How hard is it to install hitch carriers on older trucks?

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The actual installation of the metal portion of the hitch is not difficult, providing you have the right tools. The most trying part of the installation will be the electrical. Most hitch manufacturers supply detailed diagrams on how to install the electrical, but they can be confusing. Here is a quick guide on what you might be in for: http://www.buzzle.com/articles/trailer-hitches-how-to-install-truck-trailer-hitches.html

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