Can Muffler be Removed Without Removing Draw-Tite Hitch 75758 on 2018 Ford Escape
Question:
2018 ford escape hitch draw-tite code 75758 fits below the muffler. my question is will the muffler and tailpipes be able to be replaced without removing this hitch.
asked by: Alan P
Helpful Expert Reply:
The Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver # 75758 does install with the hitch and it's brackets directly below the muffler on your 2018 Ford Escape, so the hitch would need to be removed in order to replace the muffler on this vehicle. We do have options for hitches that would not require the muffler to be removed, as they install with the brackets above the muffler; what you can use are either of the following:
- etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e98866
- Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver # 75782
The accompanying photo is of the etrailer hitch installed on a 2018 Ford Escape, and the similar Draw-Tite I just listed will install the same way. I have added links below to the instructions and video installs of each of these hitches on a 2018 Ford Escape for you to check out as well.
Products Referenced in This Question
Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 525 lbs TW
- 3500 lbs GTW
- 5000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 525 lbs WD TW
- Concealed Cross Tube
- Draw-Tite
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etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 350 lbs TW
- 3500 lbs GTW
- 5000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 500 lbs WD TW
- Concealed Cross Tube
- etrailer
more information >
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Draw-Tite Max-E-Loader Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 675 lbs TW
- 4500 lbs GTW
- 5000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 675 lbs WD TW
- Visible Cross Tube
- Draw-Tite
more information >
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