Recommended Factory Replacement Hitch for a 2000 Ford Excursion
Updated 09/25/2025 | Published 09/24/2025
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Question:
2000 Ford Excursion with towing package. The current Ford hitch has an electrical connection in a steel frame to the left of the hitch. I don't see that on the CURT 14011 Class 4 Trailer Hitch. Do I have to remove the current electrical connection and reinstall on the Curt?
asked by: Jim W
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Expert Reply:
Thanks for the picture Jim! Yes, you'll definitely need to remove that 7-way and reinstall it. The Curt Hitch item # C14011 is custom fit for a 2000 Ford Excursion and it does not have any pre-drilled holes or slots to attach the 7-way.
We did have a customer attach the factory 7-way to the Curt Hitch item # C14011. I have included the picture they sent in below.
Why are you wanting to replace the factory hitch? You can add this information and any other questions you have where it says Reply to Jerred H and I'll be happy to answer them.
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TorkLift SuperHitch Original Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class V - Dual 2" Receivers
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- Class V
- 1700 lbs TW
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- 2 Inch Hitch
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Jim W.
9/25/2025
Thanks for the reply and the picture. I'll send it to our installer. I want to replace the hitch as the bolt hole in the hitch has elongated 1/8" and I am concerned about the possiblity of it failing.