Recommended Trailer Hitch Receiver For A 2005 Chevy Silverado

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I have a 2005 chevy Silverado crew cab and my hitch needs replaced what do you have that would fit that truck

asked by: Michael

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Hey Michael,

We have some hitch options available but I'll need a bit more information on your Silverado in order to find the correct fit. The available hitches are sectioned out by model (1500, 2500, 3500), bed length, and bumper type. If you can give me that information I'd be happy to pick out the correct fit for you.

expert reply by: Kevin C

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Michael A.

4/25/2024

Yea its a 1500 silverado crew cab and original bumper the hitch thats on there now has two bolts in bumper and on frame has 3 bolts each side on frame i think my bed lengths is like 6 foot

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Kevin C.

4/25/2024

@MichaelA For a 2005 Chevy Silverado 1500 with an original bumper you'll need the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e98849. This trailer hitch has a maximum gross trailer weight capacity of 6,000lbs or 10,000lbs when used with a weight distribution hitch and a maximum tongue weight capacity of 600lbs or 1,000lbs when used with a weight distribution hitch. You'll still want to refer back to your specific vehicle's towing capacity to avoid overloading. With the age of your Silverado I definitely recommend picking up some penetrating oil and giving the old bolts a good spraying to help loosen them up enough to back them out. Before putting in the new hardware I'd also recommend cleaning out the four weld nuts in the frame to prevent any debris trapped in them from stripping out the new bolt threads. I've attached a short video below where Rob will walk you through the installation process.

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Michael A.

4/25/2024

Thanks for your help and yes ive been spraying knock er loose on bolts

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Shane

10/30/2024

Looking for a hitch for Silverado 1500 regular bumper and want to keep the spare tire

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Kevin C.

10/30/2024

@Shane What is the model year of your Silverado?

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Shane

10/30/2024

@KevinC t Yea that would help. Sorry about that 2005

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Kevin C.

10/30/2024

@Shane For a 2005 Chevy Silverado 1500 I recommend the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e25KR. This wont prevent you from keeping the spare tire but you'll want to take it off when installing the hitch to give yourself some room and make it easier.

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Answer 1

We don't specify between the 1500 and 1500 HD in terms of fit in our guide, but I did check with our manufacturers for you to verify the fits for a trailer hitch receiver on your 2003 Chevy Silverado 1500 HD. The correct fit is going to depend on…

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Answer 2

The B and W hitch part #BWHDRH25122 that you referenced only fits the cab and chassis versions of your truck which have a narrower frame width than what you mentioned at 34 inches from outside to outside. So what you'd want is the part…

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Answer 3

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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I sure can Bob and thanks for the information! Since you have a Lippert 3,500 lbs axle you'll be able to use the Easy Grease Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly for 3.5K Axles item #AKHD-545-35-EZ-K, you were looking at. These have a 5 on 4-1/2 lug nut…

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Answer 5

Reese is who made the Trail Boss fifth wheel hitch. The most similar hitch to that one that is still made is the Reese part #RP30047.

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Answer 6

I'm not sure which brake adjustment tool you have but on our PT #W80630 there are two sides that can be used. The end with the 90 degree bend is designed for adjusting electric brakes on drop axles like yours, which will allow you to access that…

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Answer 7

Hey Lance! The only mount available from Stromberg Carlson for the #SC83GR is the Stromberg Carlson Trailer Tray Cargo Carrier for A-Frame Trailers #CC-255. If you want to mount it on your 4" bumper I recommend using the 24x40 etrailer Cargo…

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Answer 8

I recommend the #C15323 for that 2013 Chevy. This is a Curt Class 5 hitch with a 16,000lb towing capacity, as well as a 2,400lb maximum tongue weight. One main reason I love this hitch is the higher tongue capacity, allowing room for heavier loads.…

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Answer 9

Since you have a Dometic Duotherm 630035.321 we do have great options for AC unit replacements that will plug right into the current wiring you have like with the Furrion Chill HE kit part #FR42PV which we have found to be the quietest and coldest…

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Answer 10

Hey Jared, If your axle has a brake flange like I have pictured below then you would be able to mount a 3,500lb brake assembly #AKEBRK-35 (manual-adjust) or #AKEBRK-35-SA (self-adjust). You'll also need to replace your idler hubs with drums so…

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Answer 11

According to HappiJack, their turnbuckles that the #LC182894 are meant to be used with do not carry a weight rating or a capacity. When the turnbuckles are installed properly, they are designed to have sufficient capacity to handle the weight of any…

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Answer 12

I currently have three diffrent self-adjusting assemblies for your boat trailer with 10" x 2-1/4" electric drum brakes which are attached for you below. eTrailer Electric Trailer Brake Kit part #AKEBRK-35-SA (3,500 Axles) Dexter…

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