Trailer Hitch Anyone?

[AsphaltCowboyOk]

Hello, y'all,
I just joined the forum; but am not new to TBirds. We purchased a Red 2002 in 2004 and kept it 10 years. And sure nuf we soon regretted that decision. So a couple years ago I found a beautiful Blue 2004 with matching hardtop. I drive it whenever I must do things that cannot be done with my Harley. So, that brings me to the question I have: has anyone attempted to put a trailer hitch on their Bird? I know the manual says no; but, I'd like to pull a small trailer with my bike on it. Any opinions appreciated. Thanx, ol dann

[007Cruiser]

Welcome, Dann! Yes, several have done it but the hitch is no longer made. There used to be one put out by Draw-Tite. You can probably still find one somewhere but they are rare. You do need to make a little cut in the bumper cover for the correct fit.

[BirdsAndBugs]

Just did a quick search on Google. U-Haul, Curt Manufacturing, Draw Tite…..none of these major manufacturers for trailer hitch receivers show anything compatible with our 02-05 Thunderbirds anymore. Gene's probably right; not going to be easy finding one anymore.

[valkyrie]

If you know someone with a welding shop they could probably fabricate you one.

[wcoates]

SEE:

http://www.thunderbirdnest.com/forum...-trailer-hitch

https://forums.fordthunderbirdforum....e-2#post-33105

[snowbird]

Good luck with your search Dann and welcome to TBN . There is mention of trailer limits ( weight ) in the owners manual I believe .

[brake shoe]

You can buy one that fits a Lincoln LS and it will fit real well. I have on on my 04.

[AsphaltCowboyOk]

Thanx to all for replies. Now I have some searchin and thinkin to do! Attached are pics of the Birds I mentioned: Red 2002 is regrettably gone. Blue is current.

[BirdsAndBugs]

Very nice Dann. The ice blue looks great!

Maybe you just need an F150 as well. Towing problem solved.

[AsphaltCowboyOk]

Thank you, Sir. I like the Blue better. altho the Red had two color interior and the Blue is total Black. I once had an F150 in Tuxedo Black; had to sell it..... it was soooo pretty I was afraid to use it as a truck!