1985 Chevy C10 Trailer Hitch Recommendation for Good Ground Clearance

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Looking for a hitch for my truck. I need as much clearance as possible. Hoping to find a “hidden hitch” 1985 Chevy c10

asked by: Ivan S

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Good to hear from you, Ivan!

I have 2 different hitch options for your 1985 Chevy C10 pickup depending on what bumper you have on your truck:

- Standard/Step Bumper # 13028
- Deep drop Bumper # C13099

These are designed to hide the crosstube under your vehicle so the only part visible is the hitch receiver. If you check out the attached photo it was taken by a customer who installed the 13028 on their '86 C10 just to give you a reference.

expert reply by: Jon G

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Curt Hitch Installed on an '86 Chevy C10 Pickup
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Jameson C.

1/12/2026

Hey Ivan, how did the hitch work out on your Chevy C10? Did the hidden design give you the clearance you were hoping for? Your update could make it easier for the next person with the same truck.

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Answer 2

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Answer 3

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Answer 4

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Answer 5

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Answer 6

We have hitches that fit your 1985 Chevy C10 that has a deep bumper with the Curt hitch part #C13099. Your setup would definitely not be too low to tow with. A rise ball mount would make up for a lower hitch as well. I attached a help article

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Answer 7

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Answer 8

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Answer 9

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Answer 10

This will fit your 1985 Chevrolet C/K Series Pickup as long a you have an 8 foot bed and a deep drop bumper. You will have to drill six 7/32 inch holes in order to install this Curt Trailer Hitch, part #C13099, but you will not need to do any…

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Answer 11

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Answer 12

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