Front Hitch Recommendation for 2005 Chevy Tahoe That Does Not Require Fascia Trimming

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I have a 2005 Chevy Tahoe Z71 5.3 liter v8 engine. My question is whether the Curt front tow hitch model no 31302 will fit under the front fascia WITHOUT cutting out any of the front fascia to extend receiver out. The vehicle has 2 tow hooks in front. Thanks

asked by: Mike F

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Most likely you would need to trim to install the Curt front hitch part # 31302. I have attached the installation instruction for you.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

The base plate to top of receiver height of the #LC429756 Lippert Jack-It bike rack is 34-1/2 inches, as shown in the provided diagram, so unfortunately, it sounds like the rack wouldn't be a good choice for you. Instead, I'd recommend using…

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Answer 2

The Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch, #31302, can be installed on your 2005 Chevy Suburan in two ways. It can be installed with the hitch receiver through the bumper which would require a 3 inch square hole to be cut into the plastic fascia, or it can…

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Answer 3

For a 2005 GMC Sierra 1500LD (light duty) you can use the Curt front mount #31302 I have linked the instructions for this hitch for you to view. We show #65028 as only fitting the HD models.

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Answer 4

I have attached the answers to the questions you have on the iRV RV Stereo part #IRV34 below: 1) The process to swap the Sony unit out for the iRV unit means you have to cut the pigtail off of the old unit you have now and attach it to the one on the…

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Answer 5

The iRV RV Stereo #292-101079 that you referenced is a really nice unit that will work well to replace your iRV33 model as long as its 9 inch long, 5 inch tall, and 5 inch deep mounting dimensions line up to your cutout. I reached out to my contact…

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Answer 6

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 7

According to Blue Ox, it'll take an experienced installer about 4 to 5 hours to complete the installation of their #BX1128 Base Plate Kit on a 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The install isn't what I'd call super-difficult, but the installation…

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Answer 8

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Answer 9

Yes, it will work. You'll just need to cut the Lance 6-pin connector out and rewire it into the etrailer Trailer Wiring 7-Way Upgrade Kit w/ Junction Box and RV Style Connector item #e99011. Here are the individual functions of that Lance 6-pin:…

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Answer 10

To check the pins on the vehicle side 7-Way, you can use a circuit tester or the volt meter. The circuit tester will show you if a signal is coming through on the pin you are testing while the volt meter will tell you that and how much voltage is…

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Answer 11

Hello Ralph, thanks for reaching out. The etrailer Electric Trailer Jack #e23ZV will be a great option for you. The jack can be rotated to the side if needed. We have one of these jacks on our trailer here at the shop and I have seen it rotated and…

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Answer 12

Hi Scott, thanks for reaching out. A great replacement for the 3,500-lb Lippert jack on your Jayco 32BHDS is the etrailer Electric Trailer Jack – A-Frame – 18" Lift – 3,500 lbs #e23ZV. It’s a bolt-on swap with the same capacity, upgraded…

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