Expert Answers about Chevrolet Silverado

• Options For Replacing Factory Trailer Wiring On A 2006 Chevy Silverado
• If you want to replace just the 7 way plug on the back we do offer a replacement for the factory 7 way plug in part # 30955. This will plug in to the factory harness and give you a 4 way and 7 way plug. If you are wanting to completely replace the factory harness, we can offer you a wiring setup that would hardwire into the vehicles harness. For a 4 flat connector you can install the # 119178KIT. If you want to upgrade it to a 7 way you can add on the # ETBC7 Kit. This will be everything...
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• Is There a Diode in the Circuit to the RV Auxiliary Power
• No, there is not a diode in the circuit feeding the RV Auxiliary power. It sounds to me that you are wanting to use the solar panels on your RV to maintain the charge on your 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. You will not be able to use the solar panels to charge the battery on your truck. Unless you used the solar panels to power your RV and plugged a charger like the CTEK MULTI US 7002 12-Volt Universal Battery Charger # CTEK56353 into your RV outlet. If you are concerned about your RV draining...
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• Can The Bestop Hard Tonneau Cover Be Locked
• The only way to lock the Bestop Hard Tonneau Cover for BestRail Channel Kit System # B42751 would be to slip a small lock through the holes of the latch to prevent anyone from opening it.
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• Will The Friction Points On A Weight Distribution System Ever Wear Out?
• There are a few weight distribution systems, like the Reese Steadi-Flex # RP66558, that use actual friction pads that are similar to a brake pad that will wear out over time, but typically this is not something that you need to worry about with other systems. As another example, the Equal-i-zer # EQ37121ET is constructed from chromoly steel and will not be an issue. However, due to Newton's 3rd Law of Motion, I cannot say it will never happen, but I have never actually seen it and there...
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• Does the Sticker Come Off On the K-Source Replacement Side Mirrors for a Chevrolet Silverado
• The etrailer sticker on all K-Source Replacement Side Mirrors like part # KS62028G for driver side or like part # KS62027G for passenger side which fit a 1999 - 2002 Chevrolet Silverado does not come installed on the mirror. The etrailer sticker is simply used for demo purposes when taking photos to place on the website.
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• Is It Normal For A Trailer Hitch Receiver Tube To Slope Down
• The receiver tube isn't always completely level due to manufacturer issues and with how it could sit when bolted to the frame of the vehicle. Having been around a lot of hitches I can tell you with certainty that the majority of hitches either have a very slightly off centered weld or get a bend to them during transportation, we even made a help article about how to straighten them out which I've attached below. Based on the picture you provided and you stating that you're seeing it slope...
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• Can Super Springs Suspension Stabilizer and Timbren Aeon Springs Be Used Together
• You could indeed use both at the same time if you cared to, as they would fit but it isn't necessary. I'd recommend going with the Timbren # TGMRCK15S only, as that kit offers 8600 lbs of capacity which is plenty. This kit isn't compatible with XFE package-equipped models. In all honesty, if your weight distribution kit is properly rated for your trailer's as-towed tongue weight including the weight of anything stowed in the truck bed behind the rear axle, and the system is set up correctly...
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• Do Punch Plates Cause Cooling Issues for a Transmission
• Punch plates on grille guards like the Westin HDX Grille Guard with Punch Plate, part # 57-1915, have more of a mesh style to them. This allows more airflow than a solid surface. Of course, you will still need to monitor your transmission and engine. If you notice that your transmission is getting too hot (probably if you have an older one), then you can use one of our transmission coolers. I've linked to a list of our coolers that are compatible with your 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. If...
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• How Long Does a 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Lube Plate Last
• I spoke with my contact at Reese regarding the lube plate # RP83002 and its lifespan. He said that there is no set duration it is good for. This is because it all depends on the weight of the trailer, how much you tow the trailer, and the terrain you will be towing the trailer on. A heavier trailer towed frequently on dusty back roads would cause the plate to wear out faster than a light trailer towed infrequently on pavement. You will want to look at the plate before hooking up and if...
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• Will LED Marker Lights Require Resistors On Trailer To Prevent Hyperflashing
• If you install the Sealed, Mini LED Side Marker, Clearance or Identification Light, part # MCL13A2B into your running light circuit you will not need resistors. Hyperflashing may occur when installing LED lights for the turn signals.
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• What Parts Of B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Require Lubrication
• I took a look at the installation instructions for the B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch, part # BWRVK3500-5W. Per the instructions in the Helpful Tips section, they do list the areas of the hitch that need to be lubricated to assure good performance. I have attached a copy of the Helpful Tips section you can check out. Per the instructions the top surface of the coupler and the jaws should be lubricated with automotive type chassis grease. You can use a grease like part # L11354...
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• Are There Replacement Brackets For DM8551010
• The brackets and hardware are not available as separate purchases, so you would need to get the full kit, which is the Underbed Rail and Installation Kit for Demco Hijacker UMS 5th Wheel and Gooseneck Trailer Hitches # DM8551010. I have added a link below to a video install for you to check out as well if you'd like to take a look.
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• Trailer Tire Heat Ratings and Monitoring Devices
• Trailer tires like the Westlake ST205/75R14 Radial Trailer Tire # 274-000012 are not given heat ratings. The heat ratings are something that is given on passenger car/truck tires as a requirement by government agencies. Trailer tires are not subjected to the same kind of wear and tear as other tires. While it is important to ensure the tire is not overheating which is usually caused by underinflation and misalignment of axles, they do not receive heat ratings. I always recommend using...
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• Third Brake Light Wire for Camper Shell on 2012 Chevy Silverado
• The wire for the camper shell on your 2012 Chevy Silverado will be different than the 2006 model. Instead, yours will be orange and labeled CHMSL; this will be in a bundle of wires under the left side of the instrument panel to the left of the steering column.
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• Will Heat And Turn Signal Features Work On Tow Mirrors If OEM Mirrors Do Not Have Those Functions
• If the mirrors you have on your 2012 Silverado do not currently have turn signals, or heat functions, towing mirrors with those features will not be enabled. The wiring is not completed for those functions on the vehicle. If you do not have those functions but want custom towing mirrors on your truck I recommend part # KS80900. These mirrors snap on to the lip of the vehicle mirrors. They will not work with mirrors that have a chrome cap and will not work with telescoping mirrors.
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• Towing a Travel Trailer With The Tailgate Down on a 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD
• Stromberg Carlson 100 Series 5th Wheel Tailgate with Open Design for GM Trucks Item # VGM-07-100 has a 100 lb max weight capacity. However you can get a hitch extender and not replace your tailgate. As long as the extender sets your ball mount past the edge of your tailgate you will have enough clearance for the jack. I recommend Brophy Hitch Extender with Step for 2" Trailer Hitches - 18" Long Item # RST18 if you have a 2" hitch on your truck. When used with weight distribution it gives...
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• Should Hot Water Heater be Drained For One Month 5th Wheel Storage
• For the humidity, since you have the moisture absorbers, I would recommend keeping your vents closed. There's no way to completely keep the humidity under control but since it's only a month I can't see there being any real issues. As for the hot water heater, even for just the one-month storage it's a good idea to go ahead and drain it; that's a decent amount of time to leave water and it isn't terribly difficult. I have linked a help article below for you which details how to do this...
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• What Do Class Ratings for Transmission Coolers Mean
• Transmission coolers like the Derale # D13503 that fits your 2013 Chevrolet Silverado with 4.8L V8 engine using adapter # D13035 are given a class rating to help customers select one. Because we are in the towing industry, our customers are used to seeing Class ratings on their trailer hitches, so this is an easy way to alert the customer as to which cooler is the most efficient for their towing needs. Therefore we use the Class rating to let customers know that if they have a Class II...
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• Type of Tonneau Cover That Best Resists Entry of Moisture
• There is no tonneau cover made that is absolutely, positively 100-percent water tight under all circumstances and conditions. Water tends to find a place where it can flow and that will inevitably include even the tiniest gaps left after even the finest tonneau cover is installed correctly. Anything that is rated to resist water - a wristwatch is a good example - is rated for a specific degree of resistance under specific conditions. A watch may be rated to handle the pressure equal to...
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• How to Get Light With MaxxFan Plus Roof Vent MA00-04000K
• There isn't a replacement cover for the MaxxFan Plus Roof Vent # MA00-04000K that will let light in, but there is an option for adding some light, and that's with a retractable shade (though you don't have to use the shade part) that has LEDs: - MaxxShade Plus Retractable RV Roof Vent Shade w/ LEDs # MA00-03901 The # MA00-03901 will replace your MaxxFan's garnish and while it can open and close as a shade, that's not what you'd be using it for, what you'd use it for are the LEDs that...
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