Recommended Front Mount Hitch for a 2005 Jeep Wrangler That Mounts Under Bumper

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I would like to know if hitch can be mounted below the front bumper? It looks like forward bolt holes match up. I know I couldnt use the rear bolts but hitch would only be used to move unloaded boat trailers. Thanks.

asked by: Bill L

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I do have a front mount trailer hitch for your 2005 Jeep Wrangler that can be mounted under the front bumper, the Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C31028 (see photo) which is the only option that can be mounted in this way but the Draw-Tite Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 65048 installs above the front bumper.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Answer 1

I attached a picture of the Curt Front Hitch part #C31028 installed on a similar Jeep Wrangler as your 1997 model. I also attached a set of installation instructions for you to check out that are very detailed. The hitch mounts through holes on the…

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Answer 2

For your 2004 Jeep TJ, I recommend the Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver 2", #C31028. This front mounted hitch is compatible with a round bumper. It is an easy bolt on application, but some drilling is required for installation. Access…

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To install the Front Hitch part #65048 on your 1997 Jeep Wrangler TJ you will use one of the holes on the bumper and then also use one of the sway bar bushing bolt holes. Check out the picture I attached for more info. I also attached a link to the…

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I looked up the Mountain addition for your vehicle and it didn't mention if it had an aftermarket bumper but it did state fog lights which may be an issue for mounting the Draw-Tite #65048 hitch. Because these hitches are tested with the…

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Answer 5

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 6

You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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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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