Recommended Trailer Hitch for 1981 El Camino

Updated 04/17/2017 | Published 04/14/2017

Products Featured in This Question

7" Weld-On Bracket Kit for Draw-Tite Class V Ultra Frame Service Body Trailer Hitch

(6)

$59.17

Draw-Tite Ultra Frame Service Body Trailer Hitch Cross Tube - Class V - 2"

(37)

$175.53

Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class II - 1-1/4"

(20)

$290.06

Curt Drawbar for 1-1/4" Hitches - 3-1/8" Rise - 9-1/4" Long - 3,500 lbs

(2260)

$38.90

Question:

4907 is this good to mount v2 hitch to 1981 el camino.ill be towing a 12-14 foot camper trailer ALOT!

asked by: Ben S

Expert Reply:

I do have a solution for you, however the Draw-Tite 7 Inch Weld-On Bracket Kit # 4907 referenced in your question is designed for installing the Draw-Tite Class V Ultra Frame Service Body Trailer Hitch # 41990 onto heavy-duty, commercial vehicles. I cannot recommend this trailer hitch for your 1981 El Camino as it is designed for use on service body vehicles.

I instead recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C12005. This is a Class II trailer hitch that is custom fit for your vehicle and has a maximum gross trailer weight capacity of 3,500 pounds. Some drilling will be required during installation and I have attached the installation details for you to look over. I also recommend checking the towing capacity of your vehicle to ensure you are not exceeding its limits.

To install a 4-pole trailer connector in your El Camino to power your trailer's signal lights, you can use the Tekonsha 4-Pole Hardwire Kit with Circuit Tester # 18252. I have included a video review and the installation instructions for you to check out.

Then for a ball mount, I recommend looking at the Curt Class II Drawbar # C45520 with a 3-1/8 inch rise. I have also attached a link to our available ball mounts as well as an article that explains how to choose the correct one.