Recommended Front Mount Hitch for a 2002 Dodge Ram 1500

Question:

Hello I have a 2002 dodge ram 1500, I am looking for a front mount hitch but I dont want to sacrifice ground clearance, it will be used solely for a winch mount. I see for later year models you have hidden hitches that can be concealed by the front bumper, do you have something similar that could work for my year truck? I have no issues cutting or trimming the bumper to allow it to fit, I just want it to be securely mounted, any insight would be greatly appreciated thankyou

asked by: Joe

Expert Reply:

I do have front mount trailer hitch options for a 2002 Dodge Ram 1500 like the Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 31320 which is what I recommend but none of them mount inside the front bumper like you see on the earlier models. The reduction in ground clearance is very minimal but there is not a workaround for this.

For a winch mount, the Bulldog Winch Hitch Mounted Winch Mounting Plate with Handles part # BDW20011 is what I recommend.

expert reply by: Conner L