Is Trimming Required to Install the EcoHitch Front Hitch on a 2021 Silverado 1500 w/ a 2.7L Engine?

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How about a '21 Silverado Custom 4WD 2.7 Liter? Is trimming required for the recommended Ecohitch?

asked by: Jeff L

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Yes, there is Jeff. To install the EcoHitch item # EH58RR on your 2021 Silverado 1500 you will have to trim a 3" x 5-1/2" rectangle 1/4" below the license plate like in the photo I added below.

expert reply by: Jerred H

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Jerred H.

11/17/2025

Hey Jeff, how did the trimming go when you put the EcoHitch on your Silverado? Your update could make it easier for the next person working on the same truck.

Answer 1

Hey Matt! Not intended means you're going to have to trim off some extra pieces of your front end. The Curt Front Mount Hitch item #C22NR will fit your 2023 Silverado 1500 LTZ. If you do not like the idea of making extra or excessive…

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Answer 2

Hey Shannon, at the time of me sending you this the anticipated ship date for the Curt front hitch part #C35RJ that you referenced is still October.

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Answer 3

Hi Timothy; for your 2022 Chevy Silverado 1500 diesel we have the Draw-Tite Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver #DT44HR. This is the only front hitch without the diesel restriction.

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Answer 4

Thanks for letting us help Brian. Yes the EcoHitch Hidden Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver #EH57FR will fit your 2026 Silverado 2500 ZR2. We have confirmed with EcoHitch this will fit models with the diesel engine. What are you looking to carry up…

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Answer 5

Yes, it does Jon and congrats on the new truck. The Curt Front Mount Hitch item #C22NR has been confirmed to fit the Trail Boss models of the 2025 Chevy Silverado 1500. What are you planning on using a front hitch for?

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Answer 6

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 7

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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Answer 8

So long as your 2020 Chevy Silverado 1500 is a gas version and not a diesel, then the EcoHitch front hitch you asked about does indeed fit, with the correct part number being the following: - EcoHitch Hidden Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver #EH58RR…

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Answer 9

Hey Tony, yes the EcoHitch Hidden Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver #EH58RR will fit your 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 High Country. This hitch includes everything needed for install, and will bolt right up to your frame. If you need anything else,…

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Is Trimming Required to Install the EcoHitch Front Hitch on a 2021 Silverado 1500 w/ a 2.7L Engine?

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