Trailer hitch

[Laura]

Does anybody no who in Arizona makes a trailer hitch for the new H3. I could kick myself for not getting the upgrade but now its to late. I called and was told theres no such thing because they are so new. Or if i wait a couple months will there be a after market that the dealership will but on? what do you people think.....

[aggiehummer...er]

From my understanding, if you do not get the hitch from the factory it is extremely difficult (read: almost impossible) to put a hitch on, due to muffler placement.

I could be wrong, but that was my take on it.

[Laura]

****....and whats the difference on my muffler compared to a h3 with a hitch from the factory.
Maybeeeee i should call pimp my ride for the fabracation...Just kidding..I guess there will be somebody who will come out with the fix or Ill take it to this welder guy thats known for hitches here in twon and hve one special made

[f5fstop]

Nothing is impossible.
It is not that the muffler would be different, but if it has to be removed to install, that adds cost. The dealer would have to pay a technician to remove the muffler, and from looking at the procedure, it is not an easy muffler to remove.
But, if it is sold as a dealer installed accessory, it can be installed.
My suggestion is to call the dealer, or dealers.

[f5fstop]

I'll add some information to my previous post.
I just looked under a H3 here in the shop and I do not see any reason why, the muffler would even have to be moved; let alone removed, to install a hitch.
It appears to be plenty of room, and the hitch is attached to the side rails with what appears to be pre-drilled holes.
In fact, from what I could see, if you purchase a hitch, your husband should be able to install.
Again, not totally confirmed, but that is what it appears to be when looking at it from the ground.

[entheos]

I was told that the factory trailer hitch has a different bumper than the non-hitch H3's. The trailer hitch is some 4 to 5" above a new Yukon, so it requires a drop receiver in most situations.

I would surmise the reason for putting it so high and into the bumper was so that the departure angle wouldn't be too adversely affected, but an H3 at my dealers test track did scrape the hitch a bit. My terminology of receiver and hitch may be off, but keep in mind that your H3 has a slightly better departure angle than hitched H3's.

[f5fstop]

Originally posted by entheos:
I was told that the factory trailer hitch has a different bumper than the non-hitch H3's. The trailer hitch is some 4 to 5" above a new Yukon, so it requires a drop receiver in most situations.

I would surmise the reason for putting it so high and into the bumper was so that the departure angle wouldn't be too adversely affected, but an H3 at my dealers test track did scrape the hitch a bit. My terminology of receiver and hitch may be off, but keep in mind that your H3 has a slightly better departure angle than hitched H3's.

You are correct, something I never thought to look at this morning when looking at the hitch mount. The bumper that comes from the factory with a hitch has a large piece cut out where the hitch goes to allow the hitch to ride up high. Probably as you mentioned, to keep the angle of departure as high as possible.
The factory bumper without a hitch, is almost the same height in the middle as where the bottom of the trailer hitch is mounted.

[Dogger]

I found this place on-line, says they will have a Reese available 9-15-05 and already have a Draw Tite available. I know it is not local but does have free shipping.

Good Luck


H3 Hitch

[Laura]

I just love this web site...Im learning so much and my husband dosnt no how I know so much...its my secrete, I go home from work so educated about my H3 and when he says something about the truck i come back with good answers. We are headed out of twon to night in his truck and 5th wheel. I will just mention the stuff i learned today about my hitch...like im a no it all....he he

[HIHUMMER]

I'm right there with you Laura! This is my little secret too...

[HummerNewbie]

So HIHUMMER, I see you have just made your first two posts. Do you have an H3 or are you looking to get one? Either way, welcome.

[socalH3]

Well I found one on ebay from Draw Tight. I'll ad the link. good luck..

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Trailer-Hitch-06-HUMMER-...temZ7995653993QQrdZ1

[HIHUMMER]

Originally posted by HummerNewbie:
So HIHUMMER, I see you have just made your first two posts. Do you have an H3 or are you looking to get one? Either way, welcome.

Thanks!!
My baby is a month old today!! Already have about 3000 miles on it. I drive the hell out of it! LOVIN IT! A big change from what I use to drive!

[H3OH]

HIHUMMER,

Welcome!

And if that's you in your avatar....I love you.

[HIHUMMER]

That would be me. Your very sweet. Thanks.

[HummerNewbie]

Lets see the full sized pic then You have heard about the forum initiation photos that are required by all new member haven't you

[H3OH]

That would be me. Your very sweet. Thanks.

Wowza! What color is your H3? Need some details and pics!

Lets see the full sized pic then Smile You have heard about the forum initiation photos that are required by all new member haven't you

Uh, yes, we started those on 8-18-05. You missed the deadline by one day.

[HIHUMMER]

Funny..okay, I'll play along.
I'm at work so this is the best I can do. I'm on the left.
(i'm new at all this forum stuff..so hopefully this works).

[HummerNewbie]

Alright, a girl who likes to have fun and loves the H3. We are just playin about the pics but keep them coming anyway

[H3OH]

It works!

That's toasting to your new H3, right?

If that's the best you can do at work...then we can't wait until you get home. LOL!