Solutions for Towing with a 2020 Chevy Silverado 2500

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I need to tow a trailer with my 2020 Chevy Silverado 2500.

asked by: Jeff

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No matter what kind of towing we got you covered. Out of all of our towing products my recommendations all include part from B&W because they make some of the best towing equipment on the market (made in the USA!) which is backed by a lifetime warranty.

If you will be bumper pull towing then I recommend the B&W Tow & Stow 3-Ball Mount which comes to fit both a 2" hitch as part # BWTS10049B or a 2-1/2" hitch as part # BWTS20049B. What makes this ball mount so great is that it comes with the 3 most popular hitch ball sizes and a max drop of 7" with a max rise of 7-1/2" making it so that you can tow just about any trailer out there. You can stow the hitch balls on the back side of the ball mount when not in use and then the entire system locks to your hitch using just one locking pin # C23025.

When it comes to gooseneck/5th wheel towing B&W has a 2-in-1 option with their Turnoverball Gooseneck Trailer Hitch # BWGNRK1020. This is not only a great trailer hitch that allows you to store the hitch ball upside down so that it's inside the hitch, but it also doubles as the base system for the Companion 5th Wheel Hitch, which is offered as a stationary hitch # BWRVK3500 for long beds or a sliding hitch # BWRVK3400 if you have a short bed. When you aren't towing anything you are able to have a completely clear bed for hauling loads.

If you will be gooseneck/5th wheel hauling then I also recommend installing the Curt # C56000 in your truck bed. This puts a 7-Way socket in your truck bed so you don't have to stretch out your trailer wiring from inside your bed down to your bumper area.

Attached are some review and installation videos for you to check out on each product I mentioned on this page.

expert reply by: Jon G

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The B&W Tow & Stow 3-Ball Mount 2-1/2" Drop #BW64FR and 4-1/2" Drop #BW49FR both adjust in 1" height increments. Both of these will have at least 1-1/2" of drop in the highest position when positioned in the drop position.…

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Answer 2

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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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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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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Hey Jonathon thank you so much for all of that additional information! To haul your bikes behind your class C Sprinter motorhome, while flat towing your Mini, I recommend the Hollywood Racks RV Rider Bike Rack item #HLY64FR and the Roadmaster Dual…

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The main difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #C13416 and the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver part #EH97FR is that the EcoHitch has a completely hidden cross tube whereas the Curt cross tube will be visible from the rear of…

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Hi Ryan; the Weigh Safe Hitch w/ Built-In Scale for 2.5" Hitch #WS56ZR is designed in the US but manufactured in China. The Weigh Safe ball mounts with the built-in scale are pretty unique so we don't have a USA made option with the same…

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The appropriate torque spec for any application will vary depending on the construction of the wheel as well as on the stud size. I suggest checking the wheels you're using to see if their manufacturer has a suggested torque rating. Steel trailer…

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Hi John! The BulletProof Aluminum Hitch w/ Stainless Steel Dual Ball for 2" Hitch - 4" Drop/Rise - 14K #BPH32YR is anodized, so it isn't just raw aluminum. That actually goes for all of BulletProof's aluminum ball mounts, which is…

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Answer 11

There sure is K.C.. For a shorter weight distribution shank that fits a 2-1/2" hitch, I recommend the Equal-i-zer item #EQ90-02-4700. This shank measures 12" long x 9-1/2" tall. It provides up to a 3" drop and has a 16,000 lbs…

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Answer 12

Hey Larry, Yes, a high-low adapter may be needed to keep the tow bar level between your Class A motorhome and your 2026 Ford Maverick. With the Roadmaster #RM87NQ base plate and 225/55R19 tires on the Maverick, the tow bar attachment height is about…

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