Higher Rated Trailer Hitch Recommendation for 2017 Ram 1500 Than Bumper of Truck

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My 2017 Dodge Ram 1500 has a bumper hitch and the truck has a rating of 4400+/- lbs. If I put a class 3 receiver on it will that increase the tow rating? Online the truck as two ratings on 4400+/- and 8000+/-. Would that be the difference between the Bumper hitch and class3 hitch?

asked by: Tom B

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Expert Reply:

Yes, going with a frame mounted trailer hitch will give you more capacity than towing with the ball mount hole you have on the rear bumper of your 2017 Ram 1500. This will allow you to utilize the full towing capacity of the truck.

The Curt hitch part # 13333 is a confirmed fit for your truck and installs easily so it would be a great option as long as you weren't planning on towing over 6,000 lbs as that is the hitch's capacity. If you do need more towing capacity than that you'd need the even higher rated Curt # 14374 which attaches to the bottom of the truck frame rails instead of around the bumper beam like the # 13333 so it provides even more strength. The install of this hitch is also relatively easy as well. It has a towing capacity of 10,000 lbs. I attached an install video link for this as well.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

In most cases Loctite is not required when installing a trailer hitch, but it would not be a bad idea. I suggest using the Loctite Blue Stick Threadlocker, #LT37643, which will provide a secure grip and protect against water and grime.

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Answer 2

For your 2021 Ram 1500 Classic I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Class IV #14374 for a few key reasons. This hitch is made right here in the USA, and in our experience the powder coat finish found on the Curt hitches holds up the best…

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Answer 3

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 4

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 5

The usable length of the etrailer Pull Pin #TJP-PN916 is 3-1/2" with 3-1/8" to the center of the detent ball, as show in the attached photo. This pin is designed for use with etrailer and Ram Pipe Mount Swivel Jacks 9/16" Diameter.

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Answer 6

We carry rims with a 4.75 pilot hole, like #LHHA420, and #AM20783, however they're both for dual wheel applications and have an offset. Using a wheel with a 4.75 or 4.77 pilot will be just fine since there's such a small difference. It's…

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Answer 7

The base or bezel used by the Bargman #47-84-527 Double LED tailllight is constructed of hard plastic, like the other rectangular lamps of this type. If you click the provided links, you can see a product demonstration and an install video. For…

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