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  • Crossbar Recommendation for A.R.E. Camper with Track System on a Chevy Colorado
  • The setup you need that mounts directly into your tracks on your camper is the Rhino-Rack Roof Rack for Factory Tracks - 2 Vortex Aero Crossbars # Y02-480B-NT. This set comes with 2 crossbars and 4 mounting legs. With the Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero Crossbars, you receive a super aerodynamic design that ultimately leads to a quieter ride and increased fuel efficiency. The legs also have locks in them to protect your rack.
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  • Recommended Front Hitch and Snow Plow for 2018 Chevrolet Colorado
  • For a front hitch on your 2018 Chevy Colorado I recommend the Draw-Tite Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver # 65071. This has a 2" receiver with a line pull of 9,000 lbs, vertical load limit of 500 lbs, and gross trailer weight of 5,000 lbs. It features a bolt-on installation and comes with a limited lifetime warranty. For a budget friendly snow plow I recommend the Detail K2 Snowplow for 2" Hitches - 82" Wide x 19" Tall # K2AVAL8219. This lets you clear paved and gravel parking lots and...
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  • 7-Way Recommendation for a 2015 Chevy Colorado to fit OEM Blank in Bumper
  • The Pollak 7- and 4-Pole Trailer Connector Socket # HM40975 should fit in the socket at the rear of your 2015 Chevy Colorado. You would just need to remove it from the bracket it and it would fit right where the blank is on your truck.
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  • Transporting a Surly Big Easy and Trek Allant 8+ S With a 2019 Chevrolet Colorado
  • Due to the weight and length of your Surly Big easy I recommend a Hollywood Racks Sport Rider SE Bike Rack for 2 Electric Bikes # HLY84FR. Your Surly Big Easy alone is over 67lbs and its wheelbase is 58"-60". The Sport Rider SE is capable of hauling up to two 80lb bikes with a maximum wheel base of 60". The rack also uses a frame mounting system as it appears both Surley and Trek Allant 8+ S will have fenders.
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  • Can a Female Quick Disconnect Propane Fitting be Split into 2 Female Quick Disconnect Fittings
  • Your best option is to use T-fitting # 103537-MBS. Since there isn't an adapter that plugs into a female quick disconnect and has 2 female disconnects on the output side you would need to install this T-fitting between the propane tank and its regulator. But if you put it in that location you would not need the 2 quick disconnects at the propane tank (because you would also need a hose to run all the way to the back with the other quick disconnect fitting). If you went this route though...
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  • Recommended Tonneau Cover For a 2024 Chevrolet Colorado
  • I recommend the RetraxONE XR Hard Tonneau Cover # RTX74TR for your 2024 Chevrolet Colorado. I prefer this cover as it is easily retractable and can lock in several positions so you can open it slightly for odd sized loads while still protecting items in your bed. The slats on the cover are a polycarbonate so it will not scratch or fade over time like painted and vinyl options. Also the cover is capable of supporting up to 200lbs and it does included T-Slots which will allow you to add...
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  • Hitch Recommendation for a 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander
  • Yes, the Curt Hitch part # C13163 that you referenced has been confirmed as a fit for your 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander so I would recommend it for you. If you wanted to do some towing, you might be interested in etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts; one with a 3/4 inch rise or 2 inch drop and one with a 2-3/4 inch rise or 4 inch drop. It also includes a 1-7/8 inch ball, 2 inch ball, hitch pin with clip, and a storage bag. If the ball mount kit does not include a...
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  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2016 Chevy Colorado 4x4 WITHOUT Adaptive Cruise Control Behind an RV
  • Since your 2016 Chevy Colorado 4x4 has regular cruise control and not the adaptive cruise control the Roadmaster base plates # RM-523182-5 will fit! Please note these base plates not accommodate the Guardian rock shield, Tow Defender, Stowaway or the StowMaster or StowMaster All Terrain tow bars. If you have any of those products I recommend Roadmaster base plates # RM-523182-4 instead. If you do not already have a compatible tow bar I recommend the Falcon 2, # RM-520. It is a popular...
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  • Adhesive Recommendation for Securing 1 inch Wide Tonneau Cover Velcro
  • The part # A60270 is 1 inch wide and because of that should work with an adhesive securing it when used in conjunction with the included self tapping screws. I would go with a weatherproof sealant like the part # 0160299.
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  • Can a Bumper Mounted Trailer Hitch be Used to Tow a 5X8 Trailer with a 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
  • As long as you stay within the manufacturers tongue weight and gross trailer weight ratings, see bumper and owners manual, you will not have a problem towing with the Curt 2 inch Bumper Hitch, 5,000 lbs GTW, item # E-3S. A better solution for your towing needs would be the Draw-Tite Class III Trailer Hitch, item # 75607, which is designed specifically for your 2005 Colorado. This is a no drill installation and all of the mounting hardware is included. Some items you may need to complete...
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  • Can Brake Buddy Classic work w Tow Vehicle w Air Brakes and Towed Vehicle with Battery Disconnected
  • The Brake Buddy Classic 3 Portable Supplemental Braking System # HM39494 that you referenced will work perfectly fine with your setup. Your tow vehicle having air brakes won't be an issue as this does not have to interface with that system at all, and then to power the unit in your 2019 Chevy Colorado that has to have the battery disconnected all you need is a power outlet kit part # RM-9332 which wires directly to the battery. So your vehicle being disconnected from the battery wouldn't...
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  • Is There Any Way To Put a Front Mounted Trailer Hitch Receiver On a 2021 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2?
  • I do have a couple options for you as there is not a custom fit receiver available for your 2021 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2. Since the Curt Receiver # C31074 will not fit because of the front skid plate Chevrolet put on the ZR2 you could remove or modify the skid plate to work with the receiver. Another option would be to use the Curt Weld-On 2" Receiver # E17 to have a custom made front receiver fabricated at a nearby shop. This could exit higher on the front fascia as well so it will not...
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  • Weight Distribution System Recommendation For A 2018 Chevy Colorado Pulling A 4,147lbTravel Trailer
  • I would recommend a weight distribution system for this application. You will notice in many towing situations that vehicles sag in the rear under the downward force of the trailer coupler. This can cause lift to the front of the vehicle and that increases the chance of sway and lessens towing safety. If the 4147lbs is the dry weight of your travel trailer, that's a good start but you will need to know your fully loaded, ready to tow weight if you don't have that. A scale like the...
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  • Transmission Cooler Recommendation for 2008 Chevrolet Colorado 3.7 L
  • Since transmission fluid cannot be over cooled, you will want to choose the largest and highest rated transmission cooler that will fit on your 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. In this case, I recommend installing the Derale Series 8000 Plate-Fin Transmission Cooler Kit, # D13504. This cooler measures 11 inches wide x 12 inches tall x 7/8 inches deep. I have included a short video for you. For a vehicle specific fitting you can use the Derale Snap-In Adapter Fitting for GM, # D13035.
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  • How Does a Edge CTS3 Improve Towing and What Else Will Helps Improve Towing?
  • The Edge Gas Evolution CTS3 Performance Tuner # EP39YR helps improve trailer towing by providing your 2010 Chevrolet Colorado with additional power. It will also help to firm up shifts allowing for the clutches to not slip and wear as easily. To help make driving safer when towing I recommend adding a Weight Distribution Hitch # EQ37060ET. This helps to keep your truck level when driving for better steering feel and braking. It also integrates trailer sway control to help keep your trailer...
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  • Does Prodigy P3 Brake Controller Stay on All the Time When Not in Use
  • Brake controllers such as the P3 you referenced # 90195 will go into a sleep mode after about 15 minutes of it sensing no movement. If you peek through the window after 15 minutes then it should be in sleep mode. Opening the door or causing movement to the truck could cause it to wake back up. If you totally killed the power to the controller you'd lose all of your brake controller settings. Weak trailer brakes is typically due to brake assemblies that are out of adjustment. Check...
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  • Best Roll Up Tonneau Cover Recommendation for 2018 Chevy Colorado with 6 ft Bed
  • For your 2018 Chevy Colorado with a 6 foot bed the BAK Revolver part # BAK92VR is what I recommend. It rolls up like you want, allows the best access to the stake pockets on top of the bed rails and since the tarp has metal rods that run from side to side throughout it's by far the most sturdy.
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  • Can 2018 Chevy Colorado 2 Wheel Drive Be Flat Towed Behind RV
  • For your 2018 Chevy Colorado that is 2 wheel drive you can flat tow the vehicle but depending on your engine size and transmission type is the type of modification you'll need to make. If you have a manual transmission 4 cylinder or the 8 speed transmission (either engine size) you'll need a drive shaft disconnect. If you have any other transmission or engine size configuration you'll need a lube pump installed in the transmission. We don't carry either of these products but we do have...
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  • Does Trailer Tongue Weight Factor Into Payload Capacity of Truck
  • Trailer tongue weight does not get factored into the payload capacity of a truck as that figure is mainly for the truck bed's capacity. Basically you need to check the trailer hitch on the vehicle you are towing with and look for the trailer weight capacity and the tongue weight capacity. As long as you under both of those figures you are fine. There's no need to try and add the tongue weight to other ratings that are similar but different. The trailer hitch capacities take everything into...
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  • Will TracRac Ladder Rack Work On 2006 Chevrolet Colorado With Bed Liner
  • The TracRac Ladder Rack, part # TH27000XT-EX is designed to be a good fit for your 2006 Chevrolet Colorado truck with the 5 foot bed. This can be installed on a truck with a bed liner as long as you have access to the underside of the bed rail as the attached photo shows. If you do not have access, you may need to cut a hole in the liner to allow access and enable the clamps to be installed. This rack has an 800 lb weight carrying capacity and includes 4 heavy-duty loop tie-downs. I...
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