2002-2005 Ford Explorer Tow Hitch Bolts

So today I finally found a 2in tow hitch for my Ex and I am wondering if anyone happens to know what the bolt size is for the bolts that attach it to the frame. I think that the larget hitch needs more bolts which is the reason that I ask, because on the 1 3/4" I see spaces for 2 more bolts on each side.

I can take them off and then match them up so it isn't a big deal, I would just like to get them first if I can so I don't have to borrow a car to get them.

Thanks. I know this is a long shot.

 

[Ronin8002]

When I swapped mine I reused the same bolts. Not all those holes in the frame are threaded, just 3 per side just like the small hitch.

 

[thebrakeman]

Typical class 2 hitch (1¼", 3500 lbs, no WDH) may only attach at 4 points.
Once you get something that can handle a WDH, they will want 6 points (3 per side).

 

[Explorer0204]

Typical class 2 hitch (1¼", 3500 lbs, no WDH) may only attach at 4 points.
Once you get something that can handle a WDH, they will want 6 points (3 per side).

My class 2 had two bolts total I ordered 4 more because I need to attach to all three points (like you said)

For the sake of anyone else who reads this the bolts you need are
10.9 M14x2.0x45mm

you can use anywhere from 30 to 45 mm though and they would be long enough. Just that the stock ones are 45 so I went with that.