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Old 10-12-2017, 01:42 PM
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Does anyone make a hitch for a '53?
I've been looking and not having much luck. Just wondering if maybe other years' fit. I don't weld so just looking for something I don't need to modify.
 
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I've been looking and not having much luck. Just wondering if maybe other years' fit. I don't weld so just looking for something I don't need to modify.
I used an adjustable one from a JY off a cheby,

and just cut both ends too keep it centered
No bumper yet
 
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Well I never......

That's fantastic. When I looked up adjustable all I see are for RVs. I'll have to take a stroll through the outdoor parts department.
 
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yes 2" goes inside or use 21/2" and go outside or was it 3"
 
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Old 10-12-2017, 03:04 PM
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Was this off a 2500 or 3500 or was it an rv?
 
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I don't remember 2500 I think and I haven't any idea what year
 
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the frame is 34" on your truck isn't it?
my slick was 34" same as my 49 so 60's should work I don't know about dentsides or bumpsides, but you may need some modification in any case
 
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any of the mid 60's should work... if frame width is the same... here's what I did but ended up butchering it up a bit... check with hitch mfg people...

john

https://jniolon.classicpickup.com/tr...ina53f100.html
 
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Check this thread out. https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/8...r-hitches.html
 
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here is a pic of 49 Willard hitch

https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/a...1&d=1389829963

http://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.ford...0d0b61761e.jpg
 
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Old 10-13-2017, 06:18 PM
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One ton cab and chassis frames where 34'' wide into the 1990's at least. Should be pretty easy to find
 
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How heavy a trailer will you be pulling?
 
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