Does Draw Tite #65004 Front Mount Receiver Fit 2001 Isuzu Trooper LTD?

Question:

Hello, I just was given the part# 65004 for a Draw Tite Front Mount Receiver for my 2001 Isuzu Trooper LTD. The mounting instructions says that is for Isuzu Hombre. Could you verify if this receiver is a front mount receiver and will for sure fit my 2001 Isuzu Trooper LTD? Also, mounting instructions say I also need Fastener Kit# K65004. Please also verify these parts so I can determine the correct parts to order. Oh, I also need pricing and shipping on the receiver and the Fastener Kit. Thanks

asked by: Michael

Expert Reply:

The Draw-Tite Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver, part # 65004, is a front-mount hitch receiver for the Isuzu Hombre. It is not suitable for use on your 2001 Trooper. The required installation hardware and instructions are included with this product when it ships new, but we do offer a replacement hardware kit, part # RHK.

I spoke to my technical contacts at Draw-Tite, Reese and HiddenHitch and confirmed that only rear-mount hitch receivers are available for your vehicle. No front-mount hitch receiver is produced for your vehicle by any of these brands.

Several rear-mount hitches are available for your Trooper. Among the easiest to install is the Curt Custom-Fit Class III Trailer Hitch for the Isuzu Trooper, part # C13098. This bolt-on product requires no welding and includes a complete hardware kit and instructions. This hitch has a 2 x 2 inch receiver opening and a 500-pound tongue weight (TW) rating (600 pounds if a weight distribution system is used) and a gross towing weight (GTW) rating of 5000 pounds (6000 pounds if a weight distribution system is used).

If a rear-mount receiver can meet your requirements please let me know and I will be glad to make recommendations for the required related components to fit it based on your specific application.

I have included two helpful articles, one on hitch installation and one concerning the items needed to tow. These may be useful to you as you consider your options.