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08-10-2010, 06:07 PM | #76 |
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Re: Hidden Hitch for 73-87's?
Subcribed... as i will be atemting it soon. Although i hate to cut i brand new hitch at $209. :S
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08-10-2010, 06:33 PM | #77 |
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Re: Hidden Hitch for 73-87's?
I directed them to this thread after I installed the hitch (I inquired prior to purchase). Not much to the install that risks ruining the hitch.
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01-29-2011, 10:37 PM | #78 |
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Re: Hidden Hitch for 73-87's?
Hey SCOTI,
I know it's been awhile, and Jon has this truck now, but.... Do you think this would work with a burb tank? Or should I contact Jon for some measurements? Posted via Mobile Device
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01-29-2011, 10:53 PM | #79 |
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Re: Hidden Hitch for 73-87's?
Not sure how much space the burb tank occupies vs. an older 67-72 blazer tank but that would be the key piece of info. The ECE hitch works w/a blazer tank (I had them both on my 68).
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01-29-2011, 11:17 PM | #80 |
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Re: Hidden Hitch for 73-87's?
Gottcha, Guess I'll have to measure how much front to back room I have from the tank to the license plate bracket.
Thanks! Posted via Mobile Device
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05-10-2011, 10:37 PM | #81 |
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Re: Hidden Hitch for 73-87's?
Scoti, I am going to do this md to my '75, but according to ECE's site, this appears to be a class III, not IV...based on the trailer weight. Any feedback on this? Here is a C&P from their site, the pic they show is the same you posted back on page 1
Want to tow with your Classic without that ugly hitch hanging below your bumper? Our new Hidden Receiver Hitch is just the answer. Designed for use with the stock '67-’72 factory rear bumper, simply flip up the rear license plate and insert the coupler. It’s that easy. Hitch is rated for up to 500lbs tongue weight and 5000lbs total trailer weight. We now offer the hitch components in a package deal: Hidden Receiver Hitch, Extended Ball Mount, License Plate Flip Frame and Flat Four Trailer Wiring. Our new Blazer and Suburban hitches are also finished and in stock, and feature the same quality design and powder-coated finish as our Pickup version. Drilling is required for installation, and every hitch comes with all needed hardware.
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Re: Hidden Hitch for 73-87's?
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I didn't exceed those ratings, but will now keep this in mind.
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05-29-2011, 09:55 PM | #83 |
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Re: Hidden Hitch for 73-87's?
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05-31-2011, 04:54 PM | #84 |
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Re: Hidden Hitch for 73-87's?
i TOOK A RECEIVER HITCH OFF MY SONS 95 TRUCK UNBOLTED THE SIDES AND SLIDE IT BETWEEN THE FRAME RAILS ON MY 78 DRILLED 3 HOLES PERSIDE AND WELDED SUPPORTS ON THE REAR VERY SIMPLE AND YOU CAN GO TO THE WRECKING YARD AND GET A FLIP DOWN LIC BRACKET OF A CUTLASS,MALIBU AND MOUNT TO YOURE BUMPER AND ROLL PAN FOR ABOUT 10 BUCKS WOW VERY SIMPLE
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05-26-2020, 03:16 PM | #85 |
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Re: Hidden Hitch for 73-87's?
9 year bump....
Need a hitch that will sit completely behind my stock rear bumper on my crew cab dually. ECE has closed their doors. Summit has discontinued their house brand hitches. These guys sell one, but says it will only work with a roll pan.....not a stock bumper. https://www.airbagit.com/Hidden-Trai...a.htm?CartID=1 So.....ideas? Thanks!!
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05-26-2020, 04:45 PM | #86 | |
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Re: Hidden Hitch for 73-87's?
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If the hitch works for a roll pan application, it should work behind a bumper on a Square. A roll pan fits between the lower edges of the bedsides & under the gate. A bumper occupies the same area when installed. The difference might be where the bolt holes go within the frame so that the hitch is located within .5 - .750" behind whatever vertical surface is in front of it.
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04-06-2021, 10:44 PM | #87 | |
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I would need something strong enough to handle my 30' travel trailer that weighs close to 9k loaded (7k dry according to the specs).
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04-06-2021, 11:33 PM | #88 | |
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Not easy but do-able. This is the approach I'm going to try when building the hidden hitch for my 99. For now its just bolted in as CURT intended so I can use it. When the opportunity comes, I'll fab my own frame brackets.
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04-07-2021, 09:53 AM | #90 |
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Re: Hidden Hitch for 73-87's?
https://www.curtmfg.com/part/15325
This is what I'm using for my '99. The center portion bolts to the frame mounts which are 3/8" thick material. My plan is to make my own frame mounts that will position the center where I want it. I'll use 1/4" steel plate & double it up if I cant utilize the re-worked frame mounts it came with. It's not for the 73-87 body style but sometimes you 'gotta think outside of the box.
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