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

I installed this myself with no help and I'm rapidly approaching 70. All the parts were included. Yes, it took me a bit longer, and, yes, it wasn't fun laying on the ground or getting up and down from such positions.
The hitch works as it should. Some of the bolts were a bit inaccessible for my torque wrench with the various extensions I own but I'm sure they're very tight. It works great with my snow plow. Sorry, but I have not taken any photos.1726249

Overall everything went well. The box arrived with a few holes in it, but the hitch and all bolts were there and just a couple of minor scratches. Installation was pretty much straight forward, a little more difficult on the ground as opposed to doing it from a lift but that is generally accepted by do it yourselfers. Tool list is more extensive if you torque the bolts properly, for instance you will need a crows foot that fits your torque wrench as you can’t get a socket on a couple of the bolts. I’m a tool crazy person so that is no problem for me! I preferred the Draw-tire brand as I could put the rock and gravel Shield back on my 2010 Toyota Tacoma. Looks good fits great and etrailer.com did a great job of delivering the product at a good price. Thanks etailer.com!1422341

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by: Mic11/04/2022

Easy to install (On my Tacoma) and is sturdy. Just a thought to anyone who installs this, spray it with something like spray rubber or paint to help with corrosion. The bolts and nuts themselves started to show rust almost after the first use. And if you live in the RUST BELT like me, its gonna get hit with alot of salt, so best protect that investment!1462708

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Product was as advertised, Excellent. It was delivered without all the proper hardware. I was missing 4 lock washers and 10 nuts, luckily I have a good store close. I have a 2017 Toyota Tacoma. Install of the drivers side bracket was easy. Passenger side bracket rear bolt was tricky due to brake lines but a little bend did the trick. Hole alignment was spot on.......don't tighten anything until fully mounted.....and then do it in the order in which the directions state. It did take me longer then anticipated but it was well worth the wait, I couldn't be happier!!!!!!!! Now to make adjustments to the surf fishing rack. 494908

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Just arrived today and couldn’t wait to install it on my 2007 Tacoma. Within the hour of the UPS man handing me the box I was grabbing tools and loosening the nuts on the skid plate shroud (4 12mm bolts) and the “strap box” thing held on by a 17mm bolt and I’m ready to install. The two mounting plates went on easily, next the middle hitch and the lower bolts that secure to where the “strap box” once was and That was it!! Any knuckle dragger could install this hitch with ease. I bought this hitch so I could haul my motorcycle in front while pulling my trailer. Love it!! 704598

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by: Andrew06/28/2018

2015ToyotaTacoma

Excellent hitch. Looks great on my truck. Easy to install. Fits perfect. Great price.
Needed to be able to have more maneuverability in getting my boat into my backyard. This front hitch does the trick.527719

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The hardware is cheese. Stamped with grade 5, I would rather see grade 8 bolts, one snapped on me. My only problem is the hardware is cheesy, cheap . Grade 8 would be nice. I would rather see rust than know my bolts can snap at any time.1671285

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Jenny N.

9/25/2023

I will have our Customer Service team reach out to you.

The hitch is nice and looks good. For you "Real Off roaders" look at one of the $500 versions that put it above the bumper. It dose affect your approach angle. but I wanted it to mount a cooler on the front when towing our camper. Going to work out fine. Like many others have said it was missing hardware. 10 bolts and 4 lock washers to be exact. The bag was intact with no rips. Guess it's my own fault but I didn't realize it till I was most of the way done with installation. Called and they got new parts on the way but said that it would be 5 to 7 days. One trip to Lowe's and got it installed 30 minutes later. $3.50 to get it installed that day was worth it. Fast delivery to. And they were on it to make sure all was good. Thank you just hire some one who can count to put hardware together. Lol690814

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What a great product. As with anything that I order I always look at the welds and Howard has put together to make sure there is nothing obviously wrong. This product was built incredibly well! I did get all the bolts out ahead of time and all the hardware was there. Putting this product on was very easy I timed it and it only took 45 minutes with hand tools.I like the fact that on the draw tite you can continue to use your front skid plate. Now that I have Brad enough about the product and installation let’s talk about the customer service. The customer service was as good or better than the product. I talked to Kyle and within 10 minutes I had my product on order. He also told me that they guaranteed the best price. I did find one while I was at work yesterday for $20 cheaper but for the quality of the customer service I would feel embarrassed calling for $20 back for how they treated me. Definitely get one of these if you have a Tacoma. And did I mention that it arrived at the house less than 48 hours after I ordered it!1283039

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I was nervous about buying this or any other product like it without a pro mechanic to help. I read the reviews and decided to go for it. It was easier to install than I could have imagined and did it myself. You'll need a socket set and wrench set. The product lined up perfectly with my 2010 tacoma. Absolutely no issue!1696485

The hitch fits perfectly for my 2018 Tacoma. Had to trim some stuff as stated in directions.
The problem I had was I didn’t check hardware and make sure it was all there before taking apart my truck.
So I ended up buying nuts and lock washers at the local Home Depot.
Worked like a charm and from there out everything went smoothly
It did take longer then 35 minuets but I was installing it on the ground so it took about 2 hrs with a friend.
Would recommend this to anyone looking to put a hitch on.
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This was fairly simple to install, once I figured out what in the world I was doing. The instructions are great, if you already know the names of the parts they're referring to. I'm not mechanically inclined and it took me approx 2 hrs to install. Thankfully I still have a 75ftlb torque wrench.
My only beef is that for a 2016 Tacoma (TRD Sport), the lower air dam needs remove for installation, and it doesn't get reinstalled.
Other than that, installation's a breeze, and this sucker is heavy duty. If I ever need any parts like this, or anything related to automotive or trailer stuff, I'm coming to this website FIRST.336415

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This is a wonderful product and has made trailer positioning a snap. I can now maneuver my boat / utility trailer up a very narrow drive without going into the yard. The only downside was the unit did not come with all the hardware to install. etrailer sent me the missing hardware very quickly. Be prepared to make cuts to the air dam if so equipped. A torque wrench is required to install along with socket and open end wrenches.640513

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by: Bob F02/01/2021

Product fit and finish were remarkably good. Mounting was a breeze with zero issues. Worked well in conjunction with my matching rear receiver. Easily transported my 16ft kayak from coast to coast. Would highly recommend this product to anymore looking for a front mount receiver.949204

Bob F.

2/2/2022

Great. The finish is as fresh looking as the day it was installed and Ive driven the truck clear across the country and back.

Its a very well built hitch. Easy to install it took me 45 minutes and I’m no professional. Only reason I’m not going to give it to 5 stars is the included hardware was not all there. Not a big deal a quick trip to the hardware store and a couple extra bucks. 639471

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Installation on 2005 Tacoma when well with no issues. Box was missing a few parts (nuts & washers) due to a damaged box but etrailer took care of that.418627

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This receiver mount arrived as expected, and I had it installed by a pair of experienced mechanics, took about half an hour. Everything fit as needed and will be available to move my trailers for the life of my truck. No exposed welds were found and the paint coating is very thick. I am very satisfied and would recommend the product and etrailer.1290120

by: John01/11/2018

ToyotaTacoma

I installed this hitch on my Tacoma as a recovery item when driving very narrow mountain roads. That is, as an attachment point for me to be towed out, or as an attachment to pull others backwards out of a jam. As luck would have it, I have yet to use it for this purpose. It bolted on straight out of the box, and is solid & secure. I get a lot of comments on its purpose and got a lot of people thinking how useful it could be. I consider it to be a very good purchase. (Hopefully not needing it any time soon!)466636

John

1/11/2019

Year later still getting good comments on the install. Amazing thingit is isnt rusting or otherwise needing attention. Remains a good buy.

As always great price, great service ,and great products .excellent customer service and tracking408230

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etrailer was great - fast delivery and excellent service. Now for the product. Installation instructions are poor and the tool list is incorrect. Nevertheless, the installation is straight forward and you really do not need the instructions. The manufacturer shorted me several bolts, nuts, and washers. Had to make a trip to the hardware store to install. Fortunately, bolt size was common. Not what I expected from Draw-Tite.574042

Joe

10/14/2019

No problems

Installed myself in about an hour or so….not too difficult.
Make sure you get the dried up mud out of your wheel Wells before you start the install!1200420

Lance S.

11/12/2022

Excellent!

Hitch just installed. 489465

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The installation was one of the easiest tasks I have ever done on a vehicle. Instructions were precise and simple to follow. The Draw-Tite hitch receiver fit my Tacoma perfectly. I am very pleased (again!) with my etrailer purchase.242726

Steven S.

4/2/2017

After one year, it still looks new!

The draw-tite front hitch fit great. The pictures on the directions could have been a little better. I called Katie and she was great. I am using it for a snow plow hookup.

Thanks,
Jim392041

Jim W.

6/12/2018

It has been working great.