Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2"
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Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2"
Item # 31604
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CURT Front Receiver Hitch - 31604
- Front Mount Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- CURT
- 9000 lbs Line Pull
- 500 lbs Vert Load
- 2 Inch Hitch
- Square Tube
Easily attach a variety of accessories to the front of your vehicle with this fully welded, corrosion-resistant trailer hitch receiver. Perfect for winches, spare tire carriers and more.
Features:
- Front-mount hitch provides attachment point for hitch-mounted accessories
- Winch, spare tire carrier, snowplow, cargo carrier and more
- No more blindly backing trailer in - just hook it up and drive it forward
- Custom fit is designed specifically for your vehicle
- Precision, robotic welding maximizes strength and improves fit
- Easy, bolt-on installation - no welding required
- Complete hardware kit and installation instructions included
- Lifetime technical support from the experts at etrailer.com
- Gloss black powder coat finish over steel resists corrosion
- Sturdy, square-tube design
- Assembled in USA
Specs:
- Line pull: 9,000 lbs
- Vertical load: 500 lbs
- Gross trailer weight: 5,000 lbs
- Receiver opening: 2" x 2"
- Pin hole diameter: 5/8"
- Limited lifetime warranty
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31604 Curt Front-Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver
Installation Details
This Product Fits The Following Vehicles
- 1994 - 1998 Dodge Ram Pickup
- 2002 - 2002 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 and 3500
- 1999 - 2001 Dodge Ram Pickup excluding Sport models
Customer Satisfaction Score:
98% were satisfied with this product
2% of customers were not satisfied
- Wrong item was ordered
Customer Reviews
Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2" - 31604
Average Customer Rating: 4.6 out of 5 stars (52 Customer Reviews)
Easily attach a variety of accessories to the front of your vehicle with this fully welded, corrosion-resistant trailer hitch receiver. Perfect for winches, spare tire carriers and more.by: J. Leonard09/24/2014
1996 Dodge Ram
I finished installing my new front hitch a few weekends ago. All in all I'm very satisfied with the new hitch, primarily as it solved a long standing problem and the right price. The construction and fit of the hitch is excellent. It does take a bit more than an amateur to install however, so below are my comments with photos attached to help the next guy:
1.) Front bolt - The existing hole on the frame it too small to accept the new bolt. This needs to be drilled out (only with a 90 deg. Drill), or replace the existing bolts in the opposite direction...which is what I did, (photo 3).
2.) Middle bolt - The existing frame hole does not align with the hole on the hitch. You need to dry fit it and mark it and cut an approx. 1/2 - 5/8" chip out of the frame.
3.) Rear bolt - Rear bolt ends up with about a 1/4" gap between the frame and hitch. I shimmed the gap and torqued it snug. There's also no way to install the internal washer, without losing your sanity. I eliminated it and used a vise grip on the bolt end as I tighten the nut. Additionally, you have to remove the bumper kicker brace to install this rear bolt. Once the hitch is up, there is again no way to reinstall that kicker brace without disassembling the whole assembly at the bumper. My problem with that was that my existing bolt were old and rusty and probably won't come off or go back on easily. Instead, I fabricated an extension bracket and reassemble that kicker brace just above the new bolt (photo 2).
- Photo 1: Before install, after removing lower spoiler
- Photo 4: After install, before cutting and reinstalling lower spoiler
by: Josh10/29/2023
2001 2500 sport fit on the frame was perfect with no drilling. Had to notch the cover and metal support at the bottom but would rather that than hang to low.
by: Eric09/03/2020
1999 Dodge Ram Pickup
Perfect fit for my truck and no install problems. I made another great decision on etrailer.com , thanks.
by: Lonnie03/09/2024
Product is excellent very built sturdy wise high quality it was delivered earlier than expected I'm going to mount it today but my winch on it I will update this later with pictures thank you very much
by: Oreste Villafuerte 04/01/2015
1997 Dodge Ram
Thanks for the speed sending the front hitch for
my 1997 dodge ram
It only took you
2 days to get it here
and it took me 30 minutes
To install it.
Thank you Nicole R.
And here is a picture of it already on it
by: Al01/15/2020
Fit was spot on, hardware was quality,
The paint still looks great, I have 10k winch that pins in when I need it
by: William H.07/21/2018
1999 Chevrolet Silverado 3500
Chose this hitch over Draw Tite because I have a Steering Stabilizer plate where the Draw Tite mounts. Curt is good quality and fit but the most tedious hitch I've ever installed and I've done many. Curt video online was helpful. My frame had all the holes in places but the middle ones on both sides were to tight and needed to be drilled larger to allow the bolts attached to the fish wire to pass through. Center bolts and backers are difficult to line up and install. One got stuck and while removing it I lost the backing plate down the frame tube. Bumper bolts need to be removed or loosened and realigned after the hitch is installed. Working alone on the ground it took 2 1/2 hrs to install with some frustration. My truck is a 1999, 3500 4x4 Florida vehicle with NO SEIZED BOLTS, thank God, because 8 had to be removed or loosened. I would have preferred and would have purchased the Draw Tite if not for my special situation but I'm very happy the Curt was available.
by: Joe S.09/12/2014
1999 Dodge Ram Pickup
Priced below MSRP with free shipping. Quality construction, fit well with minor enlarging of frame holes. Corner braces to front bumper would not fit over the hitch, braces were cut and welded 3/4" shorter and all was well. Install took the better part of 3 hours laying on my back in the carport. I bought this to sometimes mount a Warn winch, and move trailers around the yard.
by: Michael T.04/11/2017
1997 Dodge Ram Pickup
I must Highly Recommend etrailer for any Truck or Trailer Hitch Parts that You may ever need. I had to replace a Front Hitch Receiver for My 1997 Dodge Ram Pick Up (Snow Plow Attachment). They not only had the "Lowest" Base Price for the Product over any other On-Line Parts Dealer, but I was also able to obtain "Free Shipping", which was being offered that day. The Combined Savings was $70.00! The Parts Ordering Department was "Extremely Helpful", to not only confirm that I was ordering the correct part, but that it would be shipped the following day! It arrived in a very timely manner & in Perfect Shape. I thank etrailer so very much for their Fantastic Customer Service & for the Cost Savings on this Item.
Have a Blessed Day! Michael T.
by: Morgan02/17/2017
1999 Dodge Ram Pickup
It's a great fit also loved the fish wire it made installation easy.
by: Mathew 05/03/2023
2001 Dodge Ram Pickup
Easy to install in my driveway. I watched a YouTube video for tips to make the install go easy. Etrailer is great to deal with. I wouldn't hesitate to order from them again
by: John A.09/20/2017
1995 Dodge Ram Pickup
Great product, very high quality in fit and finish. Directions could have been a bit more informative. I realized that I should have lined up the back bumper bracket while installing the back bolt as you can't move the bracket into place after the bolt is through. A note on the directions would have saved me a little time and frustration.
Overall an easy installation and a nice product.
Thanks,
John
by: Donald 10/04/2023
1998 Dodge Ram Pickup
Easy install,even on a salty truck.
by: David 10/05/2022
Fit real good. Didn’t drill the holes for the third bolt hole that was not drilled. Real happy the way it fit. Took about 3 1/2 hrs. to install. Helped to jack up front end but not necessary. Also put rear hitch on 2013 CR-V that fit perfect too.
by: Cody10/12/2017
Great product. Which I've used many times to no fault or flaw in any way. Very pleased
by: David12/09/2020
I received the hitch this afternoon, which is one day ahead of schedule. I will attempt to install the hitch tomorrow.
All the necessary parts are in the box.
Too early for additional information as I have yet to install the hitch.
by: Jay M.11/17/2012
2001 Dodge Ram Pickup
The install was straight forward, but I was glad I had a friend to help. Hitch is well made. I am a happy customer.
Jay M.
6/12/2014
All still working just fine. Used the cargo carrier and deadbolt locks this past week.
by: Kenneth03/12/2018
Great product and fast delivery
Kenneth
3/12/2019
Did not fit bc I have sport model
Mike L.
3/12/2019
Per our product fit guide, the # 31604 isn't compatible with the sport model. The Draw-Tite # 65003 [currently on extended back order] is a fit, but you'd need to trim the front fascia for the receiver tube to pass through.
by: Pat05/31/2015
Choose this product due to the fact that it works with steering stabilizer i have installed on my truck. I was happy about that. I did have a small inteference with the bumper probably due to an accident. The instructions could have been better but overall happy with the product.
by: Justin S07/05/2019
Install was easy. The chain hooks were a little on the cheap side. Everything said and done, happy with the purchase.
by: Bob 08/22/2020
1999 Dodge Ram Pickup
Always fast shipping. Hitch fit great. Instructions could be better. Also free shipping & great price as always.
by: gary c.03/02/2017
1995 Chevrolet Silverado 3500
front mount for my 1995 dodge 3500 fit perfect pretty easy to put on best buy ive made in a long time 100%happy thank you gary casey
by: Mark watkins06/29/2017
2001 Dodge Ram Pickup
Does not fit a 2001 dodge ram 2500 5.9l diesel not even close what a waist of time. You need to pick it up ....would like to have one that fit...but u dont have it
by: Michael06/05/2022
2002 Dodge Ram Pickup
Fit like a glove. Very satisfied with etrailer. Will definitely do business with again.
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- Front Hitch and Plow Recommendation for 1994 Dodge RamTypically plow mounts and front hitches install in the same are so they can't both install at the same time. Only solution that allows both is to use a front hitch like the part # 31604 with a hitch mounted plow like the SnowSport K2 # K2AVAL8219. I really like this plow though as it's a very simple but effective setup. No wiring or winch install needed.
view full answer... - Front Hitch and Snow Plow for 1999 Dodge Ram PickupThe Detail K2 Custom Mounting Brackets for Snowplows # K284309 does not have a 2-inch receiver opening for other purposes. This mount kit allows only plow installation. Also, with this kit installed it is not possible to mount a front hitch; my contact at K2 confirmed this for me. But if you were to install a front-mount 2-inch hitch, either Curt # 31604, you could then mount a hitch-type plow such as Detail K2 Avalanche Snowplow # K2AVAL8422.
view full answer... - How Wide Of A Frame Can The Curt 31604 Front Mount Hitch Fit?I measured the width of the Curt front mount hitch # 31604 and it is right at 37" (give or take 1/8"). This is also designed specifically to fit the following vehicles: 1994 to 1998 Dodge Ram Pickup 1999 to 2001 Dodge Ram Pickup excluding the Sport models 2002 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 and 3500
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- Which Front Hitch Receiver for 1997 Ram 2500 to Mount Detail K2 Avalanche Snow PlowYou can use the Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2" # 31604 on your 1997 Dodge Ram 2500 with Extended Cab and long bed, which would give you the front mounted hitch receiver you need to carry the Detail K2 Avalanche Elite Snowplow for 2" Hitches - 84" Wide x 22" Tall # K2AVAL8422ELT. Additionally, you would not need any type of drop adapter for this setup. You could also use the Detail K2 Avalanche Snowplow for 2" Hitches - 84" Wide x 22" Tall # K2AVAL8422, which...
view full answer... - Weight of the Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch ReceiverRandy, the Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver # 31604 weighs 40.531 lbs.
view full answer... - Comparing The Curt # 31604 And Draw-Tite # 65003 Front-Mounted Trailer Hitches Hey Shawn, The dimensional differences between the Curt # 31604 and Draw-Tite # 65003 are so miniscule that there really isn't a better option from this point of view. The pictures are from different trim packages so it can be a bit deceiving on how it will actually fit with the front fascia. Both hitches are using the same mounting location so it's really going to come down to quality. In my experience Curt has been the better option as they're hitches don't tend to get as bent up...
view full answer... - Will the Detail K2 Snowplow # K2AVAL8826ELT Fit on My 2000 Ram 2500? From your recent searches, I believe you are asking about the Detail K2 Elite Snowplow for 2" Hitches - 88" Wide x 26" Tall # K2AVAL8826ELT. This snowplow is confirmed to fit your 2000 Ram 2500 4x4 as long as you do not have the Sport submodel. We unfortunately do not carry any snowplows that work with a Sport. If you need a compatible front hitch receiver for your truck, I recommend the Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2" # 31604. Not only does this hitch come with...
view full answer... - Ground Clearance with a Front Mount Trailer Hitch Installed on a 1994 Dodge Ram 2500Once installed the receiver on front mount trailer hitch # 31604 will be directly below the front bumper on your 1994 Dodge Ram. You cannot modify the hitch to fit in an alternate location because that can compromise the structural integrity of the hitch and it will void the warranty. Since you have already removed the plastic fascia below the hitch, you can measure from the bottom of the bumper down about 2-1/2 inches. This is the approximate location of the bottom of the receiver once...
view full answer... - Will Curt Front Hitch Receiver # 31604 Fit 2001 Dodge Ram 2500 Turbo DieselYes, the Curt Front Mount Hitch # 31604 that you referenced is confirmed to fit and will work perfectly on your 2001 Dodge Ram 2500 Turbo Diesel. The hitch will line right up to existing holes in the frame rails for a no-drill installation. It features a 500 pound vertical load limit and a 9,000 pound line pull capacity. I have attached the written installation instructions below that you can check out as well.
view full answer... - Compatibility of Front Mounted Trailer Hitch and Brush Guard on 1998 Ram PickupThe Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2" # 31604 is not compatible with a brush guard or grill guard. The issue is the mounting location to the frame will be in the same exact place and they can't be "stacked" on top of each other.. The Aries Bull Bar with Removable Skid Plate # AAB35-5000 for example is a great fit for your truck but you can see the mounting locations in the attached installation instructions are identical to the front mounted trailer hitch so you...
view full answer... - Does Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver 31604 Fit A 2002 Dodge Ram 2500/3500 Diesel 4WD?I checked with my contact at Curt and the Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver # 31604 you purchased for your 2002 Dodge Ram 2500/3500 Diesel 4WD is a confirmed fit. It is designed to fit all variations of the 2002 Ram 2500/3500 so rest assured you ordered the correct hitch. I was unable to find such a comment on our website that mentioned this hitch not fitting your truck, so I am not sure why that was said or what the context was. I included a link to the written instructions of...
view full answer... - Will Altering Bumper Allow Curt Front Mount Hitch to Fit 1999 Dodge Ram 2500 Sport Yes, cutting the bumper will allow you to install the Curt # 31604 on your 1999 Dodge Ram 2500 Sport. The bumper is the only difference between this and other models so you will be able to bolt it onto the frame. It won't look pretty, but I'm guessing you aren't worried about the appearance and care more about having the functionality.
view full answer... - Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver Fit For 2001 Dodge Ram 2500There is one front mount trailer hitch receiver that fits your 2001 Dodge Ram 2500, which is from Draw-Tite. The hitch also has excellent weather resistance as it first is dipped in an e-coating for corrosion resistance and is then covered with a black powder coat for both looks and added protection against rust. The correct fit for the Draw-Tite hitch on your '01 Ram 2500 is the following: - Draw-Tite Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver # 65003 I did verify for you with the manufacturer...
view full answer... - How to Determine if Curt Front Hitch Will Interfere with BD Steering Stabilizer on 2001 Ram 3500It is possible that you can install a front mount hitch with the BD steering stabilizer installed on your 2001 Dodge Ram 3500. However, you will need to take a look at the instructions for the hitch, linked for reference, to determine if the mounting locations and location of the hitch will interfere with stabilizer on the truck. The Curt hitch # 31604 was designed for stock trucks so the only way to know for sure, apart from a close examination of the instructions, is to actually try...
view full answer... - Front Hitch Recommendation for a 2001 Dodge RamWe carry a Curt front mount hitch that has been confirmed as a fit for your 2001 Dodge Ram 2500, but the part # C31015 that you referenced only fits new Rams so it would not work for you. Instead you would want the # 31604 as it has been confirmed as a fit for your truck.
view full answer... - Will Curt Front Hitch Fit 1999 Dodge Ram 2500 Diesel The Curt # 31604 fits all models of the 1999 Dodge Ram 2500 with the exception of the Sport. As long as your truck is not the Sport model you will be able to install this on the front.
view full answer... - Front Mounted Winch on a 2001 Dodge Ram 1500I do have an option that will allow you to install the Superwinch X1 Series Winch 1101 in the front of your 2001 Dodge Ram 1500 however, they currently do not have a front bumper mounted winch bracket for your vehicle to my knowledge. Instead I recommend installing a front mounted hitch receiver like the Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver # 31604 in addition to a receiver mounted winch mounting plate like the Bulldog Winch Hitch Mounted Winch Plate part # BDW20061R2.
view full answer... - Recommended Front Hitch For A 1998 Ram 2500The Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch # 31604 is what we recommend for your 1998 Ram 2500. We have checked with Curt and confirmed that it will indeed fit the 1500, 2500 and 3500 models of the '98 Ram. The hitch itself has a 2" receiver and is rated for 500 lbs vertical load or 9,000 lb line pull. It will be a no-drill install, although you will have to trim (or remove) the front air dam. Install instructions are linked below.
view full answer... - Front Mount Hitch for 1999 Dodge Ram With Steering Box StabilizerThe Curt # 31604 might work, though without knowing the exact location of your stabilizer it would be difficult to give you a definitive answer. I have linked the directions of the Curt hitch for you which detail how it is installed and taking a look at these directions should allow you to determine if the stabilizer you have on your '99 Ram will interfere with the hitch.
view full answer... - Front Receiver Hitch Fit for 1999 Dodge Ram DieselThe Curt # 31604 front receiver fits all models of the 1999 Dodge Ram 2500 and 3500, as well as all 1500 models EXCEPT the Sport model so it will work with your Diesel. In most cases, a grille/brush guard will interfere with installing a front receiver as they many times use the same mounting points the hitch does. Without knowing exactly which grille guard you have and exactly how it's mounted I honestly couldn't say if the two would work together but I can link you to the installation...
view full answer... - Will Curt Front Mount Hitch # 31604 Install on a 1996 dodge 2500 Diesel 4x4 with Dana 60 AxlesYes, this Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver, part # 31604, will work on your 1996 Dodge 2500 Diesel 4-wheel drive with Dana 60 front axles. I attached installation instructions for this product below for you to check out also.
view full answer... - Determining If Draw-Tite Front Mount Hitch 65046 Fits 2009 Dodge Ram 2500 W/ Frame Mounted Snow PlowI may have another option for you, but the Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch # 31604 you were looking at only fits select 1994-2002 Dodge Ram Trucks so it will not fit your vehicle. Instead we have the Draw-Tite Front Mount Hitch # 65046 which is a confirmed fit for your 2009 Dodge Ram 2500 4WD, but you will need to see where your Fisher Minute Mount 2 Plow mounts to the frame to see if these parts will interfere or not. The # 65046 installs with one tab on the outside and two bolts on the...
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- Front Mounted Trailer Hitch Compatibility on 1985 Dodge B350 VanThere is not a custom fit trailer hitch for the front of your 1985 Dodge B350 Van. There is also not a hitch that can be mounted to a vehicle bumper safely as they are not rated for load weight. The RV bumpers are sometimes rated for weight so there are the receivers you mentioned, but they are restricted with the tongue weight and are definitely not a fit for your van. When used on the application intended they work well and have warranties for any issues. My recommendation is to...
view full answer... - Front Hitch Recommendation for 2000 Dodge Ram 1500We don't have any concealed front hitches available for your 2000 Dodge Ram 1500. Probably the best option would be the Curt hitch part # 31604 which I attached an install picture for that shows where it will be once installed.
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David
12/10/2021
working in three directions. First as a receiver, second as a winch holder, third as a boat carrier over the cab.