CURT 2" Front Receiver Hitch, Select Ford F-150, Expedition Trailer HitchCURTOriginal price was $375.95. Current price is $253.99.In Stock
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1999 - 2002 Ford Expedition
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1999 - 2003 Ford F-150
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2004 Ford F-150 Heritage
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1999 Ford F-250
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Trailer hitch weight ratings are limited to vehicle manufacturer's stated capacities
Includes all necessary installation hardware
Includes all necessary installation hardware
Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty (One-Year Finish, One-Year Parts)
Receiver Tube Size (Inches): 2 IN
Finish: GLOSS BLACK POWDER COAT
WC / TW (Pounds): 500 LB / 5,000 LB
Weight Carrying Capacity (Pounds): 5,000 LB
WC Tongue Weight (Pounds): 500 LB
Installation Difficulty: Novice
Installation Time Exact (Minutes): 45
A CURT front trailer hitch allows you to use the front end of your vehicle for a variety of towing applications. They can be used for mounting a winch, a snow plow, a number of towing accessories and can even be used for some trailering applications. When space is limited, a front trailer hitch is commonly used to hold a cargo carrier, freeing up space inside the vehicle for extra cargo and making the rear mount receiver available to pull a trailer. At the boat ramp, your boat trailer can be hitched up to the front receiver hitch, giving you better control over the trailer as you launch. Some of the other accessories that can be used with a front tow hitch are the CURT winch mount, step pad, license plate holder, spare tire mount, skid shield and tow hooks. All CURT front trailer hitches provide a useful receiver tube to accept a 2" x 2" shank, and they are commonly used on trucks, vans and SUVs. This front trailer hitch is rated for 5,000 lbs. GTW and 500 lbs. TW. It also has a straight-line pull rating of 9,000 lbs. It is designed to be a custom trailer hitch for certain years of the Ford Expedition, F150 and F250 (to verify your vehicle compatibility, see application info). It comes with all necessary hardware for a complete installation and is backed by a limited lifetime warranty.
CURT offers a variety of high-quality trailer hitches and accessories for select vehicle models. Find the perfect fit for your towing needs at TowUniverse.
CURT, a Lippert brand, offers a complete line of towing products and is the leading manufacturer of custom-fit trailer hitches. We offer the broadest selection of custom-fit hitches, and each one is designed, welded, and coated in Wisconsin.
CURT is also a leader in flat towing products, as well as 5th wheel, gooseneck, and weight distribution hitches, ball mounts, electrical components, cargo solutions, and other towing accessories.
For everything from passenger cars and vans to full-size pickups and SUVs, CURT is 'The First Name in Towing Products®.'
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4 compatible vehicles
| Year | Make & Model | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1999 - 2002 | Ford Expedition | No Drilling Required Installation Time: 30-60 minutes Visibility: Concealed |
| 1999 - 2003 | Ford F-150 | No Drilling Required Installation Time: 30-60 minutes Visibility: Concealed |
| 2004 | Ford F-150 Heritage | No Drilling Required Installation Time: 30-60 minutes Visibility: Concealed |
| 1999 | Ford F-250 | No Drilling Required Installation Time: 30-60 minutes Visibility: Concealed |
The CURT 2" Front Receiver Hitch, Select Ford Expedition, F-150, F-250 Trailer Hitch (Part #BKDK31038) fits 1999-2002 Ford Expedition models. The 2004 model year is the last year covered by this part number. For newer models, check for an updated version.
Yes, the CURT 2" Front Receiver Hitch, Select Ford Expedition, F-150, F-250 Trailer Hitch (Part #BKDK31038) is designed to fit the 1999-2002 Ford Expedition.
The CURT 2" Front Receiver Hitch, Select Ford Expedition, F-150, F-250 Trailer Hitch (Part #BKDK31038) fits the following vehicles: 1999-2002 Ford Expedition; 1999-2003 Ford F-150; 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage; 1999 Ford F-250. Always verify your specific year, make, and model before ordering.
The CURT 2" Front Receiver Hitch, Select Ford Expedition, F-150, F-250 Trailer Hitch (Part #BKDK31038) Drilling is not required for installation. Typical installation time is 30-60 minutes. Basic hand tools are typically all you need.
Yes, part number 31038 is designed for Ford F-150 and F-250 4WD LD and Expedition models. Verify your vehicle matches these applications before purchase.
This hitch is designed for Ford F-150 and F-250 4WD LD models only. The manual does not confirm compatibility with 2WD F-250 models. Contact Curt technical support at 877-287-8634 to verify fitment for your specific vehicle.
When used as a weight-carrying hitch, the gross load capacity is 5,000 lbs. trailer weight and 500 lbs. tongue weight. When used as a straight-line pull (winching), the maximum line pull is 9,000 lbs. However, you must not exceed your vehicle manufacturer's recommended towing capacity, which may be lower. Consult your vehicle owner's manual for the final limit.
The hitch weight is 60 lbs.
No, drilling is not required. The hitch uses a fishwire method to route bolts through the existing frame without drilling.
The kit includes: one 3/8" fishwire, two 3/8-16 UNC carriage bolts (grade 8, part 10-10473), two 3/8-16 UNC serrated flange nuts (grade 8, part 20-00102), and two 0.250 x 1.00 x 2.00" square hole spacers (part CM-SP18). Factory tow hook bolts and nut plates are reused during installation.
Required tools: ratchet, torque wrench, 6" extension, 9/16" socket, 10mm socket (deep), 15mm socket, flat screwdriver, paint marker, tape measure, and tin snips or grinder (for skid shield trimming).
Yes. Step 1 of the installation requires you to remove the factory tow hooks and set them aside with their bolts. The existing nut plates inside the frame must be left in place for final hitch installation. The factory tow hooks are reinstalled in step 4 after the hitch is fastened.
The skid plate may need to be notched or removed on some models. The manual does not specify which models require which modification. Consult the installation diagram or contact Curt technical support at 877-287-8634 to determine what is needed for your specific vehicle.
Fishwire is a technique to route bolts and spacers through the vehicle frame without drilling. In step 2, you thread the 3/8" carriage bolts and spacers through the frame using the fishwire as a guide, as shown in the installation diagram. This allows the hitch to attach to existing frame nut plates.
Follow these steps in order: (1) Remove factory tow hooks and set aside with bolts; leave nut plates in frame. (2) Fishwire the 3/8" carriage bolts and spacers through the frame as shown in the diagram. (3) Fasten the hitch to the frame using 3/8" flange nuts. (4) Reinstall factory tow hooks by passing factory bolts through the hook, hitch, and into the nut plates. (5) Torque all 3/8" fasteners to 45 lb-ft.
Torque all 3/8" fasteners to 45 lb-ft.
Torque specifications are: 3/8" to 45 lb-ft., 7/16" to 70 lb-ft., 1/2" to 110 lb-ft., 5/8" to 210 lb-ft. The kit includes only 3/8" fasteners, but these specifications apply if other sizes are used during installation or maintenance.
The front axle GAWR is the maximum weight your vehicle's front axle can safely carry. Do not exceed this rating when using the hitch. Exceeding GAWR may overload the front axle and suspension, which could result in accident, property damage, and personal injury. Find your vehicle's GAWR in the owner's manual or on the specification plate on the driver's door frame. Measure gross front axle weight by placing the front wheels of your loaded vehicle on a scale.
No. Never use a ball or ball mount as an anchor point for a tow strap or winch cable. Severe personal injury or death could result. Use only OEM tow hooks, recovery eyes, or a clevis mount for attachment of tow straps or winch cables.
For maximum line pull rating, the winch cable must not exceed 15 degrees up or down from horizontal, and must not exceed 45 degrees left or right from straight ahead. Exceeding these angles may overload the winch, winch mount, and/or front-mounted receiver.
Attach the return cable to the tow hook or recovery eye, not to the winch mount. Attaching the return cable to the winch mount may overload the winch mount and/or front-mounted receiver.
Follow these precautions: (1) Use OEM tow hooks, recovery eyes, or a clevis mount for attachment—never a ball mount. (2) Observe the winch manufacturer's recommendations, cautions, and warnings. (3) Attach the return cable to the tow hook or recovery eye when using a snatch block, not to the winch mount. (4) Keep winch cable angle within 15 degrees up/down and 45 degrees left/right from horizontal. (5) Do not exceed the vehicle manufacturer's recommended towing capacity.
When using front-mounted accessories with this hitch: (1) Do not obstruct the license plate; reposition it if needed. (2) Do not obstruct vehicle lights. (3) Allow free air flow into the grille opening. (4) Be aware that rear wheel traction may be reduced, which could affect handling—reduce speed and drive with caution. (5) Accessories extend the front of the vehicle and may reduce approach angle—use caution when parking and maneuvering. (6) Do not obstruct the driver's view.
Periodically check the receiver hitch to ensure that all fasteners are tight and that all structural components are sound. The manual does not specify a retorque interval or maintenance schedule beyond this general periodic inspection.
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