Custom front receiver hitch
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Cargo Master
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From: Chandler, AZ
Custom front receiver hitch
Has anyone fabricated their own receiver hitch for the front? The ones available exit under the bumper and hang way to low, severely limiting approach angle.
I am planning on building one that exits through the large hole in the middle of the bumper, similar to the 99-07 style. Looking for some ideas if it has already been done before. I will use it for my custom generator mount and/or a small winch.
I am planning on building one that exits through the large hole in the middle of the bumper, similar to the 99-07 style. Looking for some ideas if it has already been done before. I will use it for my custom generator mount and/or a small winch.
Cargo Master
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From: TEXAS
I agree, the manufactured options for a front receiver are pretty poor design. The manner in which they exit the front under the bumper do set very low. And on a 4x4 you have to cut a square hole for hitch clearance exit.
I like the old design with the center opening of the bumper exit. I'm starting to think the only way to get a front receiver that is of any height is to buy a replacement front bumper with a built in receiver .
Good luck with your fab.
I like the old design with the center opening of the bumper exit. I'm starting to think the only way to get a front receiver that is of any height is to buy a replacement front bumper with a built in receiver .
Good luck with your fab.
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I saw one oon a 2012 that was just a Curtis (or maybe Reese) rear hitch receiver that was mounted between the frame members and existed the lower wind dam. It was on a 4X4 and looked to have quite a bit of clearance. Been thinking about doing the same to mine.
Cargo Master
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Seems to be the only option out there.
Hotshot
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this appears to be a front mount hitch that would exit high
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/re...350-super-duty
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/re...350-super-duty
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How about a bolt-on from Bodiak?
Ford Pickup Front-end receiver hitch
I have one if you are interested--never used, it won't fit with a Ranchhand Guard.
Joe
Ford Pickup Front-end receiver hitch
I have one if you are interested--never used, it won't fit with a Ranchhand Guard.
Joe
Cargo Master
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I would like to see a good photo of one of these mounted on a 2013 Superduty. It would sure make the length of my truck questionable as to fitting in the garage.
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Cargo Master
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Thanks for the info. The Reese 65049 looks like it also exits down low. I fab'd one for my 2000 f250, looks like the 2014 will need a different design to clear the hoses that are present inboard of the frame rails.
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Cargo Master
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How about a bolt-on from Bodiak?
Ford Pickup Front-end receiver hitch
I have one if you are interested--never used, it won't fit with a Ranchhand Guard.
Joe
Ford Pickup Front-end receiver hitch
I have one if you are interested--never used, it won't fit with a Ranchhand Guard.
Joe
Never saw this before. For as infrequent that I would want-need a front hitch this is a great alternative.
Cargo Master
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Never underestimate the abilities of an old cheap man to find an inexpensive alternative to save a few pennies.
Cargo Master
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Mud Doc, it was a pleasure meeting you the other day. Really enjoyed swapping stories and ideas with you. And thank you for the deal on the hitch.
It's members like you that make this forum what it is.
It's members like you that make this forum what it is.
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