How Does a Curt Trailer Hitch Install on a 2012 Dodge Ram 4500 Cab and Chassis
Question:
When lookin at the image of the hitch it shows holes on the top but yet there are no holes on the bottom of the frame on my 2012 ram 4500 chasis cab....also the installation guide is not loading....I was wondering if u could confirm how the hitch mounts and possibly the proper image of the hitch....thanks if I can confirm this will work I will order it immediately thanks P, s the image attached is of the bottom of my frame showing no holes
asked by: Samuel A
Expert Reply:
In order to install Curt trailer hitch # C15800 on your 2012 Dodge Ram 4500 cab and chassis model you will have to drill into the frame because, like you have said, there are no holes in the frame already. The rivet that is in the rear most part of the frame also will come out and get replaced by a bolt.
Installation is very similar to hitch # C15400 (just the capacities are different) and I have linked the instructions for it for you to view. The hitches install with 3 bolts on each frame rail. Drilling is required for all of the hitches that fit your truck.
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class V XD - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class V
- 2550 lbs TW
- 17000 lbs GTW
- 17000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 2550 lbs WD TW
- Visible Cross Tube
- CURT
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class V Commercial Duty - 2-1/2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class V
- 2700 lbs TW
- 20000 lbs GTW
- 20000 lbs WD GTW
- 2-1/2 Inch Hitch
- 2700 lbs WD TW
- Visible Cross Tube
- CURT
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