TorkLift Front Hitch X7904

[paularchibald]

Looking to see if anyone with a 7.3 has installed or attempted to install one of these. I have seen them on the 6.7 but Torklift can not confirm if this will fit on a 7.3 truck.

 

[ECHO-24]

Looking to see if anyone with a 7.3 has installed or attempted to install one of these. I have seen them on the 6.7 but Torklift can not confirm if this will fit on a 7.3 truck.

Found this picture online, guess if you don't have a winch it would be useful. I'm sure it would fit on the Gasser too.

 

[ECHO-24]

https://www.etrailer.com/Front-Receiver-Hitch/EcoHitch/306-X7904.html

 

[paularchibald]

I saw that etrailer said it fit but they don't have them in stock and when I contacted the manufacturer i was told they didn't have confirmation that it would fit. 6 months ago their site said it would fit so I wanted to know what changed and they didn't have an answer.
Thank you for all of the replies. Looks like I'll just have to find out

 

[hedge]

I have a 7.3 and the hitch in the garage but haven't attempted to install yet. (still winter here)

I would be very surprised if it didn't fit, It originally only fit the gas (6.2) when it came out and then they modified the kit to add re-locate brackets for the cooler on the 6.7.

There's also a couple other hitches available from Curt and Draw-tite. that are easier to install but they sit lower. See thread below.

Anyone install a Draw-Tite front receiver?

I've found some pics of the Torklift Ecohitch and the Curt in some other threads but was hoping to see some pics of the Draw-Tite. I like the Draw-tite because it sits up higher than the Curt but wondering if it will clear the air dam. Still also considering the Torklift but it's way more...

www.fordtremor.com

 

[paularchibald]

Well I installed the Hitch this weekend and it fits perfectly, I did have to trim more of the lower trim piece in the bumper than the instructions indicated. I will post some pics as soon as it stops raining.

 

[tremortime]

Is the one you installed the eco hidden hitch?

 

[paularchibald]

Is the one you installed the eco hidden hitch?

Yes it is.

 

[tremortime]

I'm looking to doing that same hitch in a month or two. How difficult was it really?

 

[Muddyz]

Pictures would be awesome!

 

[paularchibald]

I'm looking to doing that same hitch in a month or two. How difficult was it really?

Mine wasn't that difficult but mine is an XLT so i only have one electric plug to remove, With help you can complete in 2 hrs taking your time, The most tedious part is cutting the trim. Mine took much longer but I was also running cables for the Winch and a continuous duty relay and wiring to up fitter one to power the winch. Also connecting High Idle (SEIC set at 1200 RPM) to up fitter 4 for when using the winch.

 

[paularchibald]

 

[Muddyz]

Man this looks really good. Sure makes a man consider the hidden winch vs. this and a winch with removable carrier that could be operated front or rear. I like having the winch with me all the time though, never know when you will need it.

 

[StoneGreyTremor]

Did you have to remove the bumper to install this?

 

[paularchibald]

Did you have to remove the bumper to install this?

Yes had to remove the bumper.

 

[hedge]

Many you guys do such a nice job with the cutting of the plastic. Have any tips? I'm hoping not to butcher mine.

 

[paularchibald]

Many you guys do such a nice job with the cutting of the plastic. Have any tips? I'm hoping not to butcher mine.

The good part on my 2020 the hitch is dead center of the plastic that had to be cut so I found the center and worked out from there, Remember you can always cut more if you didn't get enough the first time. Also cover the plastic with tape and draw the area you need to cut out.

 

[paularchibald]

Here are some pics with the winch on Front, Wiring is run to use Winch on front or rear. Will get pics on Rear as well.

 

[tremortime]

That looks great and is exactly what I want to do now that its getting warmer out. Have you tried it?

 

[paularchibald]

That looks great and is exactly what I want to do now that its getting warmer out. Have you tried it?

I've used it to pull the truck up a hill just to test it, Tried it both on the front and back and worked well.