Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"

Although I have not installed this yet, I will rate excellent on prior experience. This is the 4th hitch & wiring from Etrailer in the past 8 years I have purchased and installed. 2 for my cars, one for a relative and one for my fiancee. All have been excellent with superior support and service.1101831

Fantastic. This is the 4th I have purchased from your company in the last 10 years.

Ken - 07/23/2022

by: David05/08/2021

Our hitch receiver has worked out great for us. It was relatively easy to install. I did it myself with a little bit of help from a friend. I would recommend 2 people for installing because it helps to have the second set of hands when trying to lift the receiver into place and supporting it while bolting it in. Plus, there is a little bit of a tricky procedure where you have to use a wire to get your bolts through the frame and, in my case, my friend figured that out, so I was glad he was there. If you are pretty mechanically inclined and are accustomed to using tools you can install it yourself, but if you don't do much mechanically it would probably be best to have someone install it for you. As far as the product itself, I think it is a very good product. We only use ours to put in a bike rack, so we aren't really testing it or stressing it the way a loaded trailer would, so I can't speak to it's performance under those conditions. For our use it is way more than adequate.1032273

We continue to be happy with this hitch receiver. No complaints at all.

David - 05/09/2022

My 2007 is 5 years old and the rubber hangers for the exhaust were not as easy to remove as in the video. Getting the right angle and a short prybar was the answer, but it took nearly an hour to get the three hangers loose. A combination of heat and road dirt was essentially a weld that had to be broken loose.
Other than that, the installation was as simple as the video made it look. the bolt to the fascia support is a 7/32 and that created a small search mission. Have it handy before starting. Such a simple step shouldn't cause a delay. The wires provided for the feed of the 4 main support bolts worked great. The spring steel is just what is needed and the bolts slipped through the gap and right into place. Amazing. When installed, the hitch is almost invisible--only the receiver can be seen. The wife is very pleased. Even factory hitches create more of a visual presence than this hitch and that is what she desired. Here are pics of the job... I'm very pleased with the outcome.29258

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You guys should be proud of your products, they are outstanding! And the instructions you provide even with video, make things so simple to install.Our first product from you was a hitch receiver system for our 2007 Edge. I wouldnt have tried to install it myself-or even purchase such an item-but your video made it look like I could do it....and I did! Yes, we still love your products and when we can, we buy Made in the USA!.

Gary F - 10/11/2017

by: Matthew03/23/2022

Mine arrived damaged as others in the reviews have mentioned. This is a weight and carrier issue. It was dropped several times during transit and required straightening with some creative home garage mechanics before install. The packaging could be improved to provide more protection from these drops, but this needs to be addressed directly with the carrier from etrailer to be resolved.1276480

It sounds like that the side brackets were knocked out of alignment. This can happen while in transit to our facility or to you. We do have a great FAQ that provides ways to move the brackets back into alignment so the hitch can be installed.

-- Jenny N - 04/02/2022

My Trailer Hitch Doesn't Fit

I purchased the Draw-Tite hitch for my 2014 Ford Edge SEL, don't plan to tow much but wanted the flexibility to use receiver hitch mounted accessories like bike racks and luggage storage. Choose the slightly more expensive Draw-Tite to avoid as much "modification" as necessary to my car. The instructions were good, needed to review the website pdf file once since they had just a little more detail than the paper copy provided with the hitch. The paper instructions made no mention of the need to drill the hole for the third hitch to frame bolt on each side (photos show hitch dry fit with undrilled hole location on each side). Install time was right on, took me just over an hour of work. Definitely easier to do this when the car is new and the exhaust rubber isolators are more flexible and the underside is clean. In addition to the small trimming of the heat shields as described by the instructions I had to make one small alteration to each heat shield to ensure the hitch to frame mounting bolts would clear the shields once installed. Routing the hitch to frame bolts and spacers through the frame with the supplied guide wires is more art than science and that is what took the majority of the install time. Completed all the work without lifting the vehicle (no rack or jack, photo shows exhaust supported with 2x4 blocks) and am very happy with the look and functionality.183246

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I purchased the hidden hitch (87433) and Curt T-Connector (C56160) for my 2010 Ford Edge limited. The products came packaged conveniently together and on time.

The videos were invaluable to my successful installation of the components. Without them, I would have relied on trial and error to install the wiring harness. The video for the hitch was helpful, but installation can easily be completed using just the printed instructions that came with the hitch. I watched the video for the wiring harness, completed on a 2011 Ford Escape. There is another wiring harness (T-One) that etrailer provides a video for a 2010 edge that I used also. This was helpful in finding routing locations for wires.

I deviated from the video in a few ways. First, I routed the 4-pole connector through a rubber grommet under the spare tire leading to the under-carriage. This places the connector directly between the dual exhaust, away from heat, and in close proximity to the hitch. Next, I routed the passenger side wiring harness through the rear body panel, under the lift gate threshold to the passenger side trim panel.

The whole process took me about four hours. Most of the time was spent routing wires so they were out of sight.

Side note: there are only four recommended lift points on a Ford Edge and they are pinch weld areas near the tires. I lifted the rear of the vehicle with a floor jack at the rear cross section of the sub frame. The front was less conspicuous, so I went with the pinch weld area near the front driver's side and used a jack stand as a safety measure. 191831

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My 2007 is 5 years old and the rubber hangers for the exhaust were not as easy to remove as in the video. Getting the right angle and a short prybar was the answer, but it took nearly an hour to get the three hangers loose. A combination of heat and road dirt was essentially a weld that had to be broken loose. Other than that, the installation was as simple as the video made it look. the bolt to the fascia support is a 7/32 and that created a small search mission. Have it handy before starting. Such a simple step shouldn't cause a delay. The wires provided for the feed of the 4 main support bolts worked great. The spring steel is just what is needed and the bolts slipped through the gap and right into place. Amazing. When installed, the hitch is almost invisible--only the receiver can be seen. The wife is very pleased. Even factory hitches create more of a visual presence than this hitch and that is what she desired. Here are pics of the job... I'm very pleased with the outcome. 29258305248

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You guys should be proud of your products, they are outstanding! And theinstructions you provide even with video, make things so simple to install.Our first product from you was a hitch receiver system for our 2007 Edge. Iwouldnt have tried to install it myself-or even purchase such an item-butyour video made it look like I could do it....and I did!Yes, we still love your products.

Gary F - 10/11/2017

The etrailer install videos gave me the confidence to tackle this job. I used ramps to give me more room to work, and I actually enjoyed installing it. It took me an hour and a half. You will need an extra set of hands to get the receiver onto the frame, and be careful not to accidentally push the bolts back up into the frame while you're doing this.

On this car, my dirt bike carrier sits nice and low, so loading and unloading is way more easy than if I use my truck. 474136

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So far everything has been great. Super fast shipping great communication. Will update when I get hitch installed.1311187

I like the look and easy installation. This is my second trail hitch and I have never had any issues with them.

I tried ordering this hitch through [online] and each time they sent the items for different vehicles but not for mine. It was at a lower price but what a pain.

If installing itself get someone to help you. My instructions came in three different languages but not in English?

"Thank goodness for [online]".1268904

I just love my new etrailer Hitch, for my protection I put a chrome and rubber removeable bumper. I can also put my bike rack into it or anything else I might have to trail. My Mechanic installed it for me for $80.00 , it added even more class to my hot Lincoln MKX.409623

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Working out just great. Would not drive without one it’s great added protection. I talked my friend into putting one on her Honda Accord with a bumper attachment it looks so hot and protects her and her car .

LuRu - 07/25/2018

Thanks for the follow up. We do not carry that particular brand of hitch bumpers, but I have included a link to hitch steps that we do carry that are a similar design.

-- Rachael H - 7/26/2018

Thanks for the follow up. We do not carry that particular brand of hitch bumpers, but I have included a link to hitch steps that we do carry that are a similar design.

-- Rachael H - 7/26/2018

The purchase and delivery was quick and easy. Installation was best understood by watching the YouTube video. I would recommend this product to anyone.955766

After a year and I would still recommend this product to anyone. It has served me well with no problems. I’m very happy with my purchase.

Donald - 02/11/2022

Very well-made solid product. Excellent shipping speed. I was able to complete the installation in just over an hour including dropping the exhaust, fishing wires through the frame and drilling holes for the front bolts. I'm not sure how the included instructions are but a quick watch of the online installation video the day before was all it took. I would absolutely recommend this. 676974

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by: Ken Westerfield07/24/2019

I was very pleased with the purchase of the trailer hitch and wiring kit for my 2012 Lincoln MKX. My son and I instaled the hitch and wiring kit. The directions were easy to follow and we had no problems. The product was of high quality in materials and construction. I would highly recommend your company to anyone who is looking for hitch and wiring kit.675097

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Can't afford a new truck at the moment so a trailer hitch and uhaul trailer rental will be my "truck bed" for building materials. I don't have access to a car lift so I did as others said by not bothering to lower the muffler. I just slid the hitch between the bumper and the muffler with a little bit of force, the bumper will pop back into place. If you are going to do it this way I'd recommend putting the nuts on the bolts first so they don't get pushed up into the frame of the car. The muffler holds the hitch in place while you take off the nuts and get everything lined up. Also the box that the hitch was shipped in makes a great mat to lay on while you do this in your driveway. Definitely would buy this again. 98569

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by: Gary04/18/2022

The trailer works very good. I do recommend it to anyone who wants to buy one.1287577

Excellent Fit and finish. Took about 20 min to bolt up to frame with hand tools. Fit perfectly. Install kit makes this a breeze to install.

E-Trailer gives great customer service and keeps you apprised of order status all along the way.

Would not hesitate to recommend this product to anyone.183538

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The installation was very easy, I’m not a great with cars but the included videos made the work very smooth. I did not lower the muffler and was able to mount the hitch with a bit of force. Great customer service too!!463230

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This is the third trailer hitch receiver and wire harness I bought from you guys. This time I installed on a 2011 ford explorer. All the tools needed for the installation were included. The hitch receiver fit perfectly and looks great, I have some pictures attached.
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The installation process was a smooth as the video showed. I wasn't sure about how easy the carriage
bolts would be installed, but the supplied wire pulls worked perfectly. I installed in my garage with jack stands
lifting the rear end and was able to complete it in about an 1 1/2 by myself. I wasn't not rushing. Everything lined up well. I would highly recommend this product.1197239

I received the Draw-Tite Hitch very timely like always from etrailer. I have installed many hitches in the past on all of our vehicles. This wins the trophy as the simplest hitch to install ever. It took right at an hour to install and looks great. The only part you can see is the actual receiver part. No trimming of body work needed. Very nice clean look. I highly recommend the #75992 hitch for a 2014 Ford Edge.668175

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by: Brandon Z.06/11/2019

2010 Ford Edge

Great hitch! Ended up purchasing this for a 2010 Ford Edge Limited. Needed the hitch for hauling a rental trailer so that we could move a bunch of our stuff to our new home (about an 8 hour drive away). I came into the installation without ANY real automotive experience. With that in mind, the instructions and videos were absolutely phenomenal, and I honestly wouldn't have even attempted something this involved without feeling as confident as I did watching the videos.
With that being said, if you're a complete novice like I am, plan on needing plenty of extra time for the installation. What I believe was listed as a 1 hour job (I can only assume this was for a mechanic, or someone with quite a bit of experience) took me 8-10 hours.
The only difficulty I ran into was that 2 of the holes on the hitch didn't quite line up that well on the frame of my vehicle. I'm not sure if it was a defect in the hitch or my frame or what, but it was the only thing that wasn't ideal. We were, ultimately able to get it to work; it just caused some hiccups along the way. This is the only reason I couldn't give it a full 5 stars.
As far as quality, though - I couldn't be happier. We made the trip with a full trailer behind us without any problems whatsoever. And the hitch that I wasn't ever planning on needing to use again, has been used numerous times since, now that people know we can pull a trailer. But I've never had to think twice about it. Great job etrailer.com!656709

When a trailer hitch is constructed, the manufacturer uses softer steel in the side plates as opposed to the harder steel used in the crossbar and receiver tube. This allows the hitch the flexibility to move along with the vehicle to a certain degree. This flexibility can also allow the hitch to get slightly bent out of position during shipping and handling. The good news is that its very easy to fix this if you know a few tricks as shown in the linked article.

-- Mike L - 06/14/2019

My Trailer Hitch Doesn't Fit

Great product and priced right. It was exactly what I had expected by the installation videos. Installation videos were perfect. Installation literature that came with the product was clear pictures and great explanation. Overall I would recommend etrailer.com to anyone who is looking for anything trailer related.504675

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Hitch was delivered to my house at 3pm and it was installed by 6pm including dinner and a shower. I did have the advantage of watching the installation video prior to purchase. The video encouraged me to make the purchase. The following morning I did the wiring kit with the same success. Thank you 94441

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by: Martin 01/09/2022

Looks great on vehicle. Handles towed trailer just fine.1240094