Installing front hitch

NotJustaTruck · 2019-07-05 12:34:00

Etrailer 500#. But I’ve put over 1000#’s on mine. https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.ford-trucks.com-vbulletin/2000x1504/14221130_e25e_4fd9_945f_1f01634afb67_aaa3edd178913c64096ad425d60330452a686fe1.jpeg

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Jul 29, 2019 | 12:34 AM

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ravill

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Etrailer 500#. But I’ve put over 1000#’s on mine.

Jul 29, 2019 | 07:22 AM

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NotJustaTruck

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Etrailer 500#. But I’ve put over 1000#’s on mine.

Hmmm....
Probably not the best idea, but whatever works for you. 2x's the weight rating will eventually create a failure in the hitch welds or mounts.
Probably won't notice it until one day when it matters..... Hopefully you don't have any issues but I wouldn't place any bets on it.

Jul 29, 2019 | 10:17 AM

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when I had a front hitch and needed to move something heavy, I wrapped a chain around the receiver and terminated each end to a tow hook. it work great.

Jul 29, 2019 | 10:33 AM

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when I had a front hitch and needed to move something heavy, I wrapped a chain around the receiver and terminated each end to a tow hook. it work great.

Redneck engineering at its finest.