Does the Skid Plate on a 2018 Toyota 4Runner TRD Need to be Removed to Install a Front Hitch

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Will this hitch mount without having to remove or alter the TRD Pro skid plate on my 2018 Toyota Forerunner TRD Pro model?

asked by: Tom

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The front skid plate you have on your 2018 Toyota 4Runner TRD will need to be removed in order to install a front mount trailer hitch like the Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C31076. This has to do with where the hitch mounts in relation to the skid plate and the lack of space for both to attach. There will be no way to install a front mount hitch on the vehicle without either removing or modifying the skid plate.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Answer 1

We do have a front mounted hitch that fits for your 2018 Toyota 4Runner TRD, the Curt #C31076.

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Answer 2

Completely removing the skid plate on your 2018 Toyota 4Runner to make room for a front mount hitch like the Curt #C31076 that you referenced will be much simpler than just trying to trim the needed areas to allow fitment of the hitch's mounting…

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Answer 3

Yes there is! If you have the SR5 or TRD model 2019 Toyota 4Runner then the Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch #C31076 will work perfectly. If you have the Limited model you can use the Curt #C31054. Both hitches offer a simple bolt-on installation to…

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The Curt Front Hitch #C31076 will install on the front driver and passenger side frame rails. I have linked a picture showing the bolt holes on the passenger side frame rail and it will be the same for the driver's side. I checked and the Curt…

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My recommended front hitch receiver for your 2021 Toyota 4Runner Venture is the Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2", part #C31076.

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I attached a link to this page (down below the product links), that has the instructions for the Curt Front Hitch part #C31076 that you referenced. This is a confirmed fit for your 2017 Toyota 4Runner TRD so it would be a great fit.

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Answer 7

I have a solution for you, but the Draw-Tite is not a confirmed fit on the 2020 Toyota 4Runner TRD models. The good news is that the Curt #C31076 has been confirmed as a fit on the 4Runner TRD Pro models, so you can use that front hitch on your…

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Answer 8

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 9

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 10

Hey Lester, so the Curt Front Hitch #C31076 will be a fit for the 2022 Toyota 4RunnerTRD Off Road Premium. I can't speak on what Amazon says, but I doubt their product information is written by folks who actually know the products. I went ahead…

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Answer 11

Some newer cars, vans and small trucks, especially those with large, aftermarket tires, may require the use of Class S chains. Class S tire chains are designed for use on vehicles with restricted wheel well clearance. I have attached a photo that…

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Answer 12

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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Does the Skid Plate on a 2018 Toyota 4Runner TRD Need to be Removed to Install a Front Hitch

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