Does EcoHitch Front Hitch For 2018 Ram 3500 Disrupt Air to Intercooler Radiator

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2018 Ram 3500 Diesel. Will this product disrupt airflow to the intercooler radiator? Appears that it fills the opening used for airflow.

asked by: Chris

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Expert Reply:

Nope, the airflow to the intercooler radiator on your 2018 Ram 3500 will not be disrupted when you install the EcoHitch front hitch that fits, which is the following part number:

- EcoHitch Hidden Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver # 306-X7900

expert reply by: Kyle S

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Answer 1

Hi Rick, I’m really glad you sent the photos over because that was the right move before ordering. I can see why you were concerned about clearance with that cooler sitting up front. After looking into it more closely, the EcoHitch part #306-X7900 is…

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Answer 2

At best the Draw-Tite front receiver #65063 would only have a slight effect if any on air flow to the intercooler or radiator on your 2016 Ram 3500 so no worries about overheating. I have linked a video showing an example installation for you. If you…

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Answer 3

The Draw-Tite Front Mount Hitch you referenced, part #65063, does indeed protrude through the bumper. Based on your email stating the use of a winch, and ground clearance concerns, my recommendation would be this hitch. I spoke with my source at…

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Answer 4

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 5

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Answer 6

Yes, it will work. You'll just need to cut the Lance 6-pin connector out and rewire it into the etrailer Trailer Wiring 7-Way Upgrade Kit w/ Junction Box and RV Style Connector item #e99011. Here are the individual functions of that Lance 6-pin:…

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Answer 7

Since the pin weight of your camper is 2.1k, I recommend going with the LoadLifter 5000 opposed to the 7500. While technically there is not reason you couldn't use the 7500 kit, it really is not necessary for a camper like yours. Generally the…

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Answer 8

You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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Answer 9

Hey Jen, thanks for the information! Since your 2016 Ram 2500 has the Ram Boxes, you'll need to have a rotating pin box installed on your 2026 Jayco Eagle HT DDB. The rotating pin box is the only way to tow a 5th wheel trailer and not hit the Ram…

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Answer 10

Hey Dave, welcome back! The only front hitch that fits the diesel models is the EcoHitch Hidden Front Mount Trailer Hitch #EH37FR. Installation will require some trimming. You can see what it's like in the installation video linked further down…

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Answer 11

Hey Chris, Our Fitguide can be a bit confusing sometimes. Essentially the whole category is broken down into whether they fit diesel or non-diesel models. Since the EcoHitch Hidden Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver #EH37FR fits both gas and diesel…

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Answer 12

Hey, Michael! Thanks for reaching out. Yes, we do carry a front mount hitch for your 2025 Ram 2500 diesel. The EcoHitch Hidden Front Mount #EH37FR will fit both diesel and non-diesel models, but it will not fit the Power Wagon models. There’s no…

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