Front Mounted Trailer Hitch Receiver and Snow Plow Fitment For a 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 4WD EXT CAB  

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For your 2012 Chevrolet Colorado the Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver # 31221 is confirmed to fit. This receiver is rated for 500lbs of tongue weight and a 5,000lb trailer. If you are using with a winch it is a 9,000lb line pull capacity. Be sure to not exceed any weight capacities given by Chevrolet for your Colorado.

If you are wanting to use this with a snow plow I recommend the Detail K2 Elite Snowplow for 2" Hitches # K2AVAL8219ELT as it uses an electric actuator rather than a winch that tends to have issues with ice collecting in the cable. The plow is 82" wide and 19" tall with the entire assembly weighing 265lbs. The Halogen High/Low Beam Light Kit with Turn Signals # K281488LB2 will allow you to see around the blade clearly while driving and other drivers will be able to see your lights.

The Timbren Front Suspension Enhancement System # TGMFC4 will help reduce the amount that the front end sags when you are using the snow plow. The heavy 14,000lb capacity will not allow the front to sag as much when loaded, but it will create a harsher ride when not carrying the load. For that reason you may find it best to remove them and only use the springs when you are likely to use the snow plow.

expert reply by: Bud M

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