Trailer hitch
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Trailer hitch
Is there a way I can find out what kind of trailer hitch (class wise) the data plate isn't there. I would say oh well and buy a new one but this one is welded to the frame. It would be more work to remove it, but I will if need be
Last edited by drtydn; 09-06-2015 at 08:38 PM.
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It may help to add if your truck came with the tow package. It sounds like someone just welded it on. The factory ones where bolted on. Do the bolt holes line up? It's probably for another vehicle that they made work by welding it on. I also believe the class should be stamped in it somewhere.
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No cracks in either frame or hitch. Yes there are still bolts in and I did plan on using it just until I can get a class 4 or better installed. But that's going to have to be layer down the road. I don't plan on doing much with it. There is some surface rust but nothing that would hinder the ability of it
Last edited by drtydn; 09-07-2015 at 12:52 PM.
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The risk here is if it fails on the road, or even if it doesn't but you have a towing related accident. If your insurance company sees a receiver or hitch out of specs, they are 100% within their rights to deny coverage, leaving you responsible for damage. God forbid there is an injury or worse, you risk losing all you own and will ever own.
Just food for thought...
Just food for thought...