Trailer Hitch Recommendation for a 1978 Chevy K20 * Foot Bed with Standard Bumper

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Will this hitch fit a 1978 Chev k20, based on messages on this website I need 19inch clear for the fit. I have the shackle mounts between 14 and 18.5. Please advise an exact fit if possible. Thanks.

asked by: Tony B

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Expert Reply:

Draw-Tite trailer hitch # 41938 will fit your 1978 Chevy K20 if it has the standard factory bumper and it the distance from the end of the frame to the leaf spring shackle bracket is 19 inches or more so since yours are at 14 and 18-1/2 this hitch will not fit.

You can instead use Ultra Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class V - 2" Item # 41947. I have linked the installation instructions for you. I also recommend etrailer.com Ball Mount Kit - 3" Rise or 4" Drop - 16,000 lbs Item # EBMK2416. It includes a ball mount with a 3 inch rise or 4 inch drop, 2 hitch balls, a hitch pin with clip, and a storage bag.

And for a trailer connector you can use T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector Item # 118311.

expert reply by: Michael H

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Answer 1

On the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch, #41938, the 8 bolts used to attach the hitch each go into the frame rails on the truck. When I spoke with my contact at Draw-Tite he gave a much more clear description of what you will need for this hitch to mount to…

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Answer 2

It is very difficult to provide a definite yes or no answer about hitch fit when a service body is involved. I can provide you with some measurements and parameters that would allow you to take some measurements from your truck and determine if the…

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Answer 3

Since you are looking for a heavy-duty trailer hitch, you may be able to use the Curt Class V XD Trailer Hitch, #C15313. This hitch was designed to fit the 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD pickup trucks with a frame width of 39 inches. The receiver will sit…

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Answer 4

We have hitches that fit your 1985 Chevy C10 that has a deep bumper with the Curt hitch part #C13099. Your setup would definitely not be too low to tow with. A rise ball mount would make up for a lower hitch as well. I attached a help article

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Answer 5

Hi Lance! I saw the Q&A you referenced, and it is not correct. The Draw-Tite Ultra Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class V - 2" #41938 will fit your 2016 Newmar Bay Star Sport 2702. This is because it will fit just about anything…

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Answer 6

Both the Draw-Tite Ultra Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver #41947 and Draw-Tite Ultra Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver #41938 are a confirmed fit for you 1969 Chevrolet K10 as long as you have an 8 Foot bed and both options will require some drilling for the…

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Answer 7

The Draw-Tite Ultra Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver #41938 has a center to center measurement of 30-7/8 inches for the bolt holes from side to side. I've attached a photo to assist.

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Answer 8

The confusion is that the two answer pages have two different hitches they are referring to. The #C15312 measures 2-3/4 inches from the mounting flange down to the hitch opening and the #C15313 measures 5-5/8 inches. I attached a picture that has…

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Answer 9

I have included a picture of what a deep drop bumper is going to look like for you. If your bumper looks more like the standard bumper, pictured in the FAQ I have linked for you, then you do not have the 10 inch bumper. You would then need a trailer…

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Answer 10

Both of the Curt hitch receivers have the same bolt hole measurements. It's 9 inches from the first hole (Closest to the front of the truck) to the second hole and 5-1/2 inches from the second to the third. There's 39 inches across from hole…

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Answer 11

I went out to the warehouse to take some measurements of Curt trailer hitch #C14082. I made a picture showing the measurements for you. The bolt holes, starting from the one furthest forward on the vehicle, measures 2-3/4 inches to the center of the…

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Answer 12

A roll pan bumper is a bumper that basically makes the rear bumper look as if it does not stick out further than the rest of the truck and that is molded into the rear of the truck. Its basically a cosmetic modification that you see on a lot of…

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Trailer Hitch Recommendation for a 1978 Chevy K20 * Foot Bed with Standard Bumper

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