Trailer Hitch Receiver With The Most Ground Clearance For 2009 Ford Flex

Updated 05/13/2021 | Published 05/12/2021

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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"

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Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"

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Question:

My Ford dealer recommended a third-party to install a hitch so I contracted with them. I was surprised how visible the hitch was when I picked the Flex up. On the way home, I could hear gravel clunking against it. I remembered my research on your site for a roof rack so I came to you for the answers. Will the Draw-Tite model # 75679 give me an inch more clearance? Do you think that will help in a meaningful way? Is the #13551 more universal- could it be used on a different vehicle?

asked by: Cate

Expert Reply:

Thanks for the picture!

The Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver # 75679 you were looking at will measure 12-3/4" from the ground to the top inside edge of the receiver when installed on your 2009 Ford Flex, so it will give you a little more ground clearance as your current hitch measures 12" based on the picture you provided.

The # 13551 you mentioned is only confirmed to fit the 2009-2019 Ford Flex without dual exhaust, so it is not universal.

I included a video of the # 75679 being installed on a 2009 Ford Flex for you to take a look at.

expert reply by: Samuel C