front hitch mount

I'd be interested in one as well.
Maybe a design that would utilize the front tow hook mounting areas to keep it in line with the chasis.
The tow hooks could still be attached to the mount, and the receiver, would be as strong as the rear bcause it is mounted directly to the frame.

As far as sticking out. I don't think it would be that much of an issue. better protection from parrallel parkers if you want to know the truth.

[Big Dad]

Originally Posted by Lex_Ordo

I'd be interested in one as well.
Maybe a design that would utilize the front tow hook mounting areas to keep it in line with the chasis.
The tow hooks could still be attached to the mount, and the receiver, would be as strong as the rear bcause it is mounted directly to the frame.

As far as sticking out. I don't think it would be that much of an issue. better protection from parrallel parkers if you want to know the truth.

I like that pintle hook and trailer setup you've acquired. Was it through DRMO?

[GPan099]

Definately interested. Living in the city, the idea of a removable winch is very attractive, both for security and parking reasons. I wonder if they have any details/photos on the install?

[H3slate]

Originally Posted by GPan099

Definately interested. Living in the city, the idea of a removable winch is very attractive, both for security and parking reasons. I wonder if they have any details/photos on the install?

I emailed the company and hopefully get some specs/pics of the setup. I will have to look at the front end on my 3 to see where it would possibly bolt on and how far it would stick out. Ideally for me, I would like it to barely stick out of a cut out in the front lower bumper, like what the H2 has.

wpage, any pics of your setup?

[06-H3]

I just installed a front hitch on my '06, along with a 9,000 lb winch. If you'd like I can try to get some pics this afternoon and post them here. The hitch does not stick out past the front of the bumper, hardly even notice it is on there. You have to remove the front skid plate, though, in order for it to bolt to the frame. I'm now working on trying to modify the skid plate in such a way that I can bolt it back on.

[H3slate]

Originally Posted by 06-H3

I just installed a front hitch on my '06, along with a 9,000 lb winch. If you'd like I can try to get some pics this afternoon and post them here. The hitch does not stick out past the front of the bumper, hardly even notice it is on there. You have to remove the front skid plate, though, in order for it to bolt to the frame. I'm now working on trying to modify the skid plate in such a way that I can bolt it back on.

That would be great!

[06-H3]

Originally Posted by H3slate

That would be great!

I got a few pics taken last night, but didn't get a chance to upload them yet. I will do it in the next day or so and post them here.

But just as an FYI, I did all my shopping for parts at www.etrailer.com. I bought the front trailer hitch, the winch mount and the winch. I'm now looking to get a new battery and replace the winch power cables with a quick disconnect set up that can reach both the front and the back of the truck so I can mount the winch on the front or rear, depending on the situation I find myself in.

Putting the trailer hitch on was the hardest part. The angle to get the front two bolts on (there are 4 total) was a real pain. There is no drilling required, but there isn't much room. I have a buddy with a garage lift so I went over to his place to install everything. Looking back, it probably would have been easier to remove the front bumper to put everything on, but it isn't necessary. Anyway, I'll try to get my pics posted by tomorrow.

Originally Posted by Big Dad

I like that pintle hook and trailer setup you've acquired. Was it through DRMO?

No just from a surplus dealer. I had to spend a few months tracking down the OEM's for some of the parts, but the trailer was in un-issued conditoin to begin with so a small amount of rust cleanup, and paint did wonders.
The resat was just additions to bring it back up to originality.

The front receiver would be great to add another Pintle to. Hit my bumper! Go ahead. I dare you.

[Big Dad]

Originally Posted by Lex_Ordo

No just from a surplus dealer. I had to spend a few months tracking down the OEM's for some of the parts, but the trailer was in un-issued conditoin to begin with so a small amount of rust cleanup, and paint did wonders.
The resat was just additions to bring it back up to originality.

The front receiver would be great to add another Pintle to. Hit my bumper! Go ahead. I dare you.

No doubt, a pintle usually puts a rather nice dimple in anything!

I'd like to find a trailer like that...I think there's an online DRMO before I started scrounging at military bases. Thanks again for the info! I think you did a great job with it.