Why are Leaf Spring Brackets Needed for Front Mount Hitch on 2002 Ford Super Duty?
Updated 03/19/2018 | Published 03/16/2018
Question:
I fail to see the purpose of the leaf spring brackets on this mount. Could you explain why this mount is necessary
asked by: Larry
Helpful Expert Reply:
I'd be happy to. As you can see from the cutout I added from the instructions, the leaf spring brackets from the Curt # C31014 are necessary in order to install this front-mounted hitch on your 2002 Ford Super Duty if it has a blocker bar. You can also see from the linked installation video how the hitch installs. It is for trucks that have the blocker bar, which means you will have leaf springs on the front of your truck. If you do not have that on your Super Duty you can use the Draw-Tite # 65022 front-mounted hitch instead. I've linked the installation instructions for both hitches for you to take a look at as well.
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2"
- Front Receiver Hitch
- Completely Hidden
- 500 lbs Vert Load
- CURT
more information >
Featured Help Information
Instructions
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Shop: Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2"
- Video: Review of CURT Front Receiver Hitch - Custom Fit Hitch - C31014
- Q&A: Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver For 2001 Ford F-350 Without Having To Remove Front Bumper
- Q&A: Front Hitch Recommendation for 2003 Ford F-350 That Does Not Hang Below Front Bumper
- Q&A: Front Hitch Recommendation for a 2001 Ford F-250
- Q&A: Does Front Hitch # 65022 Fit with Transmission Cooler of 2000 Ford Super Duty
- Q&A: Recommended Front-Mount Hitch For 2002 Ford F-250
- Shop: Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2"
- Article: Trailer Wiring Diagrams
- Q&A: Installation Time for Blue Ox BX1128 Flat Tow Base Plate Kit for 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee
- Search Results: trailer hitch
- Shop: Trailer Hitch
- Shop: Curt Powered Tail Light Converter with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Video: Firestone Ride-Rite Air Bags with Easy Mount Compressor Feature Breakdown
- Q&A: Firestone Air Bags for 2026 Ford F-350 FX4 Dually
- Shop: Power Mountain Tallboy Off-Road Bottle Jack - 8-1/2" to 37-3/4" Lift - 6 Tons
- Article: Brake Controller 7- and 4-Way Installation Kit (ETBC7)
- Search Results: trailer wiring
- Shop: Trailer Wiring
- Shop: etrailer Anti-Rattle Hitch Collar for 2" Hitch Receivers
- Search Results: trailer tires and wheels
- Article: How to Measure for Trailer Hitch Drop
- Shop: Suspension Enhancement
- Video: B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch Manufacturer Breakdown
- Article: How to Choose the Right Trailer Hitch Class
- Shop: Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller - 7-Way RV and 4-Way Flat - 10 Gauge Wires
- Search Results: trailer jack
- Shop: Brake Controller
- Shop: B&W Turnoverball Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch w/ Custom Installation Kit - 30,000 lbs
- Search Results: trailer hitch ball mount
on Front Receiver Hitch
