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Old 06-26-2016, 07:47 PM
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Who's got a front hitch and a roof rack

Both things that need for my 03 F-150 super crew are a roof rack to carry boards and bikes and a front hitch to park my boat trailer and carry bikes on the front while I'm towing. If someone has I'd love to see some pics and hear about some manufacturers.
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I have looked at a couple racks that bolt into the bed pockets and extend out over the roof... lots more room for bikes or canoe
 
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I have a front hitch on my 2003. I bought it used off Craigslist and I don't remember the brand.
Installation was pretty straightforward. Remove the valance and tow hooks, bolt up the hitch, then reinstall everything. My valance required trimming the bottom piece the width of the hitch.

 
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I have a front hitch on my 2003. I bought it used off Craigslist and I don't remember the brand.
Installation was pretty straightforward. Remove the valance and tow hooks, bolt up the hitch, then reinstall everything. My valance required trimming the bottom piece the width of the hitch.

Sweet. What do you use it for?
 
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Sweet. What do you use it for?
holding my Storm Trooper hitch cover

 
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Looks good!!
 
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