Can Factory Hitch of 2017 Ram 1500 Express be Replaced with Aftermarket Hitch

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I have a 2017 ram 1500 express with all the electric and a full bumper from factory. I want to take off the whole assembly and replace with class 3 or 4 can you give me some options please. I wont need any wiring as it has it

asked by: Keven T

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If you sourced a new bumper beam for your 2017 Ram 1500 that didn't have a factory hitch built into it you could then install an aftermarket Class IV hitch like the Draw Tite part # 41948. If that was what you were planning on doing you'd be set.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

To install a Class IV trailer hitch, like the Draw-Tite Ultra Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver #41948, on your 2016 Ram 1500 you will need to have the OEM trailer hitch removed. We do have options like this for 2500 and 3500 pickups but that is for heavy…

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Since sometimes there is confusion between what a hitch and a reciever is I think best option would be for you to take a picture of the rear of your truck so that I can see exactly what's going on. Reciever and hitch are the same thing but…

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I can confirm that your 2019 Ram 1500 Classic Warlock is compatible with the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver #41948. According to Draw-Tite it is compatible with all models of 2019 Ram 1500 Classic. The only thing to note is that it will only fit so…

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The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 7

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 9

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Answer 10

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Answer 11

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Can Factory Hitch of 2017 Ram 1500 Express be Replaced with Aftermarket Hitch

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