Which Class V Bumper Fits a 1984 Ford F-150 with 8" Deep Drop Bumper?

Question:

I have a 1984 F150 4x4 and the bumper is 8 inches with extending frame mount. Which class 5 hitch do I need?

asked by: Roger M

Expert Reply:

Roger,

I can't quite tell from the picture anything about the frame rails on your 1984 Ford F-150 4x4, but the Curt # C15511 will work just fine with your 8" deep drop bumper and has the class V ratings you're looking for. Keep in mind that you are still limited by the towing capacity of your truck, and ball mount/hitch ball. Installing a new hitch will not increase the towing capacity of your vehicle.

None of the hitches on the market are designed to work with a bumper that uses any of the spots on the frame where the hitch mounts, so if that's where your extended brackets are mounting, then a local fab shop will have to redesign the mount, or custom make you a hitch.

expert reply by: Samuel C

Roger

6/3/2024

Thanks

Roger

6/10/2024

I probably should go with a class IV since a class V is overkill. What class 4 should I use? Thanks

Samuel C.

6/11/2024

@Roger There isn't a class IV hitch that will work with your bumper. You'll either need the above listed class V, or the Curt # C13099 class III rated for 600lbs tongue weight/6000lbs trailer weight, or 1000lbs tongue weight/10000lbs trailer weight if you use weight distribution. Again, you're limited to your lowest rated component between your truck, hitch, and ball mount.