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Reese 37081 PREMIUM RECEIVER User Manual

Installation instructions, Part numbers

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Installation Instructions

Chevrolet/GMC Pickup ( All w/8’ box), Dodge pickup (All

except D50 and vehicles with Heavy Duty Suspension), Dodge

Ramcharger ( Except with skid shield), *Ford Pickup (All) 1980

and later Ford-(see Step 6), Ford Bronco, Ford F350 Super Duty

Cab & Chassis, International Pickup, Plymouth Trailduster

(Except with skid shield)

Part Numbers:

41504
37081
44143
87480

Equipment Required:

Wrenches: 3/4, 13/16, 7/8

Drill Bits: 1/2”

1

Mounting Flange

(Shown Pointing inboard
for 34” Frames)

1.

Remove spare tire from vehicle. Note: To retain under-box tire stowage, spare tire carrier will have to be relocated and/or modified.

Note: On some Ford Pickup models equipped with 16” spare tire, it will be necessary to adjust spare tire cradle to retain under vehicle tire

stowage after hitch is installed.

2.

Measure vehicle frame width. For 34” Frames, position side bracket with mounting flanges pointing inboard. For 38” Frames, position bracket

with mounting flanges pointing outboard.

3.

Lift bracket into position, placing rear-most mounting tab at end of vehicle frame. Clamp bracket to frame.

4.

Using slotted holes in bracket as a guide , drill (6) 1/2” diameter holes in frame. Note: In some cases, it may be possible to use existing holes

in frame.

5.

Install side bracket mounting fasteners as Shown, placing blocks inside frame. Do NOT tighten at this time.

6.

* 1980-Later Ford Pickups require 1685 Fastener Kit. (Order Separately)

7.

Repeat Step 3, 4, and 5 on opposite side of vehicle.

8.

Install Crosstube Assembly into side brackets. Install bolts, flat washers and flanged locknuts. Torque to 95 LB-FT. (129 N*M).

9.

Tighten all side brackets to frame fasteners to 75 LB-FT. (102 N*M).

Rev. C

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N41504

Sheet 1 of 1

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2002, 2003, 2006 Cequent Towing Products

* Block 1/4 X 1-1/2 X 2

Qty. (2)

Hex Bolt 1/2-20 X 1.50

Qty. (6)

5

5

5

5

* Block 1/4 X 1-1/2 X 2

Qty. (2)

Hex Nut 1/2-13

Qty. (6)

4

4

4

4

* Bevel Washer

Qty. (4)

9

9

9

9

Conical Washer 1/2

Qty. (6)

3

3

3

3

* Block 5/8 X 1 X 2

Qty. (2)

Flat Washer

Qty. (6)

6

6

6

6

* Carriage Bolt 1/2-13 X 2.25

Qty. (6)

8

8

8

8

Block

Qty. (6)

2

2

2

2

Flange Locknut 1/2-20

Qty. (6)

7

7

7

7

Carriage Bolt 1/2-13 X 1.75

Qty. (6)

1

1

1

1

Note: check hitch frequently, making sure all fasteners and ball are properly tightened. If hitch is removed, plug all holes in trunk pan or other body panels to
prevent entry of water and exhaust fumes. A hitch or ball which has been damaged should be removed and replaced. Observe safety precautions when working
beneath a vehicle and wear eye protection. Do not cut access or attachment holes with a torch.
This product complies with safety specifications and requirements for connecting devices and towing systems of the state of New York, V.E.S.C. Regulation V-5
and SAE J684.

Fastener Kit: 01130-557

Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle

Manufacturer’s Rating or

500 (227Kg)

5000 (2270 Kg)

Weight Carrying

Ball Mount

1000 (454 Kg)

10,000 (4540 Kg)

Weight Distributing

Max Tongue

WT (LB)

Max Gross

Trailer WT (LB)

Hitch type

Wiring Access Location: PU1, PU2

Form: F205 Rev A 5-6-05

3

4

2

5

6

7

For above Applications when equipped with

“Deep Drop” Step Bumpers

Note: 1981 and Later, Chevrolet & GMC Application with Step Bumpers Require removal of support brackets to
the Frame. These brackets should be retained for replacement upon removal of the hitch. The Step Bumper

should Not Be Used for towing with the brackets removed

.

8

2

3

4

9

* Item are in Fastener Kit 1685

Special Installation Instructions-1980-Later Ford P.U. See Figure 2.

1.

Complete Steps 1 through 5 Figure 1.

2.

Attach receiver to vehicle as shown above. Note: that the block (Item 2), conical washer (Item 3) and hex nut (Item 4) used are included with

the fasteners provide with the receiver.

3.

See Step 7, 8, and 9 on Figure 1.

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11

11

12

Figure 1.

Figure 2.