Welded on Class II hitch

browns1964 · 08-02-2011, 03:35 PM

Hey folks, need some help. Bought a 23' dual axle travel trailer (3300 lbs) to replace a pop-up camper. Current class II hitch is welded to the rear of the frame rails. New trailer has larger hitch ball. Dealer was going to install Class III hitch but since the old one is welded on how do I proceed? V6 Auto engine/tranny.

*FLOffroad* · 08-02-2011, 04:05 PM

...a grinder is the first thing and only thing that springs to my mind.
Good luck.

sjr033 · 08-02-2011, 06:43 PM

The aftermarket Class III mount below the factory Class II. So you will have 2 hitches.

**JohnnyO** · 08-03-2011, 07:28 AM

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Originally Posted by sjr033

The aftermarket Class III mount below the factory Class II. So you will have 2 hitches.

And it's going to hang real low too. Seen one on a regular Explorer once.
Two options:
Order the Class III crossmember and hitch from Ford and replace the old one. Cost +/- $1000.
Cut off only the Class II hitch and find someone who can weld really good. Cost a Benjamin or two, or maybe just a case of beer depending on who you know. The problem you may run into is that a welder may not want the liability these days.

08-02-2011, 03:35 PM	#1
browns1964 Wannabe Elite Explorer Cleveland, OH '07 Sporttrac Join Date: Aug 2011 Posts: 3 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	Welded on Class II hitch Hey folks, need some help. Bought a 23' dual axle travel trailer (3300 lbs) to replace a pop-up camper. Current class II hitch is welded to the rear of the frame rails. New trailer has larger hitch ball. Dealer was going to install Class III hitch but since the old one is welded on how do I proceed? V6 Auto engine/tranny.

08-02-2011, 04:05 PM	#2
FLOffroad Elite Explorer 08 Sport Trac Limited V6 Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 774 Vehicle Specs	...a grinder is the first thing and only thing that springs to my mind. Good luck.

08-02-2011, 06:43 PM	#3
sjr033 Wannabe Elite Explorer Portage, MI 2001 SPORT Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 703 Vehicle Specs	The aftermarket Class III mount below the factory Class II. So you will have 2 hitches.