putting a hitch on??

[MarauderMatt200]

I know i know, im pretty against it, but i have an oppurtunity to get an old boat from a friend for cheap. it weighs probably around 2000 pounds. can i pull this wiht my marauder and what part number hitch should i go with? if i hate it the hitch can alwasy be removed the way i see it. Thanks for the info guys

My wife drives a 2013 Chevy Eqiunox with a 4 cylinder. front wheel drive. I was thinking of just putting it on her car but that weak little 4cylinder worries me. whar do yall think?

[loud2004marquis]

Been thinking about putting one on my grand marquis, any recommended brands?

[Marauderjack]

I've had one on mine since 2005.....pulls my 2200 pound boat just fine!!:beer:

I don't pull it often but had to have that option in case we had to evacuate for an approaching Hurricane!!:eek:

[03Merc]

U-Haul class II is what I put on My MGM. It worked great! http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/08/05/77c76c5724a861a1eeb9ef0593c818 25.jpg


2004 MM Build #1618 & DTR #537

[L.Mark]

I have the infamous custom Hidden Hitch option from Mr. Jerry!!!!

[Guittard22]

I had one on my never pulled anything so took it off than had a tag sale and sold it got 15.00 bucks lol

[Logizyme]

Kurt is the brand I had on my Vic, rated to 4000lbs distributed.

Air suspension is helpful for towing as it will lift the suspension back up to proper height after it is loaded.

[O's Fan Rich]

Had Uhaul in Whitehall, PA (McArthur Rd) install mine on the CV.
I have towed my Harley on the trailer with it twice. Hauled the stuff from the house in PA to Fl when I moved and made other trips back and forth with it.
Used it to pick up stuff at the home center, haul an engine across FL, get an air compressor.... and much other stuff!
The Vic never missed a beat and performed flawlessly.

The Marauder did not have a hitch.... it was too sensitive for that.

[cruzer]

I have passed down my 1992 U Haul Grand Marquis hitch to my 1999 and now my Marauder. Perfect fit and very sturdy. I have hauled over 2000 # over 1500 miles driving from PA to TX. Mountains were no problem when you use your transmission and brakes like you are supposed to. Air lifts really help. Be sure they install it so you won't hit your bumper when connecting. Just my 2 cents. Maury

[juno]

I went with the hidden hitch, had it on for 10 years??
A Uhaul one is simple. Call them, drive up and they put it on.

[mossiehorn]

one of the nicest haulers I have ever had. used to pull my boat all the time.

[justbob]

Properly dispersed weight on the trailer would equal only 200 pounds at the tongue. I see no reason whatsoever to worry about that or the 2,000 load.


Builder Of Badassery

[lifespeed]

I put the Valley class III on, works great. Out of production now I believe. I would stay away from the little class II receivers, those are for Prius'. I think Curt makes a good class III for panther.

[Dragcity]

If only you were closer. I have a brand new one hanging in my garage. Used it for one week, removed it. It is a CURT P/N 13404. That is the one that will work well for your Marauder.

[lifespeed]

The Curt part number for the class III is 13707.

[88LTDCV351]

I thought about getting a bicycle and bicycle rack for the back but moved on to other priorities. But I did have a hitch installed. Have never used it so far. But it does make the bumper sag less evident. lol

http://www.mercurymarauder.net/forums/showthread.php?t=74885

[Spectragod]

The Curt part number for the class III is 13707.

^^^Curt makes good stuff^^^

[lifespeed]

^^^Curt makes good stuff^^^

Yes they do. And the Marauder (or panthers in general) are not only nice cars, but extremely versatile and durable. I really like that I don't need a pickup/SUV to meet my need for medium-duty towing. The money I save on a third vehicle goes right where it belongs - Marauder upgrades!

[Spectragod]

I found something more versitile for towing, besides, my MM is a DTR, doubt it would tow anything, it can barely get out of its own way......

http://www.mercurymarauder.net/forums/pictures.php?albumid=59&pictureid=1536styleid=10

[justbob]

Yes they do. And the Marauder (or panthers in general) are not only nice cars, but extremely versatile and durable. I really like that I don't need a pickup/SUV to meet my need for medium-duty towing. The money I save on a third vehicle goes right where it belongs - Marauder upgrades!


Marauder can't tow itself! [emoji4]


Builder Of Badassery

[Comin' in Hot]

Marauder can't tow itself! [emoji4]


Builder Of Badassery

but it could tow its twin

[MarauderMatt200]

as always, good info fellas!! thanks

[MarauderMatt200]

i really thought yall would make fun of me for putting a hitch on my Marauder :shake:

[lifespeed]

Marauder can't tow itself! [emoji4]


Builder Of Badassery

LOL, haven't needed to tow the Marauder yet. But I don't have over 500HP either. Yet.

[jass_BH]

I have one on my Marauder [emoji16] but never used it, it came with the car when i imported it from USA back in 2011


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[MOTOWN]

LOL, haven't needed to tow the Marauder yet. But I don't have over 500HP either. Yet.

Im anxious to hear about your experience / opinion of the Wilwood brakes Aero kit?

[lifespeed]

Im anxious to hear about your experience / opinion of the Wilwood brakes Aero kit?

I've got numerous things that all have to fit together, including wheels that may have a 4-3/4" bolt pattern in the rear to better fit a Speedway Engineering full-floater 9". So the front brake upgrade has been delayed due to the ripple effect.

I'll order the 20" wheels when I am 100% sure what width and lug pattern is going on the rear. Then have them sent to Weldcraft for widening . . . :rolleyes:

[gpfarrell]

I've had a Curt for years, use it mostly for the bike rack. I don't even notice it unless I look for it. I assume it's still on the car!