Does Skid Plate Have to be Removed to Install Draw-Tite Front Hitch on 2005 Toyota Tundra

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can the front skid plate be kept in place with part # 65031. In video states comes off and stays off, but in pictures it is shown in place. thanks

asked by: Steven S

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Expert Reply:

According to the installation instructions, yes, the skid plate does need to be removed in order to install the Draw-Tite front hitch on your 2005 Toyota Tundra:

- Draw-Tite Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver # 65031

I did see the customer photo and review that mentioned they left the skid plate on an '03 Tundra, so it is possible, but it is not something we have done so I can't say specifically if this will work the same on your '05 Tundra. We do always recommend following the manufacturer's installation method in order to guarantee the proper fit, so I do recommend removing the skid plate to install the Draw-Tite # 65031.

expert reply by: Kyle S

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Answer 1

For the Draw-Tite front mount hitch, #65031, the skid plate will have to be permanently removed to install the hitch. You would also need to drill two holes in the frame rails (one on each side for the rear most hitch attachment points). I have…

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Answer 2

When installing the CURT Front Mount Receiver, #31180, on a 2006 Toyota Tundra, you will need to drill a total of two 1/2 inch holes. I have included a link to the installation instructions for you. The other hitch we have for your truck, #65031,…

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Answer 3

Both the Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch #31180 and the Draw Tite Front Hitch #31180 that you referenced would be excellent choices for your 2002 Toyota Tundra. I would probably go with the Curt hitch only because it has been reviewed more times and…

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Answer 4

We have had a few customers come back with similar Toyota Tundras as yours who said that with some minor trimming they were able to reuse the stock skid plate and have the Curt hitch #31180 installed. I attached a picture that shows the hitch…

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Answer 5

Unless you drive your Tundra pretty aggressively off-road, I would not be terribly concerned about removing that skid plate. I examined the instructions for the Curt Front Mounted Receiver, and the access hole the instructions refers to is not too…

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Answer 6

For a front mount hitch for your 2004 Toyota Tundra, there are 2 options, see link. Both of them are going to require drilling, trimming, and/or removal of the skid plate for the hitches to fit properly. I would go with the Draw-Tite hitch, #65031…

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Answer 7

The Draw-Tite front mount hitch #65031 requires removing the front skid plate for installation. See instructions and video links I have linked for this hitch. On front mount hitch #31180 you should not have to remove the skid plate. The 2001 model we…

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Answer 8

I spoke with my contact at Curt about Front mount hitch #31180 for the 2006 Toyota Tundra. He stated that the skid plate does not have to be removed, but there is some trimming of the plate that will need to be done in order to install the hitch. I…

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Answer 9

I may have a different kind of solution for you, but based on the tongue weight of your trailer none of the front hitches we offer for your 2010 Toyota Tundra would work. The Trailer Valet XL part #TVXL25 is a great way to move trailer's around…

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Answer 10

I spoke with my contact at Curt and I have some measurements on hitch #31180 for you. For the mounting holes, they are 34-3/8 inches apart on center, side to side. The width between the mounting brackets is about 31-3/8 inches. I have included a…

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Answer 11

The Thule HideAway Awning - Direct Mount - Waterproof - 80 sq ft #TH490011 will mount directly to the side of your 2015 Forest River R-Pod trailer with the included mounting brackets and hardware. It will require drilling directly into a stud/support…

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Answer 12

Apparently the skid plate on the 2007 Toyota Sequoia will interfere with the proper installation and placement of front mount trailer hitch #65031. You might be able to modify it and reinstall it but I cannot confirm that. The installation…

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