Is Drilling or Lowering Exhaust Required to Install a Curt Trailer Hitch on a 1998 Volvo S70
Updated 12/13/2016 | Published 12/12/2016
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Some reviewers say they didnt have to lower the muffler or drill. Is this true with a 98 Volvo S70?
asked by: Mike
Expert Reply:
Curt does not specify which vehicle models require drilling or temporarily lowering the exhaust when installing hitch # C12211. It would appear that the 2000 Volvo XC70 does not require lowering the muffler but no work on drilling. I assume on some 1998 models drilling is not required. The bottom line is that you won't know for sure until it is time to install the hitch. I have linked the instructions for you.
If you are going to use a hitch for a bike rack or cargo carrier then I recommend Draw-Tite hitch # 36262. The reason for this is that Curt requires the use of stabilization strap # 18050 when using their hitch with a bike rack or cargo carrier per their warranty requirements. Draw-Tite does not have that requirement so you would not have to worry about using a strap.
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class II - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
- For Towing
- Class II
- 300 lbs TW
- 3500 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Concealed Cross Tube
- CURT
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