Class V Trailer Hitch that Will Fit a 2008 Dodge Ram 3500 with a Factory Installed Trailer Hitch
Updated 10/15/2012 | Published 10/13/2012
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I have a 2008 Dodge Ram 3500 4X4 DRW Quad Cab 6.7Cummins With the factory trailer hitch. I was wondering if the Curt C15704 Trailer hitch will fit in place of the factory trailer hitch? The foot note said will not fit trucks with factory hitches. I would like to remove the factory hitch and install this one if it will fit.
asked by: Jerry B
Expert Reply:
The OEM hitch on your Ram truck is welded to a cross member located behind the rear bumper. The cross member is an integral part of the vehicle structure and should not be removed, according to Curt.
There are other hitches available that would install below the OEM hitch, as long as the truck has the OEM bumper. The # C15704 you mentioned will not fit in place of or with the factory hitch, but you can use the Curt # C15409. This hitch will fit below the factory hitch and has a 2 inch receiver opening.
You can see an install video and the installation details by clicking on the provided links.
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class V - 2-1/2"
- Trailer Hitch
- For Towing
- Class V
- 2700 lbs TW
- 18000 lbs GTW
- 18000 lbs WD GTW
- 2-1/2 Inch Hitch
- 2700 lbs WD TW
- Visible Cross Tube
- CURT
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