Draw-Tite 65074 front hitch question

[Billf6531]

I have a 2024 TRD Off Road Premium with KDSS.

Has anyone installed a Draw-Tite 65074 front hitch on a KDSS 4R?

Does the hitch interfere with removing the skid plate to access the oil filter?

Many thanks for any actual facts.

Bill

EDIT: ... and the answer is: It does NOT interfere with removal of the front skid plate to access the oil filter. The only issue is that the lower radiator air dam between the bumper and the front skid plate will no longer fit. I used a thin piece of slightly flexible PVC/ABS to mirror the size of the stock air dam, and about an inch wider/longer to slide it above the hitch and into the bumper cavity. I used the two stock holes in the skid plate where the OEM air dam fastened to secure it. It prevents road debris from damaging the AC condenser and radiator.

 

[Humble Leader]

I would actually email or contact e trailer. they are pretty good. I know for non KDSS there is a curt version that works well. but I am not sure for KDSS. those front hitches reduce ground clearance though so keep that in mind

I wanted a front hitch to haul mountain bikes up front vs in the rear. but in canada land that curt hitch costs almost $500 + the carrier attachment... so ya no Ill use my roof cross bars and heave the bikes up there

 

[Billf6531]

Thank you for the suggestion, however I'm interested in a response from someone that has actually installed this hitch, and can indicate if it does or does not prevent the removal of the skid plate when an oil filter change is required.