Comparing the Curt Front Hitch C31018 and Draw-Tite Front Hitch 65049 for a 2012 Ford F-250/350

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Can I cut the hole in the spoiler under the bumper without removing it and slide the hitch into it which would help support it while I bolt in the 65049?

asked by: Kevin

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The installion instructions for the Draw-Tite Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 65049 do not require that the front lower bumper spoiler be removed therefore yes, I believe you can leave it in position while you install the trailer hitch. The process of removing the front lower bumper spoiler was done to give our viewers a better look at what was going on which is why it was removed in the video.

Please note that if you don't want to do any trimming of the front lower bumper spoiler we do have an option for you in the Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C31018. The receiver tube opening on this hitch can be positioned to sit below the front lower bumper spoiler therefore no cutting or trimming is required at all.

The Curt hitch and Draw-Tite hitch are both bolt-on options that install using pre-drilled holes in the frame. I have attached an install video of each option for you as well as a photo of what they will both look like while installed on the vehicle.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Answer 1

Although it mounts to the sides of the front frame members instead of the tow hooks, the EcoHitch #EH59FR front mounted receiver would install so that the receiver tube sits behind the license plate holder. The Curt #C31018 and Draw-Tite #65049 would…

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Answer 2

Hey Michael, that is definitely concerning. If you see a different hole to use to mount it that definitely could be the issue so I would check that out. Otherwise send me a picture and I'll see if I see anything.

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Answer 3

Thanks for the picture! I have a solution for you but it does look like your dual steering stabilizer bars will be in the way for you to mount the Draw-Tite Front Hitch item #65049. Instead you will want to use the EcoHitch Hidden Front Mount Trailer…

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Answer 4

Yes, the Draw-Tite Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2" #65049 is confirmed to fit your 2015 Ford E-450. As you can see in the attached demonstration video, installation is simple and it does not require welding.

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Answer 5

While we don't have replacement parts for a Model 70LP actuator, we do have a great replacement for it. Like the 70LP, these actuators are a fit for a 2" hitch ball, but they just have a slightly larger capacity at 7,500 lbs. You didn't…

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Answer 6

There are plenty of people who have installed the HappiJac Camper Tie-Downs #LC182910-182971 over a bed-liner so you shouldn't have an issue. The only problem you could run into is the thickness of the liner might force you to source longer…

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Answer 7

We have a couple of 4-step scissor stairs you could use. We have a steel model, #SS04, and an aluminum model, #AS04, and both are 18 inches wide. These stairs mount using an included bracket that looks like #AS2002. So they do not pin into place.…

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Comparing the Curt Front Hitch C31018 and Draw-Tite Front Hitch 65049 for a 2012 Ford F-250/350

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