Can a Front Hitch and Grille Guard Be Used Together On A 2017 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off Road

Updated 02/19/2019 | Published 02/17/2019

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Bulldog Winch Trailer Winch - Wire Rope - Roller Fairlead - 4,400 lbs

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Question:

I see where the grill guard and Curt front hitch attach at the same point, Question, Is there a product that implements a grill guard / push bar with a front hitch mount? I cant be alone in this request.

asked by: David

Expert Reply:

I do have both front mount hitch and grille guard options for your 2017 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off Road but as you mentioned they cannot be used together and I am not aware of any grille guards that have an integrated receiver tube. Therefore, you will need to choose between a front mount hitch or grille guard for your Toyota Tacoma. You are correct in that you are not the only one with this request but unfortunately it is just not feasible to combine the two products.

For a front mount trailer hitch, I recommend the Draw-Tite Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 65070 because it has the highest vertical load rating of 500 lbs. This front mount hitch is also a custom fit so no drilling is required. However, the splash guard will need to be trimmed and the skid plate will need to be removed.

For a grille guard, I recommend the Westin Sportsman Grille Guard with Winch Plate part # 40-93885 which has a winch mounting tray built-in that can be used to pull yourself out with a winch like the Bulldog Winch Trailer Winch part # BDW15019. This grille guard is also a custom fit so no drilling is required but you may need to trim the lower bumper valance.

I have attached an install video for the trailer hitch and install photo of the grille guard.

expert reply by: Conner L