Which Front Mount Receiver for 2007 Ram 3500 Will Not Require Bumper Fascia Trimming
Updated 04/06/2015 | Published 04/04/2015
Question:
Looking at the Curt C31017 and DrawTite 65046 it appears that the DT must hang two inches lower than the Curt given that they mount to the same frame member and appear to have about the same offset in the mounting bracket. Is this correct? Also, will the Curt mount to a 2007 3500 SLT 6.7 L Diesel 2WD Quad Cab without excessive trimming of the front air dam?
asked by: Marc G
Expert Reply:
Your perception is correct. The Curt # C31017 would install so that the top of the receiver tube sits about 1.63 inches (about 1-5/8) below the underside of the frame member of the truck. This means that if your truck has the rubber or plastic fascia, you'll need to notch it. This hitch is NOT compatible with Laramie models.
The same dimension for the Draw-Tite # 65046 is 4-1/2 inches, which should place the top of the receiver tube against the underside of the fascia under the bumper, as shown in the diagram and photo I've provided. This hitch is compatible with all models of the 2007 Ram 3500.
I've linked you to a video showing the # 65046 being installed.
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2"
- Front Receiver Hitch
- Visible Cross Tube
- 350 lbs Vert Load
- CURT
more information >
Featured Help Information
Instructions
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Shop: Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2"
- Q&A: Recommended Front Mount Hitch For A 2006 Dodge Ram 3500 4x4
- Search Results: front mount trailer hitch receiver
- Video: Feature Review Phoenix USA Truck or Trailer Underbody Tool Box
- Q&A: Best Option for Front-Mounted Trailer Hitch on 2009 Dodge Ram 2500
- Q&A: Will Front Mount Hitch Install The Same On 2004 Dodge Ram 2500 As On 2007 Dodge Ram Truck
- Q&A: Front Trailer Hitch for 2005 Dodge Ram 2500
- Q&A: Best Clearance Front Mount Hitch for 2005 Ram 1500 4x4
- Search Results: front receiver hitch
- Shop: Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2"
- Shop: EcoHitch Hidden Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2"
- Video: Setting up the Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver on a 2010 Dodge Ram Pickup
- Shop: Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2"
- Q&A: What is the Difference Between a Class II and a Class III Hitch?
- Shop: Curt Powered Tail Light Converter with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Search Results: trailer hitch
- Video: Firestone Ride-Rite Air Bags with Easy Mount Compressor Feature Breakdown
- Article: Brake Controller 7- and 4-Way Installation Kit (ETBC7)
- Article: Trailer Wiring Diagrams
- Shop: etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2"
- Search Results: trailer wiring
- Video: Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness Review C56040
- Shop: Trailer Wiring
- Q&A: What is the Difference Between a 4-Way and 7-Way Trailer Connector
- Shop: Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller - 7-Way RV and 4-Way Flat - 10 Gauge Wires
- Article: How to Choose the Right Trailer Hitch Class
- Search Results: trailer tires and wheels
- Article: How to Measure for Trailer Hitch Drop
- Shop: Brake Controller
- Search Results: trailer hitch ball mount
on Front Receiver Hitch
