curt Manufacturing, who tells me that most, but not all 2006 Ram 2500 models had the access hole in the frame as shown in the instructions. If the front of the frame member allows enough room to pull the bolt and spacer through, you can go that route. Otherwise, you can use a 1-1/4 inch hole saw to make an access hole in the frame as shown in the instructions. I have linked you to the installation instructions as well as to an
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  • Is Front Mount Trailer Hitch for 2007 Dodge Ram Pickup Available That Extends Through Front Bumper
  • We offer one front-mounted trailer hitch for your 2007 Ram 1500. It is the Curt, part # 31320. The installation for this hitch does not go through the bumper as you requested. It does mount with the receiver opening below the bumper. Per the instructions the front fascia or air dam may need to be trimmed to allow clearance for the hitch. I am not aware of any front trailer hitches that install through the bumper as you mentioned.
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  • Using Roadmaster Falcon 2 Towbar with 2005 Dodge Ram 1500 with Front Winch Installed
  • The Curt Front Mount 2-Inch Trailer Hitch Receiver, part # 31320, cannot be used to flat-tow your Ram Pickup. You can flat-tow your vehicle (provided it is not the SRT-10) with base plates, such as the Roadmaster XL Base Plate Kit for 2005 Ram Pickup, part # 260-1. This base plate is compatible with all Roadmaster towbars. Your Ram 1500 should be able to have both the front-mount hitch, # 31320, and the tow bar base plates, # 260-1, installed simultaneously since they mount to different
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  • Which Front Mount Hitch Offers the Most Ground Clearance on a 2004 Dodge Ram 1500
  • They currently only make two custom fit front hitches for your 2004 Dodge Ram 1500. You can choose from either the Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 31320 or the Draw-Tite Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 65033. Out of these two options the Curt Trailer Hitch hang down the least as you can see in the attached photo. Unfortunately, both of the above trailer hitches are made for customers who still have the lower valance which is the reason they sit the way they do.
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  • Is the Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Compatible with Westin E-Series Bull Bar on a 2008 Dodge Ram
  • It is sometimes possible to have both a Bull Bar and a front mount trailer hitch installed at the same time on a vehicle. The problem is that in the majority of vehicles, both parts require at least some of the same mounting locations so they would interfere with one another. What you will need to do is take a look at the isntructions for the front mount hitch that I have linked to see where it mounts and compare that to the mounting locations used by the Bull Bar to determine compatibility.
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  • Front Mount Trailer Hitch Recommendation for a 2008 Dodge Ram 1500
  • The Curt Front Hitch part # 31320 that you referenced has been confirmed as a fit for your 2008 Dodge Ram 1500 so I would recommend it for you. The 2006 Ram in the attached video is the same generation as yours so the install will be the same.
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  • Recommended Front Mount Hitch For A 2006 Dodge Ram 3500 4x4
  • The front mount hitches we have available for your 2006 Dodge Ram 3500 (Curt # C31017 and Draw-Tite # 65046) will both mount under the bumper, which I have examples of in an included picture. With that said, we do not have an option that will mount up at the tow hooks, unfortunately. Both of these hitches are rated to 9,000 pounds of line pull, but the Draw-Tite # 65046 is rated to 500 of tongue/vertical load, which will be higher than the Curt's 350 pound capacity. Between the two,
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  • Is Drilling Safe for Installing Curt Front Hitch on 2007 Dodge Ram 1500
  • The Curt hitch part # 31320 attaches to the frame of your 2007 Dodge Ram 1500. The frame of a vehicle would not be a "crumple zone" and this hitch has been tested on your vehicle to be safe. The front end part of a vehicle that is designed to crumple in accidents is the bumper not the frame.
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  • Front Hitch Recommendation for 2003 Dodge Ram 1500 for SnowSport Plow
  • Snowsport used to test their plows with the Curt front hitches which they'd recommend highly with their kits. So for your 2003 Dodge Ram 1500 the Curt front hitch # 31320 would be your best choice.
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  • Front Mounted Trailer Hitch Receiver Fit on 2006 Dodge Ram 1500
  • There is a front-mounted trailer hitch receiver that fits a 2006 Dodge Ram 1500, though the correct one will simply depend on the cab that you have and the model. I will list out the fits so you can find exactly what you need for your truck. - 2006 Dodge Ram 1500 Mega Cab: Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver # C31017 - 2006 Dodge Ram 1500 Quad Cab and Regular Cab (excluding Sport models): Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver # 31320 I have added links below to the installation
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  • Is Drilling Required to Install Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch # 31320 on a 2008 Dodge Ram
  • According to the installation instructions for Curt Front Mount Hitch, # 31320, which I have linked for you to view, on 2006 and later models, there will be some drilling required to install the hitch. This hitch will fit the 2008 Dodge Ram, excluding the Mega Cab models.
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  • Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver for a 2008 Dodge Ram 3500 Mega Cab
  • We do have a couple of possible options for front mount hitches for your 2008 Dodge Ram 3500 Mega Cab. You can use # 65046. There is some minor drilling required, see instructions, but you will likely not have to do any trimming. I have included a link to the instructions to the right. I have also linked a video showing installation. The other option is # C31017. It will NOT fit Laramie models though. The same drilling and possible trimming applies to this hitch as well since it installs
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  • Width and Bolt Hole Spacing Side to Side for Curt Front Mount Receiver 31320
  • I went out to the warehouse to measure Curt front mount receiver # 31320 for you. The overall width is 35-5/8 inches. The bolt holes side to side are space 33-3/4 inches apart on center. The side brackets where the bolt holes are on the hitch are 2-1/4 inches wide.
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  • Front-Mount Hitch Receiver for Use on 2004 Dodge Ram 2500 Pickup
  • The Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver # 31320 that you referenced is a fit for the Ram 1500 but not the 2500 series. We do offer two options in a front-mount 2-inch hitch for your 2500 that can be seen on the link provided. Both the Draw-Tite # 65046 and the Curt # C31017 will require some trimming of the front air dam as well as some drilling. There is not currently a no-drill/no-trim hitch option for your truck. You might care to refer to the two linked articles and the install
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  • Front Hitch That Fits 2008 Dodge Ram 1500
  • Yes we do have front hitches that fit your 2008 Dodge Ram 1500. We have the part # 31320 which fits regular and quad cab models and the # C31017 which fits the mega cab models.
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  • Recommended Front Mount Trailer Hitch For 2006 Dodge 1500 Ram Laramie Pickup Truck
  • The front hitch you mentioned is the Curt, part # 31320. This hitch has a 2-inch receiver opening and has a 5,000-lb gross trailer weight capacity. Per the installation instructions the fascia needs to be trimmed on 2006 and later trucks. If you plan on using the hitch for a winch I recommend a winch mount like part # C31010. The mounting plate measures 13-inches x 8-1/4 inches. To help deter theft of any accessories you put in the hitch I recommend a locking hitch pin like part
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