Does Curt Hitch # 13542 Require Drilling to Install
Updated 09/04/2025 | Published 08/31/2025
Question:
I bought a Mfr 13542 hitch. The 3/8 bolt will not pass through the square hole with the pulling wire on it. I had to open the square hole to .400 13/64. Of course I had the stack in the channel before finding out, then had to pull it all out to drill the hole larger. You need to correct this or stop advertising, no drilling or welding. - Dave
asked by: Dave D
Expert Reply:
Hey Dave, that's really good info that we appreciate you sharing with us. We can't make Curt change their instructions but posting this on our site will for sure help future people who want to install this hitch.
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- For Towing
- Class III
- 350 lbs TW
- 3500 lbs GTW
- 4000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 400 lbs WD TW
- Concealed Cross Tube
- CURT
more information >
Featured Help Information
Instructions
Continue Researching
- Shop: Trailer Hitch
- Shop: Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Video: Installation Guide for the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver on a 2009 Ford Taurus
- Q&A: Upgrading 4.80-12 Tires On Yacht Club Trailer
- Q&A: Recommended Brake Controller and Wiring for a 2022 Toyota Highlander
- Q&A: Which Pullrite Capture Plate Fits the Rota Flex Pin Box
- Q&A: Hitch Recommendation for a 2008 Ford Taurus X for Towing a Pop Up Camper
- Article: How (and Where) to Connect an RV Propane Grill
- Q&A: Recommended Trailer Hitch Receiver for 2018 Toyota Highlander with Full Size Spare Tire
- Article: Brake Controller 7- and 4-Way Installation Kit (ETBC7)
- Q&A: Choosing a Class III Trailer Hitch for 2015 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited Platinum
- Q&A: Trailer Hitch Recommendation for 2017 Toyota Highlander that Allows Full Sized Spare