What is the Difference Between Curt C14008 and Curt 14211?

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For my 2003 GMC Sierra 2500HD 4x4 w/ 8foot bed, what is the difference between Curt 14008 and Curt 14211?

asked by: Mike V

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The difference between the Curt # 14211 and the Curt # C14008 is pretty subtle, but it has to do with how they mount to the frame of the vehicle. The Curt # 14211 mounts in factory drilled holes further forward in the frame allowing it to fit on a 2003 GMC Sierra 2500 HD with an 8 foot or 6 foot bed. The Curt # C14008 will only fit models with an 8 foot bed. The capacities are otherwise identical

expert reply by: Lazer S

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Answer 1

Hey Mark, thanks for the pictures. The Curt Dual Connection Socket w/ Bracket item #C36GJ isn't going to fit without some modifications. It will plug directly into your Silverado's OEM USCAR wiring system but you'll have to cut about an…

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Answer 2

Good question, Corey. Since the Americana 14" Aluminum AM03 Series Black Wheel #AM48NR is designed for use on 1/2-20 lugs, you will want to torque the lug nuts to between 75 to 85 ft-lb. I included an image showing all the torque values we have…

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Answer 3

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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Hey Osvaldo. We haven't had a chance to install a hitch on a truck with a Royal utility bed but after looking at pics online I am pretty sure I have one that will work with your 2004 Chevy Silverado 2500HD. We've had success installing the…

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As long as you don't have the 10" deep drop bumper on your 2004 Chevy Silverado 2500HD the trailer hitch you need to replace your OEM is the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #13210. The design looks a little different but it still has a hidden…

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From the underside of the frame to the top of the crossbar tube would be 5.13 inches, and from the underside of the truck frame to the lowest point on the hitch, which is the bottom of the side plates, is 9.83 inches. You can see these dimensions on…

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The etrailer.com Hitch #e98849 is designed to fit the 2003 Silverado 1500 and 2500 LD models, so it will not fit your HD. However, I do have an alternate option available. The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #13211 will have the same weight ratings of…

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Curt recommends the use of 250 ft/lbs of torque when tightening the nuts of their hitch balls with a 1 inch diameter shank like the part #C40034 that you referenced. The general rule is for a 3/4" shank tighten to 150 ft/lbs For a 1" shank…

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In regards to the Curt Trailer Hitch Receivers for a 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD - 6-1/2 Foot Bed, the part #C14108 will sit closer to the bumper like the factory hitch when compared to the part #14211. The latter has a higher class rating which…

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The Brophy D-Ring Tie Down Anchor - Bolt-On - 3-1/2" Wide - Surface Mount - 1,600 lbs #SR15-C are steel anchors with a zinc finish. Although the zinc finish will help avoid galvanic corrosion from dissimilar metals, the connection by drilling…

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Answer 11

Using a piece of plywood between the aluminum will not hold up as well because the wood will start to weaken and will rot over time. The best way to install the trailer D-Ring Tie Down Mount, part #LRB1, to the aluminum floor in your car hauler would…

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