Does the Curt Trailer Hitch #C14002 Allow the Spare Tire to Function on 2011 Ford F-150
Question:
does the spare tire still function with the hitch installed on my 2011 F150? i wouldnt want to the hitch too if stuck roadside.
asked by: Jerome G
Expert Reply:
After confirming with Curt, their Class IV 2 inch trailer receiver # C14002 does not interfere with the accessibility of the spare tire. However, they do recommend removing the spare tire for the installation process, and then replacing once installation is complete.
Please note that this hitch does not include a ball mount, trailer ball, pin and clip, or wiring. Depending on your exact towing needs I would suggest the following parts that are compatible with your 2011 Ford F-150:
Ball Mount - Draw-Tite Ball mount # 40202.
Trailer ball mount # A90 - 2 inch diameter hitch ball, or if you need a 2-5/16 trailer ball I would suggest # C40030.
Pin and Clip - Curt Pin and Clip for Class III, IV, and V Trailer Hitch Receivers # C21500.
Wiring Harness - If your truck does not already have trailer wiring I would use # 18252.
Please check your owners manual and make sure that your truck is capable of towing and using a type IV trailer hitch. Also keep in mind that this trailer hitch does not increase the towing capacity of your truck. Your towing capacity will be limited to the lowest rated item in your towing package.
I have included links to the parts listed above, some helpful articles, installation instructions, and a video.
Products Referenced in This Question
4-Way Flat Trailer Connector w/ 72" Harness, Circuit Tester and Wire Taps
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- No Converter
- 6 Feet Long
- Universal Fit
- 4 Flat
- Tekonsha
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Draw-Tite Ball Mount for 2" Hitches - 2-3/4" Rise, 4" Drop - 11-1/4" Long - 10K
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Fixed Ball Mount
- No Ball
- 1-1/4 Inch Ball Hole Diameter
- Steel Shank - Gloss Black
- Drop - 4 Inch
- Rise - 3 Inch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 10000 lbs GTW
- Class IV
- Draw-Tite
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2-5/16" Hitch Ball - 1-1/4" Diameter x 2-5/8" Long Shank - Chrome - 10,000 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 2-5/16 Inch Diameter Ball
- 2-5/8 Inch Shank Length
- 1-1/4 Inch Diameter Shank
- 10000 lbs GTW
- Class IV
- Class V
- CURT
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Pin and Clip for 2" and 2-1/2" Hitches - 5/8" Diameter x 3-3/16" Span
- Hitch Pins and Clips
- Standard Hitch Pin
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2-1/2 Inch Hitch
- 5/8 Inch Diameter
- 3-3/16 Inch Span
- CURT
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2-5/16" Hitch Ball - 1-1/4" Diameter x 2-5/8" Long Shank - Chrome - 15,000 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 2-5/16 Inch Diameter Ball
- 2-5/8 Inch Shank Length
- 1-1/4 Inch Diameter Shank
- 15000 lbs GTW
- Class IV
- Class V
- CURT
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Curt 4-Way Flat Trailer Connector w/ 60" Harness and Wire Taps
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- No Converter
- 5 Feet Long
- Universal Fit
- 4 Flat
- CURT
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Product Page this Question was Asked From
Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class IV - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class IV
- 1000 lbs TW
- 10000 lbs GTW
- 12000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 1200 lbs WD TW
- Visible Cross Tube
- CURT
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