Comparing Draw-Tite and Curt Front Mount Locations for a 2018 Ford F-150 XLT

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Hi, I would like to know which of the Front mount hitches for the 2018 F-150 XLT 3.5Eco, Supercrew, 4x4 5.5foot bed result in the highest receiver mounting location understanding the air dam/fascia will probably lower. Considering the Draw-tite 65067 and the Curt C31083 Thanks!

asked by: Ken A

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Helpful Expert Reply:

I went out to the warehouse and found that the Draw-Tite # 65067 and the Curt # C31083 will actually sit in pretty much the same place. The Curt will sit maybe 1/8" higher than the Draw-Tite.

Installation instructions for both front mount hitches are linked for you to reference.

expert reply by: Jon G

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Answer 1

The Draw Tite Front Hitch part #65067 does fit with the auto deploying air dam of your 2021 Ford F-150.

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Answer 2

The good news is that neither the Curt #C31083 or the Draw-Tite #65067 front mount trailer hitches will reduce the ground clearance on your 2018 Ford F-150. If you want a receiver that sits above the lowest piece of fascia then the Curt requires…

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Answer 3

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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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The 2" receiver for the EcoHitch item #EH87SR sticks out right through the middle of the air dam. I have attached a picture below that will show you what this front hitch looks like once installed. The EcoHitch Hidden Front Mount Trailer Hitch…

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Answer 7

The placement of the EcoHitch Hidden Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver #EH37FR will not restrict air flow into your intercooler or void your warranty on your 2022 Ram 3500. The area the receiver mounts is also the same area the front license plate…

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Yes we do! The Curt Front Mount Hitch #C73ZV will be the correct hitch for your 2024 Ram 3500 Diesel Mega Cab. I just double checked with my contact at Curt and they confirmed that it will indeed fit the Diesel Mega Cab models. It will be a no drill…

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You can install a 7 way connector on your 2019 Ford F-150 by using the Curt T-Connector #C56413, which will plug into the factory supplied 4 way connector plug on your vehicle and give you a fully functioning 7 way connector. If you've got a…

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Answer 10

We have the Draw Tite front hitch part #65053 that fits your 2022 Ford E-450 Jayco motorhome.

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Answer 11

It does; the valve stem is indeed included with the Karrier ST205/75R15 Radial Trailer Tire with 15" Aluminum Wheel - 5 on 4-1/2 - Load Range C #KE27JR.

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Answer 12

For suspension enhancement on your 2022 Ford F-150, I recommend the RoadActive Suspension Custom Leaf Spring Enhancement Kit - Heavy Duty #RAS3611-YHD. The RoadActive leaf spring enhancement is a better choice than air bags because the leaf spring…

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