Is Trimming Required To Install Trailer Hitch On 2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV

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Looks like the Curt #11457 does not require a cut - but I want to be sure before purchasing it. Thanks very much Chevy Bolt EV Premium 2020

asked by: Jeff L

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The trailer hitch options for a 2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV all require minor trimming of an underbody fascia panel. That said, this won't even be visible from outside the vehicle. The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C11457 however does require the least amount of trimming so this is what I recommend.

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expert reply by: Conner L

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Answer 1

Between the Curt Trailer Hitch, #C11457, and the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch , #24956, I recommend the Draw-Tite Hitch for its better ground clearance. The Draw-Tite hitch's receiver opening sits closer to the hitch cross tube. The location of the…

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Answer 2

The only trailer hitch we currently have confirmation of fit for a 2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV is the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #C11457 which I confirmed by reaching out to Curt directly. The Curt Trailer Hitch is an excellent option for the…

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Answer 3

Thank you for the photos, and I do see that metal piece there interfering with the Curt Hitch #C11457 on your 2020 Chevy Bolt EV. I can tell you that we have not seen this before, and I called Curt who also said it's something they have not had…

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Answer 4

Hello Greg, thanks for reaching out. Sadly, no, the Step for Curt Adjustable Channel Ball Mounts #C45909 will not work with a Bulletproof Hitch channel ball mount. The Bulletproof channel is 3" wide but the hole spacing would not line up with…

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Hey Walt. The EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch item #306-X7359 is preferred because it has a 2" receiver over the Draw-Tite item #24956 1-1/4" receiver. There's way more bike racks and cargo carriers that fit 2" hitches than there are…

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Answer 6

The area on the 2017 Chevy Bolt EV that needs to be trimmed is the center, lowest point of the rear fascia that, once trimmed and the hitch installed, won't be visible. The area being trimmed is 3-1/4 inches across and 5 inches deep/tall. I have…

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Answer 7

I would discourage the use of an adapter for use of 2 inch accessories in 1-1/4 inch trailer hitch receivers. The reason is that the adapter places the carrier farther away from the rear of the vehicle and hitch, creating additional torque that 1-1/4…

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Answer 8

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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Answer 9

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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Answer 10

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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Answer 11

Hi David! There are quite a few hitches offered for your 2026 Honda Odyssey, so I definitely understand wanting to know the differences. There are basically three styles available for you and I have them broken out below: Exposed Crosstube: etrailer…

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Is Trimming Required To Install Trailer Hitch On 2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV

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