Does the Bumper Need to Be Removed Off Of a 1996 Chevy S-10 to Install the etrailer Class III Hitch

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I have a 1996 Chevy S-10 pickup extended cab. Do you have to take the rear bumper off to install trailer hitch?

asked by: Ron C

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Ron, yes the bumper/fascia will need to temporarily be removed on your 1996 Chevrolet S-10 to install the etrailer Class 3 Round Tube Trailer Hitch # e44KR.

expert reply by: Bryce D

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Answer 1

Yes, the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e44KR fits your 1995 Chevy S-10 and is rated to tow up to 4,000 lbs with a 400 lb tongue weight. I really like this hitch because of the matte black finish that not only looks more rugged but is also more…

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Answer 2

The correct hitch will depend on which bumper your S-10 is equipped with. For a factory step bumper, I'd recommend the Curt #C13132. For a roll pan bumper, you'll want to use #13920, but you'll need to cut a hole in the license plate well…

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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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Answer 4

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 5

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 6

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 7

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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Answer 8

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Answer 9

According to Blue Ox, it'll take an experienced installer about 4 to 5 hours to complete the installation of their #BX1128 Base Plate Kit on a 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The install isn't what I'd call super-difficult, but the installation…

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Answer 10

Hi Paul, you’re definitely on the right track here, and I can help you narrow this down with confidence. With your tandem 3,500 lb Dexter axles and 33 inch spacing, both the Dexter EZ Flex part #K71-652-00 and the Lippert Road Armor part #LC53CK are…

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Answer 11

You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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Answer 12

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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Does the Bumper Need to Be Removed Off Of a 1996 Chevy S-10 to Install the etrailer Class III Hitch

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