Why Do Tow Hooks Need To Be Removed In Order To Install A Front-Mounted Trailer Hitch

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Why do you have to permanently remove the front tow hooks to mount the curt front mount reciever hitch on a 2022 ram 1500 truck?

asked by: Bob H

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Expert Reply:

Hey Bob,

Front mounted hitches, like the Curt # C87FR are going to mount in the same location on the frame rail as the tow hooks so they'll need to be removed in order to install the trailer hitch.

expert reply by: Kevin C

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Bob H.

4/22/2024

I realize the hooks need to be removed for installation of the hitch bracket to be flush with the bottom of the frame rail member. But why can't I use a 5/16" spacer plate [ which is the thickness of the hitch bracket] between the hook base and the frame rail and re-mount the hooks with longer bolts? Yes the hooks will be 5/16" lower in the bumper opening but that is no big deal, considering I will be able to retain the factory hooks.

Kevin C.

4/22/2024

@BobH You'd likely run into fitment issues with the fascia and you'd then be putting more leverage on the hooks than the manufacturer initially intended. I completely understand what you're wanting to do, manufacturers just haven't attempted and tested this yet so if you do it you'd just be liable in the event that anything failed.

Answer 1

There is a front mount hitch for your 2022 Ram 1500 Limited Longhorn that isn't the Classic, but it only fits if you do not have the factory towing hooks. You'll need to the Curt #C87FR to fit your truck.

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Answer 2

No, I am sorry Rick we do not. The only front hitch available for the 2024 Ram 1500 is the Curt item #C87FR and it does not fit the Rebel model because the amount of modification required to get the receiver through the front end.

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Answer 3

The Curt hitch part #C87FR does not fit the Rebel models but we do have the Draw Tite hitch part #65081 that can fit with some modifications. We can't fully endorse it but one guy left us this review: "Was able to have a buddy install this…

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Answer 4

For your 2019 Ram 1500 with the New Body Style I recommend the Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver #C87FR because it features a hidden crosstube for a clean looking install. I was actually speaking with Curt about this fitting with tow hooks the…

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Answer 5

Hello Matt, thanks for reaching out. The correct front hitch for your 2019 Ram 1500 Warlock is the Curt Front Mount Hitch #C87FR. We have confirmed with Curt that this will be correct for the Warlock model. Some trimming of the bumper fascia will be…

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Answer 6

The only front hitch designed to fit your 2021 Ram 1500 Classic Warlock is the Curt #C87FR. It will require you to remove the front tow hooks like you mentioned, but some of the reviews we've received back show some people have been able to get…

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Answer 7

The tow hooks of your 2020 Ram 1500 do need to be permanently removed to install the Curt hitch #C87FR that you referenced. There isn't a similar hitch that would allow the tow hooks to remain.

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Answer 8

I just spoke with my rep at Curt and confirmed that their Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver item #C87FR does fit the Warlock model of your 2021 Ram 1500 Classic. This is going to be the best and only option available for your model of truck. I…

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Answer 9

I am not sure but I think it's probably going to be difficult to cut that square hole accurately and feed the receiver through it while the air dam is installed. The installation process for the Curt Front Mount Hitch item #C87FR is the same on…

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Answer 10

Yes, it will Wayne! The Curt Front Hitch item #C87FR will work with the 2022 Ram 1500 Limited. You are going to need to remove your tow hooks though and you won't be able to reinstall them. I have linked an installation video below so you can see…

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Answer 11

Yes, the Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch #C87FR that you referenced is confirmed to fit and will work perfectly on your 2019 Ram 1500 Tradesman Short Bed without the factory tow hooks. This is a custom hitch that's designed to line up to existing…

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