Are Factory Tow Hooks Removed to Install Draw-Tite Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver # 65028

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Can I still use my factory tow hooks when Installing The Drawtite model 65028 on my 1999 GMC Sierra 2500 SLE Best Regards

asked by: Matt C

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Yes, the installation on your 1999 GMC Sierra 2500 SLE of the Draw-Tite Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver # 65028 will require permanent removal of your front tow hooks. The complete written installation instructions are linked for you at right.

You will need a torque wrench to tighten the included fasteners to the ratings specified in the instructions.

The two linked articles on hitch installation may be helpful to you.

expert reply by: Adam R

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Answer 1

For a 2001 Chevy Silverado 1500HD model, when installing front mount hitch #65028, the factory tow hooks do not need to be removed. I have included a link to the installation isntructions for you to view. If you have a 1500LD model, the only front…

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Answer 2

The Draw Tite hitch part #65028 is a confirmed fit for your 2001 Chevy Silverado 1500HD. The tow hooks will need to be removed.

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Answer 3

For your 2004 Chevrolet 1500 HD you want front hitch #65028.

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Answer 4

We offer two front-mount hitches for your 2002 Chevy Silverado 2500HD and both can be seen on the link at right. The installation instructions for both, which are also linked, indicate that in the case of both the Curt hitch #31108 and the Draw-Tite…

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Answer 5

All of the front mount hitches for the 2003 Chevrolet Silverado may require trimming of the black plastic fascia, that is mounted under the front bumper of your truck, depending on how the front bumper is mounted to the frame on each individual…

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Answer 6

We have not yet had the opportunity to install the Draw-Tite front mount hitch, #65028, on a vehicle so I do not have pictures I can show you. We do have the instructions and I have included a link to them for you to view. The top of the receiver…

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Answer 7

I spoke with my contacts at Curt and Draw-Tite regarding the front mounted trailer hitches you referenced, Curt #31108 and Draw Tite #65028 which are confirmed fits for your 2005 Chevy 2500HD. They both said that you will be able to retain the tow…

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Answer 8

Both the Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch item #31108 and the Draw-Tite item #65028 are confirmed to fit the 2006 Chevy Silverado 2500's. I took a look at the installation instructions and capacities and they are as close to identical as you can…

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Answer 9

There are several front mount hitches available that will fit your 2006 Chevy Silverado. If you have a 1500 LD you would want a part #31302 If you have a 1500 HD you would want a part #65028 If you have a 2500 or 3500 you would also want a #65028 The…

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Answer 10

The Curt #31108 and Draw-Tite #65028 are very similar and will even install the same on your 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. They also have the same weight capacity ratings of 500lbs tongue weight, 5,000lbs trailer weight and 9,000LB line pull. The…

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Answer 11

When it comes to installing the Draw-Tite Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver, #65028, on 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD without the tow hooks, you will just use different hardware, which is included. I have attached a snapshot of the instructions…

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Answer 12

For your 2004 Chevy Silverado 3500HD the Draw Tite hitch part #65028 is a confirmed fit. We checked with Draw Tite to confirm this. I also attached a picture of the hitch installed on a vehicle that has the factory skid plate you referenced.

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Are Factory Tow Hooks Removed to Install Draw-Tite Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver # 65028

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