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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"

Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"

Item # 13842
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This fully welded trailer hitch receiver bolts onto your vehicle's frame with no welding required. Powder coated steel is sturdy and corrosion resistant. Great Prices for the best trailer hitch from CURT. Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" part number 13842 can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.
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CURT Trailer Hitch - 13842

  • Class III
  • 2 Inch Hitch
  • 5000 lbs GTW
  • Concealed Cross Tube
  • CURT
  • 500 lbs TW
  • 6000 lbs WD GTW
  • 600 lbs WD TW
  • Custom Fit Hitch

This fully welded trailer hitch receiver bolts onto your vehicle's frame with no welding required. Powder coated steel is sturdy and corrosion resistant.


Features:

  • Custom fit is designed specifically for your vehicle
  • Precision, robotic welding maximizes strength and improves fit
  • 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 protective base coat offers superior rust resistance
  • Sturdy, square-tube design
  • Ball mount, pin and clip sold separately
  • Hitch assembled in the USA, bolts overseas


Specs:

  • Receiver opening: 2" x 2"
  • Rating: Class III
    • Maximum gross trailer weight: 5,000 lbs
      • Maximum GTW when used with weight distribution: 6,000 lbs
    • Maximum tongue weight: 500 lbs
      • Maximum TW when used with weight distribution: 600 lbs
  • Limited lifetime warranty


etrailer.com Technical Support

At etrailer.com we're committed to the products we sell, and to our customers. Our experienced and knowledgeable staff are available via both phone and email to address your questions and concerns for the lifetime of your hitch. The technicians at etrailer perform hitch installations on a daily basis, making them a valuable resource for do-it-yourselfers. The one-on-one, personal service you'll receive comes straight from an expert in the towing and automotive field. We've installed it, we've wired it and we've towed with it, so whatever your question, we can answer it.



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Customer Reviews

Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" - 13842

Average Customer Rating:  4.8 out of 5 stars   (29 Customer Reviews)

This fully welded trailer hitch receiver bolts onto your vehicle's frame with no welding required. Powder coated steel is sturdy and corrosion resistant.

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Product is fine. Hardware kit included was not for this model hitch.

Edward

2/27/2023

The hitch is working fine. I’m hauling a 17.5 foot fishing boat with my 2004 Frontier.



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2004 Nissan Frontier

Easy installation with my sons help.



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UPS dropped the ball and the hitch was not delivered on time, but that was not e trailers fault. their part was excellent.
When I went to install the hitch I found that there was welding slag in two of the nuts on one of the nut bars. I had to punch the the slag out and re-tap the nuts. The right side went well, but the left side holes didn't line up. I was able to line them up using 2 C clamps. Then I had to shim my tail pipe down to keep it from hitting the hitch. In all a 30 min job took about an hour.
Finally the hitch looks and works great. I would recommend e trailer for your needs.
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Scott P.

6/24/2015

Hitch looks and works great..I fully recommend this product.



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2003 Nissan Frontier

This hitch fit! Had to line it up with a bit of muscle power, but it is exactly designed for my 2003 Nissan 4 door long bed. Had to cut the end off my existing threaded ball hitch on the bumper because it got in the way of the 2" hitch box when trying to put it in place, but once we did that, pretty smooth sailing. e-trailer failed to send me one nut, but we had another that worked on hand. For the record, two middle aged women, who had never installed a hitch, installed this. We got it on and bolted up, then took it to the neighbor, who is a mechanic and he used his torque wrench on it. He said it was a sweet hitch and surprised at the value (price).

Cj

2/13/2015

Go you! Thx for the review. Signed, another near middle aged woman, who wants one of these. :



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2003 Nissan Frontier

This class III receiver made it to my door in 2 biz days...awesome fast free UPS delivery. It took me about 45 mins to install by myself, would have gone quicker with a helper. A decent tool kit made the install job go smoothly: sockets, extensions, torque wrench and ratchets. Instructions for this no-drill kit were clear, as are the various videos I watched on this site. No pix to share now...it started raining as I was putting away tools. The wiring kit is a project for another day. I appreciate the follow-up emails from etrailer folks too. Thank you for quick courteous service.



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Installation took less then 20 minutes by myself. No power tooled needed, basic wrenches and ratchets/socks are all that are needed. Lock tight isn't mandatory but something as important as a hitch, why not just put some on, it takes maybe an extra .2 seconds per bolt. The harness that was also purchased was literally a 1 minute install, super easy and great.



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2004 Nissan Frontier

Great sturdy hitch. A little difficult and time consuming to install but look for posted videos and that should give you the information you need to get it done properly.



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2015 Nissan Frontier

etrailer.com had exactly what I needed . Great transaction & fast shipping .

I have a 2004 Nissan Frontier , 4dr , long bed & ( 13842 ) was a perfect fit . Out of the box & on the truck in 15 minutes with air tools .



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2004 Nissan Frontier

Product is solid. All components provided and delivery was prompt. The box was beaten up but considering that the steel weighs a lot and the poor postal workers must have been struggling to get it to us, not any damage. One bolt hole was off by a fraction but I am very happy with the quality and function of this sturdy hitch.



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Product fit perfectly and has performed falsely. Could not ask for any better results with the purchase of the performance of the hitch.



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2003 Nissan Frontier

This is very durable and well made. It was delivered to me about 4:15 on Thursday evening.Mind you I am 70 years old and don't move as quickly as I use to, but I had it installed with light connections and all by about 6 pm. It was very easy to install great instructions came with it. The hardest thing I ran into was lifting it up to start the bolts and after I got the first two bolts started ( as directed in the instructions) it was a piece of cake.
I would recommend this to anyone and you don't have to be a certified mechanic or even close to being a genius to install it your self. Don't have a picture to include with my review but hope you get the picture from my description.
Thanks Henry



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2004 Nissan Frontier

I receive my product and it fit my 2004 Nissan Frontier perfectly. Rose G has been very helpful with ordering. Thank you Etrailer.

Kit P



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Well made great product...had for a year now well worth the money...hauling trailer with quads upstate, or hauling construction trash with no worries at all. Very strong well made product



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2004 Nissan Frontier

Easy installation everything lined perfectly , fast shipping, anyone that needs a trailer hitch should check these guys out.



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Although it took over three weeks for delivery I received it today and had it installed and under 40 minutes and ready to use.



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2004 Nissan Frontier

Very nice quality, bolted right on and possible to do for one person.
The 7/16 flat washers were too big

Shipping was quick.

Thanks



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Nissan Frontier

I recently ordered my hitch for my Nissan frontier I couldn't be happier with It it bolted right in they didn't need to thrill anYthing everything fit perfect And placing the order over the phone was the easiest thing I've ever order on the phone the guy that helped me was very helpful



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2004 Nissan Frontier

Wow! Easy to install, fit perfect. Excellent build quality and precision alignment of the bolt holes etc. Great quality of bolts and washers.



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Delivered promptly, installed hitch and wiring in less than 20 min. I would recommend etrailer



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Very easy to put on, no drilling required, bolted right up! Will be pulling a 18’ tri- Hull and jet skis.



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Recieved items 3 days after I ordered them and installed the hitch in less than 30 minutes.



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Easy to install - very strong. A perfect fit and no drilling!



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Easy to install



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2003 Nissan Frontier

great hitch. bolted right in. removing the bumper, for painting, made this a very easy job



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2004 Nissan Frontier


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See what our Experts say about this CURT Trailer Hitch

  • Will CURT Trailer Hitch # 13842 Fit My 2004 Nissan Frontier 4-Door Long Bed
    Yes, the item you selected, CURT Trailer Hitch, part # 13842, is designed specifically and will fit your 2004 Nissan Frontier 4-door long bed. To complete your towing setup, you may be need the following items: Convert-A-Ball Ball Mount, part # AMSC2 Hopkins Wiring, part # 33515 1-7/8 Inch Hitch Ball, part # 19260 2 Inch Hitch Ball, part # 19247 Pin and Clip, part # PC3 I have linked an FAQ on trailer hitch installation tips. I have also linked a video installation of a hitch on a 2-door...
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  • Which Curt Hitch Fits 2004 Nissan Frontier
    We do have Curt hitches that fit your 2004 Nissan Frontier but the 13900 is not one of them. Instead you'd want the # 13841 for if you have a short bed or the # 13842 for if you have a long bed. I confirmed with Curt these fit your truck and do not require any drilling.
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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch For 2003 Nissan Frontier Desert Runner
    We have a few trailer hitches that will work for your 2003 Nissan Frontier Desert Runner. From my research I found that the Desert runner is a King Cab with a short bed. If your truck is a different model just let me know and I will make recommendations that will work for you. For a King Cab I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch, part # 13831. This is a Class lll hitch and has a 2 inch receiver opening. I have attached a link to an installation video you can check out. If you have the Crew...
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  • Recommended Class III Hitch And Wiring For A 2004 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab Long Bed
    If you are looking for a hitch that requires no drilling to mount, you will want the American made Curt # 13842. This will line up with the existing holes in the truck's frame and will be a quick and easy install. Though you will need to confirm the towing capacities of your truck, this hitch is rated up to 5,000 pounds towing and 500 pounds of tongue weight. This increases to 6,000 pounds and 600 pounds respectively when weight distribution is used. The Tekonsha T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness...
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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch Compatible with 2004 Nissan Frontier King Cab for Most Hidden Look
    We do not currently have an option for your 2004 Nissan Frontier that does not hang below the bumper. For the most clearance, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" # 13842. For your trailer wiring, I recommend the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # 118362. This custom-fit T-One connector plugs into your Nissan Frontier's wiring harness, which is located at the rear, near the passenger's-side frame rail. I recommend the...
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  • Torque Specs for Curt Trailer Hitch 13842 on a 2004 Nissan Frontier
    I am going to defer to the instructions, linked to the right, which have the most up to date torque specs for trailer hitch # 13842. If you are looking at buying a torque wrench just for the hitch installation you might want to hold off. Most auto parts stores will loan out tools and you may be able to get the proper rated wrench that way. If so you wouldn't have to buy a torque wrench just for this one installation.
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  • Trailer Hitch Recommendation for a 2002 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab Long Bed
    Curt trailer hitch # 13842 does NOT fit the 2002 Nissan Frontier long bed according to Curt. However we do have a hitch that fits all models of the 2002 Nissan Frontier, long or short bed, 2 or 4 door. Take a look at Draw-Tite trailer hitch # 75186. This hitch will fit your truck. If you plan on doing some towing I recommend etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts, 2 balls, a hitch pin and clip, and a storage bag. For trailer wiring I recommend # 118362. I have included...
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  • Can Front Mount Hitch Also Be Installed at the Rear on 2004 Nissan Frontier
    There actually is not a front mount hitch available that is designed to fit your 2004 Nissan Frontier. The Draw-Tite Front Hitch # 65082 that you referenced is designed for the 2019 Chevy Silverado and it will not fit the frame of your Frontier. Because these are custom hitches they are designed to line up to existing holes in a vehicle's frame (along with making sure they fit under the bumper, avoid factory components, etc) so even if there was a front hitch available for your truck...
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  • Trailer Hitch Recommendation for a 2004 Nissan Frontier XE King Cab
    Yes, the Curt hitch part # 13842 has been confirmed as a fit for your 2004 Nissan Frontier King Cab with a long bed so it would work well for you. If you wanted to do some towing you might be interested in etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts; one with a 3/4 inch rise or 2 inch drop and one with a 2-3/4 inch rise or 4 inch drop. It also includes a 1-7/8 inch ball, 2 inch ball, hitch pin with clip, and a storage bag. If the ball mount kit does not include a ball...
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  • Difference Between Curt # 13842 and Curt # 13831 for a 2004 Nissan Frontier King Cab
    Basically the difference between the two is the tabs like you mentioned and they fit the following vehicles: Curt # 13842 2003 - 2004 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab with Long Bed 2003 - 2004 Nissan Frontier King Cab Curt # 13831 2000 - 2004 Nissan Frontier King Cab 2000 - 2001 Nissan Frontier Regular Cab Since they are both confirmed to fit your 2004 Nissan Frontier King Cab and they have the same specs it is really up to you as to which one you would like to install. We did have a chance...
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