Hitch Needed for 2004 Ford Cut-Away Van Chassis

Updated 08/29/2013 | Published 08/28/2013

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Question:

I cant seem to find a hitch for my 2004 e-350 cutaway van. Its a dually and the frame has bolt hole pre-drilled. The bolt holes are about 38 1/2 inches apart from left to right. It also has a step bumper so the receiver tube needs to have a 3inch from the frame. Can you help? Thank You

asked by: Jim H

Expert Reply:

The three inch drop needed is going to be the problem. All the hitches we offer for the 2004 Ford Van have a 2 inch drop, so unfortunately your bumper would be in the way.

Your best bet would be to either have a hitch fabricated or to have some fab work done to the underside of the frame to add 1 inch of drop so a hitch like the 14053 you referenced could be used. You, or your welder would be on their own to do the engineering work to ensure a Class IV weight capacity.

If a Class III with a 3500 lb towing, 350 lb tongue weight capacity would work for you, you could use the Curt Adjustable Width Hitch, part # 13703. This hitch has a 3 inch drop that would clear your bumper.

expert reply by: Mike L