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Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver for a 2011 GMC Sierra 1500 Quad Cab Short Bed  

Published 12/18/2014



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Hi, which front mount, 2inch receiver will fit to a 2011 GMC Sierra 1500 quad cab with a 58inch bed? Thanks

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We have 2 front mount receivers that will fit your 2011 GMC Sierra 1500. You can use either Curt hitch # 31322 or Draw-Tite hitch # 65052. I have linked instructions for both hitches and a video installation of the Curt hitch for you.

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