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These durable custom hitches are manufactured for 1968-1979 Dodge D100, 1977-1993 Dodge D150, 1968-1980 Dodge D200, 1981-1993 Dodge D250, 1968-1980 Dodge D300, 1981-1993 Dodge D350, 1997-2004 Dodge Dakota, 1967-1989 Dodge W100, 1977-1993 Dodge W150, 1967-1980 Dodge W200, 1981-1993 Dodge W250, 1967-1980 Dodge W300, 1981-1993 Dodge W350, 1978-1996 Ford Bronco, 1975-1983 Ford F-100, 1980-1996 Ford F-150, 1975-1996 Ford F-250, 1997-1997 Ford F-250 HD, 1975-1997 Ford F-350 and attach to your vehicle?s frame or bumper for a sleek, clean appearance. Each hitch also has a 2 inch square receiver tube opening ? the most common and versatile on the market - allowing you to attach accessories like a bike rack or cargo carrier, or hook up your pop-up, boat trailer, or utility trailer. The options are endless! DRAW-TITE Class 3 Custom Trailer Hitches come complete with all the mounting hardware needed for installation and are backed by a nationwide lifetime limited warranty. So, whether you are headed out to the campground, the lake, or the bike trails, or you are tackling a project at home and need to haul the materials home, choose DRAW-TITE and travel with confidence knowing your setup is connected with the security only DRAW-TITE can provide. DRAW-TITE: North America?s Favorite Hitch
Draw-Tite has designed custom-fit trailer hitches since 1946 and is one of North America's most widely fitted hitch brands. Receiver hitches use solid all-welded construction and low-profile designs that follow modern vehicle contours, install with minimal bumper cutting or drilling, meet or exceed V5 CSA and SAE J684 standards, and carry a limited lifetime warranty.
Draw-Tite has been leading custom-fit trailer hitch design and engineering since its founding in 1946, and it remains one of the most widely fitted hitch brands in North America. The company's stated approach is straightforward: every hitch is tested rigorously so that it performs well beyond published industry standards, a philosophy it markets as Tested Tough. It sits within the Horizon Global towing group alongside Reese, Fulton, Bulldog, Tekonsha, Bargman and Wesbar.
Custom fit is the defining characteristic. Rather than adapting a universal design, Draw-Tite engineers a trailer hitch for a specific make, model and model year, so it bolts to existing frame locations with minimal bumper cutting or drilling. Low-profile designs follow the rear contours and aerodynamic styling of modern vehicles, which matters more than it once did now that rear fascias are shaped and sensor-equipped. Construction is solid all-welded steel for maximum strength, and every hitch meets or exceeds V5 CSA and SAE J684 standards and is backed by a nationwide limited lifetime warranty.
The range spans receiver sizes and classes to suit different loads, from 1-1/4 inch receivers for bike racks, cargo carriers and light trailers up through 2 inch receivers for heavier towing. Front mount hitches add a receiver at the front of the vehicle for winch mounts, snow plows, spare carriers and precise trailer positioning.
The Hidden Hitch series takes concealment further by mounting behind the vehicle's rear fascia, so the vehicle keeps its factory appearance until a removable receiver is fitted. Each is custom designed per make and model for a no-drill installation that does not compromise ground clearance, rated for up to 3,500 pounds gross trailer weight and 350 pounds tongue weight. Matching plug-and-play wiring completes the towing system.
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| Year | Make & Model | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1997 - 1999 | Dodge Dakota | — |
Yes, hitch model 75038 is designed for Dodge Dakota pickups. The forward and rearward receiver attachment holes should align with existing holes in the vehicle frame. If existing holes are not present, you will need to drill 1/2" holes using the receiver as a template. Note that spare tire positioning may require adjustment after installation.
Yes, hitch 75038 is compatible with Ford F-Series pickups equipped with a 37.5 frame. However, bumper brackets may require readjustment to provide clearance for the hitch side brackets. On some Ford pickup models equipped with a 16" spare tire, you may need to adjust the spare tire cradle to retain under-vehicle tire stowage after hitch installation.
Yes, hitch 75038 fits both Dodge Ramcharger and Plymouth Trailduster. However, these applications require special installation: the rear frame rivet must be drilled out and the receiver attachment made at that position. If the receiver is later removed, you must reinstall the 1/2-20 X 1-3/4 GR5 hex bolts (tightened to 95 lb.-ft.) to retain the frame and crossmember connection.
Yes, hitch 75038 is compatible with Ford Bronco full size models.
The maximum gross trailer weight is 8000 lb. for a ball mount hitch and 5000 lb. for a weight distributing hitch. Maximum tongue weight is 800 lb. for ball mount and 500 lb. for weight distributing. However, you must not exceed the lower of these hitch ratings or your towing vehicle manufacturer's ratings.
The hitch weighs approximately 36.6 lb.
You will need a torque wrench to tighten all fasteners. The manual specifies wrenches are required but does not list specific wrench sizes. A 1/2" drill bit is required to drill holes in the frame. All fasteners must be tightened with a torque wrench to the specified values.
The hitch uses 1/2-13 x 1-3/4 GR5 carriage bolts with lock washers and 1/2-20 x 1-3/4 GR5 hex bolts with flanged locknuts. Installation also requires 1/4 x 1-1/2 x 2 blocks (part numbers 1277 and 3149) placed inside the vehicle frame. The manual references fastener kit number 1130-494 but does not list all included items.
The manual states 'where applicable, remove spare tire and carrier from vehicle' as the first step. This indicates that some vehicles require removal while others may not. For Dodge Dakota applications, the spare tire may be repositioned rather than fully removed. For Ford F-Series pickups with 16" spare tires, the spare tire cradle may need adjustment to retain under-vehicle stowage after installation.
Undercoating must be removed from the attaching surfaces to ensure proper contact between the receiver and the vehicle frame, which is necessary for a secure installation and proper torque transfer.
Position the receiver on the vehicle making sure it is centered on the vehicle. The formed depression in the side bracket must be positioned over the rivet, if present. The receiver will then be used as a template to mark the drilling locations.
You must drill 1/2" holes in the bottom of the frame using the receiver as a template. For Dodge Dakota applications, the forward and rearward receiver attachment holes should align with existing holes in the vehicle frame; if existing holes are not present, use a 1/2" drill to create them.
No. The manual explicitly states 'Do not cut access or attachment holes with a torch.' You must use a 1/2" drill bit to create the holes.
The rear frame rivet must be drilled out. The receiver attachment is then made at this position. If the receiver is later removed, you must reinstall the 1/2-20 x 1-3/4 GR5 hex bolts (tightened to 95 lb.-ft.) to retain the frame and crossmember connection.
Tighten the nuts on 1/2-13 GR5 carriage bolts to 75 lb.-ft. using a torque wrench.
Tighten the locknuts on 1/2-20 GR5 hex bolts to 95 lb.-ft. using a torque wrench. This applies to both standard installations and to the bolts that must be reinstalled on Ramcharger and Trailduster applications if the receiver is removed.
The 1/4 x 1-1/2 x 2 blocks (part numbers 1277 and 3149) must be placed inside the vehicle frame. They are positioned under the fasteners to distribute the load and prevent the frame from being crushed.
Observe safety precautions when working beneath a vehicle and wear eye protection. Do not cut access or attachment holes with a torch. Follow your car maker's specifications for maximum trailer weight and tongue weight. Do not exceed the lower of your towing vehicle manufacturer's ratings or the hitch ratings (8000 lb. max gross trailer weight for ball mount, 5000 lb. for weight distributing; 800 lb. max tongue weight for ball mount, 500 lb. for weight distributing).
If the spare tire and carrier are relocated and/or modified to retain under-box stowage, you must make sure the relocated tire and carrier do not contact the brake line, rear axle, or other safety-related components.
Check the hitch frequently, making sure all fasteners and ball are properly tightened. If the hitch is removed at any time, plug all holes in the trunk pan or other body panels to prevent entry of water and exhaust fumes.
A hitch or ball which has been damaged should be removed and replaced. Do not continue to use a damaged hitch.
Yes. This product complies with safety specifications and requirements for connecting devices and towing systems of the State of New York and V.E.S.C. Regulation V-5.
Hitch 75038 fits Dodge D&W Series Pickup, Dodge Dakota, Dodge Ramcharger, Ford Bronco (Full Size), Ford F-Series Pickup (W/37.5 Frame), and Plymouth Trailduster. Ramcharger and Trailduster require drilling out the rear frame rivet.
Yes. You must drill 1/2" holes in the bottom of the frame using the receiver as a template. For Ramcharger and Trailduster, the rear frame rivet must also be drilled out. Do not use a torch to cut holes.
You need a torque wrench (to tighten all fasteners), a 1/2" drill bit, and wrenches. All fasteners must be tightened with a torque wrench to specified values (75 lb.-ft. for carriage bolts, 95 lb.-ft. for hex bolts).
Tighten 1/2-13 GR5 carriage bolts to 75 lb.-ft. and 1/2-20 GR5 hex bolts to 95 lb.-ft. Use a torque wrench for all fasteners.
Wear eye protection when working beneath the vehicle. Do not cut holes with a torch. Do not exceed towing vehicle manufacturer's ratings or hitch ratings. If removed, plug all holes to prevent water and exhaust fume entry. Replace any damaged hitch or ball immediately.
The unit is rated for 7.5 amps per circuit. This rating applies to each of the two circuits (left/driver side and right/passenger side) that the T-connector handles.
The manual does not specify which vehicle makes, models, or years are compatible with this adapter. It states only that the adapter connects to a vehicle's taillight wiring harness near the rear of the frame, and that the T-connector connectors must match the ends of the harness connectors. Before purchasing, verify that your vehicle's taillight harness connectors match the adapter's connector type.
The taillight wiring harness is located near the rear of the frame. According to the Spanish version, it runs along and within the left frame rail (driver's side). The harness has connection points on both the left (driver) side and right (passenger) side of the frame.
Yes. Before separating and reconnecting the harness connectors, check that the mating surfaces are free of dirt. If necessary, clean them. This ensures a proper electrical connection.
Install the left (driver) side first: separate the harness connectors on the left side, insert the T-connector adapter with the Yellow wire between them, and lock into place. Then repeat the same process for the right (passenger) side using the connector with the Green wire.
Ensure that the connectors are fully inserted and that the locking tabs are in place. The locking tabs secure the connection. Be careful not to break these tabs when separating or reconnecting the harness connectors.
The T-connector adapter for the left (driver) side has a Yellow wire. The T-connector adapter for the right (passenger) side has a Green wire. These colour-coded wires help identify which connector goes on each side of the vehicle.
Route the T-connector harness to the center of the vehicle. Secure the wire to the vehicle crossmember using the tie straps provided with the adapter. This prevents the harness from moving or becoming damaged.
Test the installation using a test light or trailer. This verifies that the electrical connections are working correctly and that the adapter is properly integrated with the vehicle's taillight wiring.
7.5 amps per circuit.
The manual does not specify any tools required. The installation involves separating connectors by hand, inserting the T-connector adapter, and securing the harness with provided tie straps.
Yes, tie straps are provided with the adapter for securing the T-connector harness to the vehicle crossmember.
The manual does not specify whether battery disconnection is required. Consult the vehicle manufacturer's instructions or a professional installer if you are unsure.
Yellow wire for the left (driver) side, Green wire for the right (passenger) side.
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