Can Curt Trailer Hitch Be Modified to Make Receiver More Hidden on Vehicle
Published 10/04/2018
Question:
Why can’t this hitch be modified into a hidden hitch by making the receiver vertical rather than horizontal? RSVP please
asked by: Richard
Expert Reply:
The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C12185 referenced in your question is designed to mount to a vehicle using existing holes in its frame. The hitch cannot be modified in any way so that the receiver is vertical as this is simply not how it was tested and rated. Any modifications to a hitch like this would void the manufacturer's warranty and likely negatively affect its performance and durability.
If you can tell me the year, make, and model of your vehicle I will be happy to make a recommendation for the hitch that has the most hidden design when installed. This particular Curt hitch is a fit for the 2016-2018 Chevy Malibu and the 2018-2019 Buick Regal Sportback.
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class II - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
- For Towing
- Class II
- 350 lbs TW
- 3500 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Visible Cross Tube
- CURT
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