Front Hitch With More Ground Clearance For 2013 GMC Yukon

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Hi, I think I’ve seen somewhat similar posts but just want to confirm before I buy. 2013 Yukon looking at the curt c31012 Or the draw tite 65052. I like the no drilling on the draw tite but which will give me more ground clearance? / Thanks

asked by: Spencer

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For your 2013 GMC Yukon, the Draw-Tite Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver # 65052 will give you about a 1/2 inch more ground clearance than the Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver # C31012.

Having said that, I do recommend the Curt hitch over the Draw-Tite. While it does require drilling into the frame, that does make the installation simpler as it you'll simply bolt the hitch up into those holes. The Draw-Tite partially attaches to the frame's splash shield, and it also requires taping up washers to fill holes in the bottom of the frame shoe. I like the easier install as well as the security of knowing the Curt hitch is secured solely to the frame.

That's my preference, and yours may be different, so you may want to check out the installation instructions of both options, which I've linked for you below. I have also linked a video install on a Yukon for you to check out of the Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver # C31012.

expert reply by: Kyle S

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Answer 1

Hello Tyler, thanks for getting in touch. You are correct in your assumption. The Draw-Tite #65052 mount in a different location than the Curt hitch. The #65052 mounts to holes that are already present in the frame, just near the tow hooks. No…

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Answer 2

Currently, 2 front mount hitches fit your 2008 GMC 1500 4x4. They are the Curt #31322 and Draw-Tite #65052. Both have a 500 pound vertical pull and 9,000 pound line pull. The specifications on the Draw-Tite hitch #65052 from the top of the mounting…

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Answer 3

The part that needs to be trimmed on your 2013 Chevy Silverado 1500 to install Draw-Tite front receiver #65052 is the front air dam which is below the bumper. It can either be trimmed or removed for installation and if it were me I would just remove…

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Answer 4

Since trailer leaf springs tend to stretch over time the key to picking out the correct replacement is to go with one slightly shorter than what your current one measures. So a 26 inch long spring would most likely be what you need. For a 2,000 lb…

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Answer 5

I confirmed with Draw Tite that the front hitch part #65052 is a confirmed fit for your 2010 GMC Yukon XL Denali so it will work well for you.

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Answer 6

Both the Draw Tite front hitch part #65052 and the Curt front hitch part #C31012 are a fit for your 2007 Chevy Suburban. Since the Draw Tite does not require drilling to install it would be the hitch I would go with. Both will require either trimming…

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Answer 7

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 8

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 9

You can use leaf springs that are rated higher than the axle without any issues as long as they measure the correct measurement for your trailer. For example the 6-leaf double eye spring for 7,000 lb axles part #e64SR measures 24-7/8" eye to…

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