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Javi · 02-20-2018, 08:11 AM

my cougar has the sliding bumper, if you're going to install a hitch you're going to have to remove the sliding bumper. And have a welding Fab Company install a completely new bumper which will support your hitch to the frame.

This sliding bumper was a brilliant idea with a lackluster execution. I wouldn't put the 24 quart ice chest on that goofy thing if I were going to pull the trailer down the road. Not to mention with the overhang from the rear wheels the spare tire hits when you go over a speed bump can you imagine with another 24 to 36 inches behind it.

Javi

02-20-2018, 08:11 AM	#3
Javi Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Waco, Tx Posts: 5,457	my cougar has the sliding bumper, if you're going to install a hitch you're going to have to remove the sliding bumper. And have a welding Fab Company install a completely new bumper which will support your hitch to the frame. This sliding bumper was a brilliant idea with a lackluster execution. I wouldn't put the 24 quart ice chest on that goofy thing if I were going to pull the trailer down the road. Not to mention with the overhang from the rear wheels the spare tire hits when you go over a speed bump can you imagine with another 24 to 36 inches behind it. Javi __________________ 2015 Ford F350 DRW 6.7 Diesel XL 2020 Avalanche 313 RS