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Any idea if the mounting holes are the same on the frame of a 2021 as a 2020 and older for a front hitch? Anyone install a front hitch on their 2021? So far I haven't found any websites that guarantee fitment on a 2021 F150. I'm assuming it will probably take some time for manufacturers to design one if the frame is different.

Not that there is any rush, I don't even have a VIN 6 weeks after placing my order ?

Mostly just use it for a cargo carrier or bike rack when towing my camper.
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Any idea if the mounting holes are the same on the frame of a 2021 as a 2020 and older for a front hitch? Anyone install a front hitch on their 2021? So far I haven't found any websites that guarantee fitment on a 2021 F150. I'm assuming it will probably take some time for manufacturers to design one if the frame is different.

Not that there is any rush, I don't even have a VIN 6 weeks after placing my order ?

Mostly just use it for a cargo carrier or bike rack when towing my camper.
I've been looking into the same thing but unfortunately haven't come up with one yet. I need one to throw my dirt bike on when towing the trailer. Hopefully one comes available that does not hang down to low and fits "high and tight".
 

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I just bought some receiver hitch stock off ebay, since I plan on welding something up.

The power airdam will indeed interfere with any underslung front hitch. Even if the frame is compatible with prior gen hitches.

I plan to mount mine right where the intercooler goes on the turbo trucks, since I have a V8, I looked underneath and there is plenty of room as well as several mounting possibilities.

My main reason will be for hauling 20’ sticks of steel tubing with a roofrack but it will also be a good option for a receiver mounted winch, bike rack, etc...
 

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Good luck; I want a front hitch for maneuvering a travel trailer in my yard, will wait until the truck arrives, crawl under and see what I can weld up....
 

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I ordered these off eBay, the 12” length was $20 and the pair of 6” ones were $25:

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The local steel supplier has blanks but they’re overpriced. I looked for unpainted but painted is fine. I will put up some pictures of underneath the truck next chance I get. I will probably make some measurements too.
 

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I ordered these off eBay, the 12” length was $20 and the pair of 6” ones were $25:

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The local steel supplier has blanks but they’re overpriced. I looked for unpainted but painted is fine. I will put up some pictures of underneath the truck next chance I get. I will probably make some measurements too.
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Today, I installed the Curt #31083 front hitch. I removed the automatic air dam and motors. Trimmed a 4 X 1 inch slot in the center bottom edge of the outer dam. You need two people and a small screw jack to spread the arms slightly. It fits fine with 10 inches of road clearance to bottom of 2 in. tubing.
 

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Today, I installed the Curt #31083 front hitch. I removed the automatic air dam and motors. Trimmed a 4 X 1 inch slot in the center bottom edge of the outer dam. You need two people and a small screw jack to spread the arms slightly. It fits fine with 10 inches of road clearance to bottom of 2 in. tubing.
If you get a chance, would be great to see some pictures of what it looks like installed.
 

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I ordered these off eBay, the 12” length was $20 and the pair of 6” ones were $25:

BF6A9D49-7A7D-492B-B840-E780E085D274.jpeg


The local steel supplier has blanks but they’re overpriced. I looked for unpainted but painted is fine. I will put up some pictures of underneath the truck next chance I get. I will probably make some measurements too.
I'm sure lots of us would like to know/see the outcome. If you have any pictures of the process...

....please.
 

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Today, I installed the Curt #31083 front hitch. I removed the automatic air dam and motors. Trimmed a 4 X 1 inch slot in the center bottom edge of the outer dam. You need two people and a small screw jack to spread the arms slightly. It fits fine with 10 inches of road clearance to bottom of 2 in. tubing.
Is your truck a Powerboost?
 

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Any pictures? I am about to install a front hitch and then a hitch mounted winch. Curt says 5000lb rating, but Reese has one that says 9000 lbs straight pull rating.

Would love to see pics mounted. I ditched that silly air dam long ago so not worried about that.
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