Will Installing Front Hitch on 2020 Ford F150 Compromise Ground Clearance

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I want a front mounted hitch for my 2020 Ford F150. I don't dog it offroad but I have some low water crossings on my farm and if possible I don't want my ground clearance reduced.

asked by: Tim S

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Expert Reply:

I don't have an exact measurement for ground clearance on the Curt # C31083 front mounted recevier to provide you with, but as shown in these photos, the underside of the bumper fascia sits lower than the receiver, so the receiver won't compromise your ground clearance in the front any more than the bumper fascia already has.

expert reply by: Mike L

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Answer 1

On your 2020 Ford F-150 the Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch #C31083 will sit further up than the Draw-Tite alternative and actually won't affect the truck's ground clearance at all. The 2" receiver on the hitch will protrude right through…

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Answer 2

Yes, the Curt hitch part #C31083 replaced the older part number 31070 that you also mentioned and is a confirmed fit for your 2017 Ford F-150 so this would be exactly what you would need.

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Answer 3

The Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver part #C31083 will require a slight trimming of the lower plastic bumper fascia but there will be no drilling or alterations that will be needed on the vehicle's frame. The trimming of the lower plastic…

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Answer 4

The only front hitches we offer for your 2015 Ford F-150 are the ones like the Curt Hitch part #C31083 that you referenced that come out below the bumper. This hitch would work well for you though.

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Answer 5

For your 2020 Ford F-150 XLT the best front mount hitch is the Curt #C31083 because it's going to sit just a tad higher than the Draw-Tite alternative for better ground clearance. The 2" receiver for the Curt hitch will actually protrude…

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Answer 6

You can fit the #C31083 on your 2023 Ford F-150 with the FX4 package but you will need to make modifications. The skid plate can be reinstalled but it will have to be trimmed to get it to fit. Technically the auto air damn can also be modified to…

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Answer 7

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 8

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 9

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 10

Hey Michael, thanks for reaching out! The EcoHitch #EH57FR sits a little higher than the Curt #C52NR so it will give you better ground clearance for your 2024 Chevy Silverado 2500. The EcoHitch is a bit more recessed into the front bumper than the…

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Answer 11

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 12

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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