Anyone here just install the rear hitch receiver only when you plan on using it?

I seem it hit it all the time on the more crazy trails .... I'm ready to ditch it and install only if I plan on using it. I figure 4 bolts and 5 minutes isn't too bad.

 

have the same issue. I also have the 1 piece hook that i'm thinking of putting on instead. its about 4"s shorter.

 

I find it to be a great Rear bumper "skid"

 

I have used my factory receiver as a rear cross member skid. Factory bumper is Long gone.

I figure i'll leave it there and let it serve as a winch/recovery point or skid untill i get a bumper with built in receiver.