Expert Answers about Chevrolet C-Series Medium Duty

What Electric Bike Rack Do You Recommend that Installs to the Frame of My Motorhome?
I have a solution for you. We do not carry any bike racks that secure to a vehicle's frame. For your heavy electric bikes, a motorhome-approved hitch-mounted carrier is the right way to go. I recommend the Hollywood Racks Sport Rider SE # HLY84FR. The Sport Rider SE has the highest maximum per-bike weight capacity of any rack we currently carry (80 pounds). As far as construction, the Sport Rider SE is specially manufactured to withstand the added torque and force when mounted on the hitch...
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Trailer Hitch Recommendation for a Chevrolet C10
The 1974 Chevrolet C10 is categorized as a C/K Series not a C-Series which I think may be where the problem lies. I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 13028 which is a confirmed fit for a Chevrolet C10 from 1963-1987. The Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 75500 is for a Chevrolet Suburban therefore would not work for you. Please note, there may be some slight modifications required such as drilling a hole or two into the frame or rerouting the tail pipes...
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Recommended Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Electric Brake Controller # 90195 for 2009 Chevy Silverado
For your 2009 Chevy Silverado 1500 the duct tape is definitely a warning sign that things may not be installed correctly. The Hayes Genesis controller # HA81790 has a connection that is not the same as the Tekonsha controllers. The pigtail # HA81789-HBC was hardwired to give you the appearance of a factory connection as that truck model in 2009 had the wiring present under the dash but without a connector. My recommendation is to hardwire the Tekonsha harness in a similar way. The Tekonsha...
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Will Westin Truck-Pal Fold-Up Bed Ladder Fit 35" Height of 2003 Chevy Silverado 2500 Tailgate
Since you have a 35" height for your 2003 Chevy Silverado 2500 and the Westin Truck-Pal Fold-Up Bed Ladder # 10-3000 is a universal application for tailgates that are 38" or less to the ground this should work well for your pickup. Just make sure that you have enough space for the 6" long x 16-3/4" wide mounting bracket. Since this is a universal fit I can't really verify the exact location that you are wanting to mount it to so you'll have to verify that on your end.
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Hanger Spacing Used When Installing Triple Axle Slipper Spring Kit
I can give you a general estimate but the only way to get it just right is to mock up all the parts to determine the proper locations prior to permanently installing everything. On a triple axle trailer with 2 inch wide slipper springs the distance from the first and second hangers would be approximately 28-1/2 inches. From the second to third hangers it would be approximately 33 inches. And from the third to fourth hangers it would be approximately 28-1/2 inches. For this set up the center...
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Can Buyers Products Hitch Plate 3371809065 Fit 2001 Chevy 3500HD Cab and Chassis Frame
Are you saying you only have 12 inches of vertical room to work with to install the part # 3371809065? Or where exactly is the 12 inch limitation?
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Which Buyers Products Hitch Plate Fits a Chevy/GMC C4500
Since you have a C4500 the correct Buyers Products Hitch Plate with Pintle Mount would actually be the part # 3371809039A as the # 3371809065 is for the 3500 model trucks.
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Buyers Products Hitch Plate with Receiver Tube to Fit 1973 Chevrolet 65 COE
As long as the distance from outside to outside on the rear frame rails of your 1973 Chevrolet T-65 is 34 inches the Buyers Products Hitch Plate with Receiver Tube # 3371809065 is the correct size and would work well. It's designed to fit the style of truck you have though so I'd be shocked if yours didn't match this as the 34 inch frame is a very standard size.
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Tire Chain Recommendation for Motorhome with Tire Size 227/75-15
We have tire chains that fit your tire size of 225/75-15 that you have on your motorhome but we don't have any for a dually type setup like you are wanting. So what you'd want to do is install a set on the outside wheels like with the Titan chains part # TC2016. These are a lower profile chain that will give you a smoother ride quality. Cable setups don't hold up as well as chains and since this is a heavier motorhome setup I'd recommend you stick with chains for better longevity.
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Does Curt Hitch # C15312 Come with Bracket for Mounting Trailer Wiring
The Curt trailer hitch part # C15312 that you referenced doesn't have trailer wiring mounting brackets as typically the truck this is installed on has a cutout or opening on the bumper for wiring to attach to. But if you had an aftermarket bumper maybe and needed a bracket the part # PK12711U can attach to your rear bumper so that the 7-way can mount.
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Troubleshooting Trailer Brakes that Only Activate with Manual Override Lever on Brake Controller
There are a couple possible reasons as to why your Draw-Tite brake controller is only applying the trailer brakes when using the manual override lever. I first recommend making sure that the red wire from the controller is connected to the cold side of the truck's brake light switch. You can use a circuit tester like # PTW2993 to ensure you have the correct wire on the vehicle, which will only receive power with the brake pedal pressed, and no power with any other vehicle function. If...
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Pewag ASV Snow Tire Chains for 215/85-16 Tires on 2006 Chevy C-Series Truck
I see that you've been looking at the Pewag ASV square link tire chains, good choice! For a 215/85-16 tire, you'd want to use part # PWASV79 which is compatible with 15-18 inch wheels. These chains are constructed of titanium/steel alloy for plenty of strength on or off road. The square chain links provide superior bite on snowy or icy surfaces. The asymmetrical chain pattern provides great lateral traction and a very smooth ride. If you wanted something less expensive, the Pewag # PWE3231SC...
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Wheel Net Recommendation for E-Tracks of Car Hauler
We actually have wheel nets that are designed for E-tracks as the part # 77314. These come with the exact clips needed to easily connect to E-track. If you are looking for an easy way to secure the wheels of a vehicle to a trailer that has E-track this would be the way to go! Check out the review video and install picture I attached for more info as well.
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Will Replacement Key For Global Link RV Locks Work on Motorhome
There really is no way to tell as we do not have access to information concerning what locks are on motorhomes. The Replacement Key for Global Link RV Locks # 295-000059 would only work if your motorhome has a Global Link entry door and you know you need key 333.
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Will the Curt Trailer Hitch # C13042 Fit a 1998 Chevy Pickup 1500
The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C13042 that you referenced is a confirmed fit for your 1998 Chevy 1500. If looks like when you selected your vehicle you chose "1998 Chevrolet C-Series Medium Duty" instead of the "1998 Chevrolet C/K Series Pickup" catagory that your 1500 falls under. If you will be using this trailer hitch to tow lighter trailers that don't utilize brakes then you will also want to install the Tekonsha T-One # 118315 to activate the basic trailer lighting functions....
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Trailer Hitch Solution for 1999 Chevy Box Truck
I spoke to my contacts at Curt and Reese and the only styles of hitches that can be made to fit a box-truck body like yours are multi-fit RV hitches like the # 41990 that has a 16k capacity. This is a weld on hitch that would require either the 7 inch drop brackets part # 4907 or the 16 inch brackets part # 4916.
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Flatbed Hitch Plate That Fits 2000 Chevy C6500 with Flat Bed Dump
Yes, the Buyers Products Flatbed/Flatbed Dump Hitch Plate Bumper with Pintle Mount # 3371809050 that you referenced does fit the flatbed/dump bed you have on your 2000 C6500. According to Buyers Products this fits your chassis but will require some drilling.
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Troubleshooting no Power to Trailer Turn Signals
If your trailer turn signals are not working there are a number of different reasons and there are some troubleshooting steps you can take to determine the specific problem. The first thing to do is take a look at your owner's manual to locate where any trailer fuses or relays and ensure they are all there and in working order. If they are, since you tested the plug on your 2001 Chevy and found no signal at the turn signals, check your connector for corrosion, which can be green or white...
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Curt Gooseneck Flat Plate and Rail Kit for 1989 Chevy C70 truck
The Curt Gooseneck Flat Plate # C65500 is 3/8 inch thick and is rated at up to 30,000 lbs when there is underbed reinforcement. To tow a trailer loaded at 18,000 lbs I do recommend reinforcing the 1/4 inch metal with something to give you stability in between your frame rails. For instance the Curt 600 Series Gooseneck Installation Kit for Chevy/GMC # C60631 is a great choice for the support you need. I've attached some videos to assist.
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Can 4.80-12 Size Tires be Used to Replace 145R12 Size Tires for 1998 Eagle 8 SD TIRES
While a 4.80-12 size tire would fit because it is smaller, I recommend sticking with your 145R12 tire size (which is also known as 145/80R12) for a few reasons. The first reason is that the 145R12 size tires have a higher weight rating which means by keeping this size you won't be lowering your overall weight rating. Second reason is that the 145R12 is a radial tire which is built for highway use. The 4.80-12 tires can be used on the highway but they are all bias tires which have a stiffer...
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