What is the Metal Thickness of Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch for a 1985 Chevy El Camino
Updated 03/31/2014 | Published 03/30/2014
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How thick is the hitch metal which I will be bolting to the frame of my 1985 El Camino?
asked by: Lyle M
Helpful Expert Reply:
The metal thickness, or wall thickness, of the cross tube of Curt trailer hitch # C12005 is 1/4 inch. The brackets on the sides of the hitch are obviously thicker even than that, 3/8 if an inch or so. The thickness measurement can vary slightly because of the powder coating. This hitch is rated for 3,500 pounds gross trailer weight and 300 pounds tongue weight. I have included a link to the installation instructions for you.
If you plan on doing some towing the correct ball mount to use with this hitch is # C45520. For a 1-7/8 inch ball use # 19256 and for a 2 inch ball use # 19258.
For trailer wiring use # 18252.
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class II - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
- For Towing
- Class II
- 350 lbs TW
- 3500 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Visible Cross Tube
- CURT
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