Is Ground Clearance Reduced with Front Mount Hitch Installed on a 2015 Chevy Suburban

Updated 03/12/2019 | Published 03/11/2019

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Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2"

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Question:

i have a 2015 Chevy suburban. Will the ground clearance be the same after installation. for the curt or draw tite front tow hitch.

asked by: Bobby R

Expert Reply:

As far as ground clearance goes for your 2015 Chevy Suburban you will want to use the Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver # C31073 over the Draw-Tite Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver # 65064 because the instructions call for you to cut the front fascia whereas the Draw-Tite instructions fort of hint that you may not need to.

The access hole that needs to be cut for the Curt installation if 1-1/2" x 3" so at the most you will have an approximate 1-1/2" of the receiver hanging below your rear fascia. I have attached the installation instructions for each so you can check them out as well as a cut out of the trimming instructions from the Curt receiver.

expert reply by: Jon G