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Brad · 12-23-2006, 02:54 PM

The receiver on the hitch is actually about 12" long. Much longer than is really necessary and in fact the end buts up against the tank so no mounting it farther back. However, I think I can get away with cutting about 3-4" off the front and then the lic. plate will hang down properly.

Also, at first I was concerned with how low the tube sat in the hitch, but I think it offers more protection this way and if needed, I can always just mount the receiver tube upside down in the hitch for a trailer to sit level.

12-23-2006, 02:54 PM	#12
Brad Out of the carpool lane. Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: Clark Co, WA Posts: 5,673	Re: Not so hidden hitch protecting fuel tank and rear bumper install The receiver on the hitch is actually about 12" long. Much longer than is really necessary and in fact the end buts up against the tank so no mounting it farther back. However, I think I can get away with cutting about 3-4" off the front and then the lic. plate will hang down properly. Also, at first I was concerned with how low the tube sat in the hitch, but I think it offers more protection this way and if needed, I can always just mount the receiver tube upside down in the hitch for a trailer to sit level. __________________ 1968 C-10 SWB, 5.7 Vortec/700R4/3.73 posi, Torch Red 1968 Camaro, 250/Powerglide, all original (No, I'm not gonna drop a 350 in it!...Jeez!) 2000 Honda VFR in the faster yellow! 2008 Husqvarna TE-610 1967 C-10 SWB 'Six Appeal'-Gone but not forgotten...