Hitches
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From: Glen Burnie Maryland
Hitches
>I have an 1977 F250. I want to install a Reese hitch. I'm
>going with either Class 3 or 4. I don't want to drill or
>weld anything, if possible. Can I install it myself?
SURE! Been installing them on my cars since '72. You might want to get an additional pair of hands tho. The class 3-4 receivers have a tendency to be heavy and awkward to handle. . Just follow the instructions to the "T" and use the fasteners included with the hitch. DON'T go to Home Depot or Lowe's for replacements if ya bust one. Call the manufacturer and get a replacement.
Take your time. You might have to drill a couple of holes. Depends on the vehicle and how the hitch hooks up.
Most all of them are very straightforward and can be installed in about an hour or 2.
Larry
>going with either Class 3 or 4. I don't want to drill or
>weld anything, if possible. Can I install it myself?
SURE! Been installing them on my cars since '72. You might want to get an additional pair of hands tho. The class 3-4 receivers have a tendency to be heavy and awkward to handle. . Just follow the instructions to the "T" and use the fasteners included with the hitch. DON'T go to Home Depot or Lowe's for replacements if ya bust one. Call the manufacturer and get a replacement.
Take your time. You might have to drill a couple of holes. Depends on the vehicle and how the hitch hooks up.
Most all of them are very straightforward and can be installed in about an hour or 2.
Larry
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Joined: Nov 1999
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From: Lower 48
Hitches
[updated:LAST EDITED ON 17-Feb-02 AT 11:42 AM (EST)] You should be able to get a receiver hitch for your truck, given it's age you might have to do a little searchng though.
I used a hitch off of a '93 Dodge 3/4 ton on my '93 3/4 ton Ford. The frame rails were the same width. I had to drill a couple of holes, but it matched right up. I used a floor jack to lift the hitch into place, made it alot easier.
Trail Rider
I used a hitch off of a '93 Dodge 3/4 ton on my '93 3/4 ton Ford. The frame rails were the same width. I had to drill a couple of holes, but it matched right up. I used a floor jack to lift the hitch into place, made it alot easier.
Trail Rider
