Anyone install a 'U-Haul' hitch on their Libby?

[K9 DAD]

Well seeing what the dealer is charging, I'm thinking of going to U-Haul for a hitch. Anyone who has one, can you post a pic.? Anyone have any thoughts?

Thanks

 

[the1jferg]

http://www.thefergusons.us/kj/kj.htm

I did it in 02 when it first came out and U-Haul was about the only one who sold it. it was more expensive then. I think it was less than $150 with the wiring harness Installed. It is easy to install yourself.

 

[Flaren]

It's not a KJ, but my boyfriend does have a U-Haul hitch installed on his TJ. He beats the ever loving snot out of the hitch, he tows things everywhere, mainly boats and the like, so the hitch usually ends up getting saltwater all over it. He's had it for a little over a year, and it seems to have held up fine, even after being rearended a few months ago. I'm thinking of having one installed on my KJ, too.

 

[K9 DAD]

Thanks for the responses (biggrin)

I checked with U-Haul and they're ALOT cheaper than the dealer! I was quoted a price of $230 for a class 3 hitch w/ wiring and installation.

Now. Having a Renegade, which has skid plates, will they interfere with the installation at all?

Thanks again

 

[Blue KJ in PA]

I used Draw-tite #75128 because I like the hidden look and it is one piece. But any hitch will work with skids you just have to drop the skid bolts out and hold the skids and hitch up as they use the same bolt holes.

 

[K9 DAD]

I used Draw-tite #75128 because I like the hidden look and it is one piece. But any hitch will work with skids you just have to drop the skid bolts out and hold the skids and hitch up as they use the same bolt holes.

I like the look of that one. Thanks

 

[Blue KJ in PA]

Draw-tite

Also the Draw-tite #75128 is a Class IV hitch 5000lbs rated and more you'll even need on the KJ

 

[BluPhant]

I have the tubular U-Haul hitch. It's fine, easy to install. I'm actually moving this weekend, I'll snap a pic of the libby with the 6x12 trailer behind it

-Blu

 

[K9 DAD]

I have the tubular U-Haul hitch. It's fine, easy to install. I'm actually moving this weekend, I'll snap a pic of the libby with the 6x12 trailer behind it

-Blu

Thanks \/

 

[BluPhant]

Well, the move is done, and I neglected to take your picture, sorry. I'll snap a pic tonight if I have any time. Ping me in a couple days (PM) if I neglect to post

Just been very busy w/ the move & all.

-Blu

 

[Eddo]

I have one on my KJ. Works great and was fairly inexpensive. Like around 125 dollars. Tows a 2000lb trailer without problems plus been banged on numerous rocks at moab and still works great.

 

[doc390]

Ok so far on my '05. I do have to open the tailgate door to hook onto the trailer..... otherwise I can't clear the spare tire. That's w/ a 2" drop on the hitch insert.

Easy install, though, on the U-Haul.

 

[JeepJeepster]

Ive got the 06497 draw tite rated at 7500/750, which i feel very safe towing 5000lbs with. i would not want a 5000k rated hitch and tow 5k, i like being over prepared. I think it was around 130 from etrailer.com.

And i highly recommend it b/c it extends out further than the stock hitch/uhaul and a 9in hitch with 2in drop works great!!

 

[squirrellydw]

pictures

Anyone have any pictures of the drawtite hitch installed??

 

[Amarony]

Drawtite

Drawtite Class III hitch

http://www.cardomain.com/ride/855554/1

 

[squirrellydw]

thanks

thanks, I think i am going to get one