Draw-Tite Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2"

by: Michael04/03/2024

It was a bit harder to put on than they show in the video. Did it by myself, everything fit perfect SO OWSOME! I would recommend anybody. Truck or car should add one. Very convenient and can be use for many different purposes.the rack on the back, I now put in the front with generator gas tools and it works as steps. So now I can tow trailer, or jet ski. Having that front hitch is so cool. You could even attach a car whinch in the receiver.1758311

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Got this on my 2006 2500 Ram. I did avoid drilling the holes over 1 inch (suggested in the directions) by loosening the bumper bolts and prying out some brackets in the frame ends temporarily (just to get the bolts fished thru). I pushed the brackets back in after getting the bolts in place (and believe the bumper bolts will squeeze them to hold them), but I did bend some tabs that I can't get back to original.
My bumper bolts on the driver side wouldn't go in far enough (hitting a cooler) to be totally flush for a completely vertical lift into place, so I had to swing it up there first, then do the passenger side.
The first pair of bolt fishing went good, but then I had trouble getting the wires off the bolts (they were tight enough that the more I tried to twist them off, the tighter they gripped it). So instead of them coming off like twisting a nut off, I ended up peeling them off (with the bolts staying stationary and my peeling the wire around them). That slightly bent the wires so they were slightly bigger than the threads and while fishing the second set, the wire didn't stay in the threads and jammed the bolt in the hole a bit (but I still got them in place). So watch how you treat the fishing wires until done.
I already have a winch mounted on a hitch bracket, but may use this for more things besides that.1706202

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by: Russell12/21/2023

It wasn't fun to install by myself, but managed to do it in a few hours. Worked out great so far, I've hauled motorcycles on hitch carrier for about 2k miles so far and had no problems.1704469

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The instructions were good but could be printed larger for those of us with old eyes. The YouTube video was excellent and gave me the confidence to perform the installation myself. This front hitch is just what I needed to use for a canoe carrier over the front of my truck. Thank you.44865

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Pete

11/13/2013

Will this fit a 2008 3500 Dully 4 wheel drive?

Patrick B.

11/14/2013

The Draw-Tite Front Hitch part 65046 will indeed fit your 2008 Ram 3500. We have another front mount that will fit from Curt, part C31017. Those are the two front hitch options for all configurations of the 2008 Dodge Ram 3500.

Appears to be a solid, well made product. Had a slight bend to one of the mounting brackets that looked to have occurred during shipping, easily corrected. All the hardware was included and appears to be sufficiently sized. Included instructions were clear and well written.
The product was actually delivered ahead of scheduled date and the total price was reasonable. Well satisfied thus far.1733048

THE FIRST ONE WAS WRONG. THEY WERE VERY GOOD IN FIXING THE PROBLEM I'm 86 so it took me a little LONGER to install. I LIKE HOW IT LOOKS, WILL NOT USE IT TILL NEXT DEER SEASON. I can put a winch on the front or on the back.1768318

by: Bryan06/22/2021

2004 Ram 2500

I got the hitch for a 2004 dodge 2500. I put it on the front of the truck to haul a motorcycle. It works great and all you can see is the hitch opening. Works great.1071889

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by: JimK08/10/2017

The installation was very straightforward using jack stands and a floor jack. Rather than drill the large hole in the frame per the instructions, I used a cutting torch and elongated an existing hole in the frame so the washer and bolt would just sneak through.

The receiver sits just below the front "air dam" below the bumper. On a 4x4 this is no problem. Check your clearance on a 4x2, you'll lose about three inches of clearance below the air dam.

I'm very pleased with the fit and finish of the hitch. 418434

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The installation was a breeze, the instructions were great. The hitch fit my truck perfectly.1678427

I have an 06 Dodge Ram Mega and product installation was really easy to do. Though I am a savvy "project guy", this was something I had never done before, and good for me as I was able to get a new drill out of the deal from the wife. With the existing upper bolts (18mm) incorporated in the installation, it is a great way to hold the receiver frame in place while drilling the four half-inch holes in the lower truck frame. I gave the two bolts a squirt of never seize overnight and they came off using my long, half-inch drive breaker with an 18 mm socket. With the two bolts off, I added the spacer and hung one side. On the other side, I used a pry bar on the opposite side of the frame (where the two bolts are connected with a flexible strip) to suck the bolt in (after putting on the spacer) long enough to push it up into place. This saved me from having to loosen all four nuts. Next, I used a $44.00 "Unibit" to enlarge the existing holes in the frame to pass the hardware through. After that, I drilled the (4) half-inch holes with the frame in place, passed the hardware through, and tightened everything with the last two nuts being the upper, existing ones (after the receiver was tight to the bottom of the truck frame with (4) bolts). I am certain this new receiver will give me options for carrying my generator, dirt bike, or what have you! Can't wait to get on the road!491589

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by: Kyle03/01/2017

The only reason I didn't give 5 stars is the acces holes they want you to drill in your frame. I didn't drill them, I used a fish tape and pulled thru. Be aware tho some frames have mounting boss supports thru the inside of frame the bolts will get hung up on.
Other then that hitch works great. Two thumbs up. 347351

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Prettt easy to install after watching a you tube video on it. Immediately hooked my winch up to it and pulled an 8k pound rock with it. Receiver hitch held up perfect.1275977

John

3/23/2023

Still holding up great

Directions were exactly what needed to be done, only set back was needing to drill a 1 1/4 inch hole, used a torch because I didn’t have a drill bit big enough, but it needed to be done so not complaining659372

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There were a couple of parts missing. When I contacted them they were very helpful. I received the parts two days later!1602628

by: Barry 03/13/2023

I have had the hitch for over year pushing back my 30' trailer has never been this easy. I am so glad that your company has built one to aid the ease of use.1535483

I received the Erickson Big Bed Load Extender and Draw-Tite Front Mount quickly the people at etrailer kept me in the loop when there was a chance that the Front Mount may be late because the manufacturer had not sent stock. This did not become and issue but they called me ASAP when they knew they did not have stock. Nice Service!!!!!!!!!!!
I do have a suggestion when installing the Draw-Tite Hitch. The directions say to drill or cut a 1 1/4" access hole in the side of the frame rail to have access when installing the 1/2 in bolts and plate. This is not necessary in my 2006 Dodge 2500 truck. Make a 12" snake out of a piece of copper wire from some Romex. Make a loop in the end and after drilling the 1/2" lower mounting holes in the frame, snake the wire thru the 1/2" hole to the front of the frame rail. Attach the wire that is in the kit to the snake wire and pull it thru the front of the rail to the 1/2 in drilled holes.
This procedure makes the installation much easier,saves time and DYI'ers do not have special tools to drill such a large hole.
Hope this tip helps.335314

Craig

1/15/2018

Have been using product to carry Kayaks on front of my truck with a 5th wheel hooked to the back. Nice setup

Very high quality receiver. I would recommend this unit. As with most after market parts a small amount of fab work is required for a clean installation. I am planning on hauling bikes on the front of my 1Ton Dodge Ram with my camper on the back. As strong as this unit appears I would not hesitate to put my 400CC motorcycle on the front also. 431311

Daves

9/11/2018

After a year of hauling bikes, motorcycles and other racks I could not be happier with this product. Yes it does sit a little lower than not having a receiver, I have scraped it a few time. My DRZ400 rides fine and I am not worried it will bend or fall off. I have made over a dozen trips using this hitch.

Very simple to install. But i am a mait mech.
Fit perfect on my dodge 2007 3500 4x4 mega cab diesel.1662738

Nice but needed drilling so required professional install.1647691

by: Lawrence08/09/2023

The hitch sat so low I had to remove it. 1642259

by: John P.06/17/2019

2019 Dodge Ram Pickup

It has been one year since purchase, and I unpacked it and all looks good. I have not installed it, as one year ago I restarted a graduate degree online and that takes most of my time with a full time job. Check back with me January 2020, as I will install most likely over holidays 2019.
Backing short trailers or my boat trailers, cannot see trailer until it is going the wrong way in the door mirrors, in my stock 4x4 2004 Dodge Ram. I want to hook trailers to move them short distances, on my property or a non-crowded boat ramp with front hitch, always wanted to try it. Also will move my dirt bike on front hitch, without dirt bike blocking brake lights as with using rear factory installed hitch and dirt bike carrier. Will use in daytime as now front hitch receiver and dirt bike might block headlights. Check back early 2020 if you want results after I install it and use hardware and instructions. Sorry that in one year no install yet, been busy and really do not/did not need it right now. Thanks.658989

by: Dave02/16/2023

The hitch is suitable, however, it rides too close to the ground. I would not recommend this product.1519195

by: Floyd G01/28/2020

Dodge Ram Pickup

The difficult part was mounting the hitch on the front of Dodge 2500 Ram. Had to remove front bumper and move the A/C coil to access frame to drill holes. Other than that it installed well. I use it to transport my Ebike. I tow a trailer and used to have bike on it, but the roads in CA are atrocious and the bouncing almost caused the bike to come off the rack. It is great to use and it looks as though it came with the truck. However, I can't cover the bike because can't stop air flow to radiator. I covered each critical part of the Ebike with material, so no air restriction to the radiator. 745545

by: Andy02/20/2018

Ford Five Hundred

Works well to move my 24 ft trailer in tight quarters for storage. Tongue weight on the trailer is 750 lbs, so well above the 500 lb limit, but over the last year I have had it, it has held up with no problems. I always use 4wd when using front hitch so no traction issues either.
Install was easy and didn’t require drilling larger holes to get bolts in place as I just removed and replaced the piece in the end of the frame rails to gain access. No sense making holes where they don’t need to be.477338

The hitch is super strong and installs right up close to the factory bumper. All-in-all a great addition to any full-size truck. The only reason for 4 stars is because the hangers that bolt to the frame were bent inward somewhere along the way so they wouldn't span the frame rails. I put some cardboard on them and went to town with a hammer and then install was a breeze.1420388