User guide
Part Numbers:
51016
Spacers required to
space receiver down
to clear rivets. Top of
rivets may have to be
filed to ensure spacers
sit flat to frame and
receiver.
Ford F-Series - Full Size Pickup Trucks
1979 and earlier 34" & 38" wide frame Ford Cab & Chassis
Rev. A6-27-06N51016Sheet 3 of 5
z 2001, 2006 Cequent Towing Products
Lock Washer 1/2Qty. (2)Spacer 1/4 X 1.50 X 2.00Qty. (12)
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Bolt 1/2-13 X 2.25Qty. (2)Conical Washer ½Qty. (6)
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Hex Nut 1/2-13Qty. (6)
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Nut M12 X 1.75Qty. (2)Bolt 1/2-13 X 2.00Qty. (4)
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Spacer 7/16 X 1.00 X 2.00Qty. (2)
Flanged Locknut 1/2-20Qty. (6)
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Bolt M12 X 1.75 X 45Qty. (2)
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Hardened Flat WasherQty. (8)
2
Spacer 1/4 X 1.00 X 2.00Qty. (4)
8
Bolt 1/2-20 X 1.50Qty. (6)
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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.
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Note: Cab & Chassis Only
To install this receiver there must be 18" of unobstructed frame
along with clearance for the crosstube assembly at the center of
the vehicle.
1. Tighten the 1/2-20 hex bolts installed as shown on page 1 to
90 lb.-Ft.(122 N*M)
2. Position and center the receiver assembly on vehicle frame.
Rearmost slot in receiver should not be located closer than 3/4"
from the end of the frame. To clear the rivets in the frame place
a spacer between side brackets and vehicle frame at each
attachment. Clamp receiver to the frame.
Note:
On some units even with spacers in place, the top of the
rivets may have to be ground or filed off to ensure that the
attaching surfaces sit flat on the frame.
3. Using the slots in the side brackets as templates, center punch
and drill six (6) 1/2" diameter holes. See General Notes
regarding the use of existing holes.
4. Install fasteners in each side as shown.
Note: Hitch Cannot
be installed with 16” spare tire. Spare tire must be relocated.
1. Position and center the receiver assembly on vehicle frame.
To clear rivets in the frame, place two (2) spacers between
side brackets and vehicle frame at first and center attachments.
Clamp receiver to the frame.
2. Using the rearmost slots in the side brackets as templates,
center punch and drill two (2) 1/2" diameter holes. See
General Notes regarding drilling holes.
3. Install fasteners in rearmost slot each side as shown making
sure that two (2) spacers are placed between side bracket and
frame. Tighten to 75 lb.-Ft.(102 N*M)
4. Center receiver crosstube assembly on vehicle.
5. With bolts in rearmost holes tightened, force forward
attachment flanges outboard such that inboard portion of
the slots are centered on the frame. Using the forward attaching
slots as templates, center punch and drill two (2) 1/2" diameter
holes. It is important that drilled hole is centered on the frame
flange to ensure adequate material between hole and inside
edge of frame.
6. Install fasteners in forward attachment as shown.
7. Using the center attaching slots as templates, center punch and
drill two (2) 1/2" diameter holes. Install fasteners through center
attachment as shown making sure that the two (2) spacers are between
side brackets and frame.
Ford F-Series Full Size Pickup Trucks 1980 and later 38" wide frames
Does not fit Flareside units with fiber glass valance panels
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Crossmember
and rivet
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Crossmember
and rivet
Force bracket
outboard to ensure
drilled hole in frame
is centered.
Tighten all 1/2-20 GR5 fasteners with torque wrench to 90 Lb.-Ft. (122 N*M)
Tighten all 1/2-13 GR5 fasteners with torque wrench to 75 Lb.-Ft. (102 N*M)
Tighten all M12 CL10.9 fasteners with torque wrench to 75 Lb.-Ft. (102 N*M
)
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Form: F205 Rev A 5-6-05