Is the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch 45002 the Same as a Tow Beast Hitch for 1996 Ford F-250/F-350

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Does the Tow Beast still exist?

asked by: Roger M

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The spiritual successor to the Tow Beast hitches is the Titan line of hitches. But for a 1996 Ford F-250 or F-350 it is hitch # DT45502.

expert reply by: Michael H

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Answer 1

I went out to measure both Draw-Tite Trailer Hitches, #41904 and #41004. They will not use the same mounting locations. On #41904, the center to center distance between the two closest bolt holes is 4-3/4 inches. Between the center bolt hole and the…

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Answer 2

The Curt Class IV Receiver Hitch #14001 referenced in your question is indeed confirmed to fit your 1993 Ford F-150 Pickup if it has a standard or step bumper. I spoke with my contact at Curt and he stated that the 1993 Ford F-150 did not have a…

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Answer 3

From side to side, the mounting holes measure 31-1/4 inches apart, center to center. All three sets of holes are the same distance apart. From rear to front, beginning at the rear of the vehicle the distance from the first set of holes to the second…

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Answer 4

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 5

There is only one difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13176 and etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98909 that fit your 2020 Chevrolet Colorado, which is the finish. The Curt trailer hitch has a glossy black finish while the etrailer…

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Answer 6

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 7

Lance does have a proprietary plug, but many customers see a standard 6-way or 7-way round and notice it doesn't fit their factory 7-way as well. I've attached an article to help if you have one of the 7-way or 6-way round connectors which we…

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Answer 8

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 9

Class I and Class II hitches both have a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening. The difference is that a Class I hitch has a lower tongue weight rating, usually 200 pounds and a lower towing rating, usually 2,000 pounds. A Class II hitch usually has a tongue…

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Answer 10

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Answer 11

That's a very good question, we tend to be extra cautious and say to use 10 gauge wire because that would be more than enough. When you get into longer trailers that will end up using a lot of wire the heavier gauge wire becomes more necessary.…

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Answer 12

It could be a tow package fuse on the vehicle. Use the owners manual to find the locations of fuses/relays related to the tow package wiring to check them and replace as needed. If the issue is not a fuse or relay then you can test the vehicle side…

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Is the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch 45002 the Same as a Tow Beast Hitch for 1996 Ford F-250/F-350

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