Recommended Front-Mount Hitch for Using Rage Hitch Dirt Bike Carrier on 2017 Ram 2500

Question

Question:

I would like to install a hitch on my front bumper for a small motorcycle 325 pounds. I have a 2017 Ram Megacab SRW with truck camper. I have a Rage aluminum tilting motorcycle carrier. Would you recommend the Curt or the Draw-Tite front mount hitch? Thank you!

asked by: CJ

0

Expert Reply:

Both front-mount hitches we have for your 2017 Ram 3500 Mega Cab, Draw-Tite # 65063 and Curt # C31067, share the same 500-lb vertical load rating (the same as a tongue weight rating) which is downward force on the hitch, so the choice really just depends on whether or not your truck has the factory tow hooks. If so, go for the Draw-Tite # 65063 which is shown in the linked video. If not go for the Curt # C31067.

The hitch's capacity must be enough for the combined weight of the motorcycle itself plus that of the specific hitch carrier you're using.

Trucks that carry a heavy front-end load (like a dirt bike and carrier or a snow plow) often benefit from installation of a set of jounce helper springs. These bolt-on kits stiffen the front suspension to prevent sagging when under load. For a 4WD truck use SuperSprings kit # SSF-302-47 or for a 2WD pickup use kit # SSF-301-47.

expert reply by: Adam R

0

Answer 1

Yes, the EcoHitch Hidden Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver #306-X7900 fits both a 4x2 and a 4x4 2013 Ram 3500 so it will fit your 4x4. Since it fits both we don't have a specification for this product.

view full answer...

Answer 2

I've never heard of an actual third brake light connector on a camper shell to plug in on a truck and we don't carry any parts to do that. The light generally needs to be hardwired into the truck's brake light circuit. The issue with this…

view full answer...

Answer 3

If your current springs have 5 leaves then going to a 7 leaf spring will increase the height of the trailer a little and make the trailer more susceptible to sway. Regarding capacity if you go with springs rated higher than what is required it will…

view full answer...

Answer 4

We do have the Rhino-Rack Masterkey Lock Barrels #RRRK093-2 which will provide you with 2 new lock cores and keys for your Rhino-Rack Zenith MasterFit Rooftop Cargo Box #RRRMFZ66. As far as pricing goes on the different sets they can change based on…

view full answer...

Answer 5

The old version of the #HBA-CAM used 4 wires, but the product was updated awhile back and now uses only two wires as shown in the photo on the product description page. The white wire from the HBA-CAM would tap into the white ground wire and the blue…

view full answer...

Answer 6

If your old axles have a 5 bolt brake flange the assemblies like Dexter Electric Trailer Brake Assembly - 12" - Left Hand - 6,000 lbs part #23-105 or Dexter Electric Trailer Brake Assembly - 12" - Right Hand - 6,000 lbs part #23-106 will…

view full answer...

Answer 7

You will need the Red LED Trailer Clearance or Side Marker Light #328-K-52 or Amber LED Trailer Clearance or Side Marker Light #328-K-51 for your 2018 Forest River Sunseeker motorhome. These lenses have the same Top Command SAE-AP2-16 markings on the…

view full answer...

Answer 8

To tow your trailer that uses an RV style 7-way blade style connector with your semi that has a 7-pin connector, you need to construct an adapter that will also combine the brake signal into the right and left directional signal pins. This can be…

view full answer...

Answer 9

Since you have a wheelbase/axle spacing of 38 inches the correct hanger kit for slipper springs would be the part #HAP-105-205-01. And then for a 7k trailer axle the u-bolt kit you'd want would be the part #APUBR-8. I attached the diagram to use…

view full answer...

Answer 10

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…

view full answer...

Answer 11

Generally speaking, the lube plate will need to cover the skid plate on the 5th wheel hitch. There are some pin boxes out there that will recommend a specific lube plate but most of the times this classification will be from the 5th wheel hitch…

view full answer...

Answer 12

The 18.5x8.5-8 is actually an old tire size that is not used much anymore. The closest metric size to your existing tire would be 215/60-8. Your wheel most likely has a 5-on 4-1/4 inch bolt pattern (see link), you will want to make sure that the bolt…

view full answer...