Can Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Be Installed Higher on a 2013 Ford F-250 Super Duty
Question:
I am deciding between Curt and Draw-tite hitches. I downloaded the Curt instructions and they indicate the hitch can be mounted in a higher, through front fascia, or lower, below fascia position. Is this true for this part #? The photos appear to only have one position.
asked by: Bill
Expert Reply:
Draw-Tite front mount trailer hitch # 65049 can only be mounted one way on a 2013 Ford F-250. The side brackets are welded on to the cross member so it will only go on one way. I have linked the instructions and a video showing installation for you.
On Curt front hitch # C31018 the side brackets bolts to the cross member. If you bolts the cross member on with the receiver on top it will exit the vehicle at a different position, just like you said. Page 3 of the instructions, linked for reference, show the hitch in the lowered or raised positions. Fascia trimming will be required if mounted in the raised position.
Products Referenced in This Question
Draw-Tite Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2"
- Front Receiver Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Front Mount Hitch
- 500 lbs Vert Load
- 9000 lbs Line Pull
- 2 Inch Hitch
- Square Tube
- Draw-Tite
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Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2"
- Front Receiver Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Front Mount Hitch
- 500 lbs Vert Load
- 9000 lbs Line Pull
- 2 Inch Hitch
- Square Tube
- CURT
more information >
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