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Old Mar 5, 2010 | 06:57 PM
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What is the difference between round and square tubing for hitches and which is the best? I see both types with the same Class ratings.

2005 F150 STX EXT Cab 4X4 4.6L 6.5' Bed:

What types and brands of receiver hitches have you had good luck with, as far as price, looks, installation and durability? I will be towing a light trailer, nothing heavy, couple of ATV's. I have a big truck to do the heavy pulling. Has anyone used Cabela's hitches? I have had good luck with some of their products but have never used their automotive items. Thanks in advance.

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Old Mar 5, 2010 | 08:44 PM
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Mine came from UHaul. Cost$120 I think. Its a class 5 and was an easy install.
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Old Mar 5, 2010 | 08:51 PM
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Uhaul, Reese,Drawtite they are all good.Just get the one that mounts like the factory hitch and it will be a simple install..
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Old Mar 5, 2010 | 10:48 PM
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mine is a factory hitch and wired with the flat 4 plug and round plugs.

If you are going to put it on your self, take it to a line-x dealer and have them spray it for you but not the portions where you attach it to the frame as that may not fit right. this shouldn't be much and will protect the hitch from rusting.
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Old Mar 5, 2010 | 10:50 PM
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Stock Ford. Check your local junkyards, you might find one at a good price

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Old Mar 5, 2010 | 11:42 PM
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If you go with the uhaul, take the big uhaul sticker off please...
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Old Mar 6, 2010 | 12:52 AM
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Originally Posted by camstng66
If you go with the uhaul, take the big uhaul sticker off please...
+1.. but they really glue those damn things on.

TR - nice pic there.
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