Forward mounted trailer hitch.

[Bryan 2530]

Has any installed a forward mounted 2" receiver on their tow vehicle???

I'm thinking of putting one on my Ram 1500 to make it easier to put the boat into its winter resting spot. I have never used a trailer in that configuration before but I assume it would provide greater maneuverability because of the steering wheels being closer to the pivot.

Any thought or suggestions. Parts?

 

[ryanc2]

never on a truck, but the marina I used to work at had one mounted on the front of a fork lift and it made moving boat trailers a dream.

 

[Dave]

It works great if you require more manuverability. Also try JC Whitney on line, they have them too. Problem is too much weight on the front wheels and not much in the rear, so traction is an issue if you are trying to go up or down hill.

http://www.jcwhitney.com/CURT-FRONT-MOU ... _10101.jcw

 

[Sleigher]

I have one on the front of my Dodge. Ram 2500 Diesel.
I had some very tight spots to put my boat(s) away.
It can make the difference between getting it in and not getting it done at all.
I did crack my transfer case twice but I installed a heavier box the last time and haven't had an issue since.
Mine is welded in.
Don't use it to tow your boat on the freeway.

Peter