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  • Base Plates, Light Kit, Safety Cables, and Braking System to Flat Tow a 2002 Chevy Trailblazer
  • To flat tow your 2002 Chevy Trailblazer you will need the Roadmaster Base Plates, # 3109-1, that you have referenced. These are XL style base plates and they are compatible with the Stowmaster series of tow bars. You will not need any additional parts to attach the tow bar to these base plates. I also recommend safety cables and a light kit as required by law. For safety cables, I recommend the Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables, # RM-643. For a temporary lighting solution, use the Magnetic...
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  • What Ski and Snowboard Rack is Recommended for a Chevy Trailblazer
  • If you have a factory roof rack on your Trailblazer, I would suggest using Thule SnowPack Ski and Snowboard carrier, part # TH7326. The rack uses Thules Speed Link fastening system to clamp right on your factory roof rack cross bars and it will hold up to 6 skis or 4 snowboards without any tools needed. To see a product video featuring the Thule SnowPack, click on the provided link. If your Trailblazer does not have the factory roof rack, please respond with the model year of your vehicle...
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  • Recommendation for a Transmission Cooler for Maximum Towing Capacity on a 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
  • The Derale Series 8000 Plate-Fin Transmission Cooler Kit w/Barb Inlets - Class IV - Efficient , item # D13504, will work on your 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. Along with this cooler you will need the Derale Radiator Adapter Fittings for GM , item # D13018, if your TrailBlazer has the 6.0 Liter engine or the Derale Snap-In Radiator Adapter Fitting for GM , item # D13035, if your engine is the 4.2 or 5.3 liter. I cannot recommend completely replacing the factory transmission cooler on your...
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  • Does Curt T-Connector C55384 Fit A 2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer LT with Factory Tow Package?
  • The Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness for Factory Tow Package - 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # C55384 you were looking at is confirmed to fit your 2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer LT, and will require you to unplug the US Car connector from the back of the 7-way connector. The # C55384 will install in-between your 7-way connector and factory tow package wiring. I included a video of the # C55384 for you to take a look at.
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  • Do Transmission Coolers Affect Cooling Capacity of Radiator
  • Putting a transmission cooler in front of the radiator will very slightly reduce the cooling capacity of the radiator that is on the vehicle. However, most radiators are more than adequate for the vehicle they are installed on so when you reduce their efficiency it goes unnoticed since the radiator was overkill for the vehicle.
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  • Spare Trailer Tire Carrier Recommendations for a 1995 Coleman Utah Pop-up Camper
  • A lot depends on the wheel bolt pattern of your spare tire and the frame size of the trailer. I have included a link to an FAQ article on measuring for bolt pattern for you. If you have a frame that is up to 3 inches wide by 4 inches high, AND you have a 4 on 4 or 5 on 4-1/2 bolt pattern with 10 inch or larger wheels, go with the Fulton carrier, # FSTC1000301. For 5, 6, and 8 lug wheels (except 5 on 5 bolt pattern) and wheels up to 16-1/2 inches in diameter with a trailer frame up to 3...
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  • Should I use Air Springs or Timbren Suspension Enhancement on a 2003 Chevy TrailBlazer
  • The Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement Systems would be used as stand alone parts. They work similarly to air springs to accomplish similar goals. Both products will provide suspension support and work to keep the vehicle from sagging at the back. Both help with roll stability and ride quality. Where they differ is what each is good for. Air springs are ideal if you carry various size loads frequently because you would be able to level the rear of a vehicle side to side. If you will be...
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  • Roof Rack and Canoe Carrier Recommendations for a 2008 Chevy TrailBlazer
  • If you are looking to set the canoe directly on top of your roof, then you will want a carrier with foam pads like the Malone Canoe Carrier, # MPG156. This carrier was specifically designed for vehicles with or without a roof rack. The foam pads will protect the canoe and your roof from scratches. The tie-downs are included. Based on the weight of your canoe and depending on how far you plan to travel, I strongly recommend looking into a roof rack if you don't already have one and a roof...
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  • Tow Mirror Recommendation for 2005 Chevy TrailBlazer
  • While we don't have custom fit tow mirrors for your Trailblazer like the # 10801 that you mentioned we do have universal options that would work well. Check out the K Source Universal Clip-On Extra Large Towing Mirror # KS3891. This is a universal K-Source mirror that should work well for your 2005 Chevy Trailblazer.
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  • Recommendation for Weight Distribution on 2009 Chevy Trailblazer Towing Jayco 4,600-Lb Trailer
  • Since the towing capacity of your 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is 5,200 lbs and you are towing a 4,600-lb dry weight trailer, you will want to be careful and not overload the trailer with extra cargo that might put you over the 5,200-lb limit. Also, when loading the trailer make sure to load 60 percent of the cargo closer to the front (tongue) of the trailer. This will also help with sway control of the trailer. For your 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4WD towing a 5,200-lb trailer the tongue...
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  • Led Boat Trailer Lights not Working
  • The Trailer Connector Adapter w/ Lamp-Out Sensor Bypass part # 20142 is designed for a different problem that what you're running into. What is happening in your situation is just a weak ground on your trailer. Just trim a slight bit of your current ground off add a new connector and reconnect it but clean the attachment area up really well with a light sandpaper. You have a good enough ground to operate just the running lights or just the the blinkers but when you try to do them both at...
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  • Hitch Lock Recommendation for a Class V 2-1/2 inch Hitch
  • Sounds like you have a 2-1/2 inch hitch on your 2014 Chevy Silverado 3500 so you need a hitch lock with a wider span. The Masterlock Hitch Lock part # 1469DAT would be a great choice for you as it has a span of 3-1/4 inches. I attached a review video for you to check out as well.
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  • Suspension Enhancement Recommendation for a 2014 Ram 2500 with Coil Springs
  • A Timbren system like the part # TDR2500D would be a great option for your 2014 Ram 2500 with coil springs as this system is designed to be used on vehicles with coil springs.
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  • Is a Slide-On or Butt-Up Exhaust Cutout Better for a 3" Exhaust
  • I recommend using a slide-on application like the MagnaFlow Exhaust Cutout # MF10785 which has a 3" Inlet/Outlet. This will keep you from needing some welding done on the exhaust for your 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
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  • Cargo Box that Will Not Interfere with Rear Hatch on 2004 Chevy Tahoe and 2004 Chevy Trailblazer
  • The Thule Atlantis cargo boxes have been discontinued which is why you are not seeing all of the information. The current generation of Thule boxes are the Force, Sonic, and Pulse and there are few others like the Hyper and Sidekick. I checked with Thule and there are many boxes you can use that will not interfere with the rear hatch opening. I recommend the Force XT, # TH6358B. It has 18 cubic feet of space and measures 82-3/4 inches long. The mounting feet can move forward and backward...
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  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2003 Chevy TrailBlazer
  • Yes, I checked with Roadmaster and the Explorer tow bar you have is compatible with the XL style base plates like the part # 3109-1 that you referenced. Only issue you might run into is that the Explorer has a 5k capacity which is what you listed the weight of your vehicle as. If you happen to be below 5k then this tow bar would work. Otherwise, you will need to upgrade your tow bar. The most popular compatible tow bar is the Falcon 2, # RM-520. This has a 6k capacity which would work...
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  • Weight Distribution Recommendation for an EZ Loader Boat Trailer with Surge Brakes
  • We do have weight distribution systems that will work with the surge brakes on your EZ Loader boat trailer. I have attached a link to all of the weight distribution systems we carry that are compatible with surge brakes like # 49570. The friction sway bar of the system you referenced is what is not compatible with surge brakes, so you can use a system without it for your boat and then add it for other trailers without surge brakes using # 83660. The most important thing to consider when...
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  • Is a Weight Distribution System Needed for a 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer Towing a Coachman Freedom
  • I did a bit of research and the 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weighs in at somewhere around 4,500 lbs, depending on equipment. As a general rule anytime you are towing a trailer that weighs greater than 50 percent of the vehicles total weight, trailer brakes and weight distribution are recommended. You should check your TrailBlazer and hitch weight ratings to determine the actual towing capacity for your specific vehicle. The weight distribution system you referred to, # 66557, would not...
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  • Roadmaster Base Plate Kit Recommendation for 2006 Chevy TrailBlazer Blue OX Rangefinder II Tow bar
  • You could use a Roadmaster base plate kit with your Blue Ox Rangefinder II but you will need to use a Blue Ox Rangefinder II to Roadmaster Bracket Adapter # RM-037. For a base plate kit you will need a Roadmaster XL Base Plate Kit # 3109-1. This kit is confirmed to fit your 2006 Chevy TrailBlazer as long as it is not an SS model. The base plate kit # 1418-1 that you referenced is not confirmed to fit your vehicle and would not work for you. For more information on supplemental braking...
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  • Transmission Cooler Recommendations for a 2003 Chevy Trailblazer
  • Whoever told you a transmission cooler would help reduce your transmission cooler temperatures was correct. I would strongly recommend you get the largest one that will fit in front of your radiator. You will need to take some measurements in front of your radiator to determine which cooler will fit the best for you. This Derale Series 8000 Plate-Fin Transmission Cooler Kit, part # D13503, is 11 inches wide by 8-3/4 inches tall and is 7/8 of an inch in depth. If you find that you can...
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