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  • Availability of High Capacity Trailer Hitch that Will fit 34 inch Frame Measured From Outsides
  • I believe I may have a solution for you. The TorkLift SuperHitch Magnum Trailer Hitch Receiver # TLF1003-30 has a 30k towing capacity and is designed for cab and chassis style truck frames that are 34 inches apart measured from outside to outside. You should note that this hitch only has this rating when used with a weight distribution system like the # TLWD1000. You will need to verify that your motorhome has the same capacity and you should note that this hitch will require drilling...
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  • Troubleshoot Trailer Wiring Lights Not Active Installed Curt T-Conenc # C55355 on 2002 Chevy Venture
  • The Curt trailer wiring harness part # C55355 is a confirmed fit for your 2002 Chevy Venture whether it would have the towing package or not. The connector you used to plug this kit into should be active either way. It sounds like you may have a blown fuse or relay under the hood of your van which is causing the power not to be present.
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  • Tan Floor Mats for a 2004 Chevy Venture Extended Wheelbase and No Video System
  • For your 2004 Chevy Venture with an extended wheelbase and the no video system we have the semi-custom fit rubber mats you could use. For tan front mats you can use # WTW2TN. And for tan second row mats use # WTW25TN. Then for the cargo area, you would use the tan WeatherTech Cargo Liner # WT41099, The # WT41099 is a custom-fit mat for the cargo area of your Venture.
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  • Suspension Enhancement Kit for Lighter Duty Trailer
  • For the lighter duty trailers like what you have we have Timbren kits like the part # TTRA1702 which will help to stabilize the trailer when towing and level the trailer while absorbing some of the road shock. This will allow the trailer to track better and reduce some sway. We don't have shock kits for the lighter duty trailers at this time though.
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  • Cleaning Valterra RV Water Tank # R8030
  • Mix one cup of bleach to four gallons of water for a 15 gallon tank like this. Add the bleach solution to your tank, then fill it up all the way with fresh water. Let it sit for a day and then drain all of the water out and flush with clean water at least three times or until the bleach smell is totally gone.
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  • Can Snow Tire Chains for 2004 Chevy Venture be Used to Get Out of Mud
  • You can use any method you like to get you out of mud though there are a couple of things to note. The first is that you will need chains that have an off-road designation and the other is that you need to follow the guidelines for using chains that is in the owner's manual of your 2004 Venture which states you should use Class S chains on the front tires only. There is one chain that fits the bill on the size 215/70-15 or 215/70-15 tires that are common to '04 Ventures, the Titan Chain...
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  • Is Drilling Required for a Class III Hitch Installation on a 1998 Chevy Venture
  • All of the hitches available for your 1998 Chevy Venture require drilling for installation. On your 1998 model, you would be required to drill one or two holes, depending on the wheel base length of your vehicle. If your Venture is a short wheel base model, you would only have to drill for the rear most mounting holes closest to the vehicle bumper for the Draw-Tite # 75278 Class III. Long base models would require additional drilling for the forward most mounting hole on the passenger...
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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch For 2004 Chevrolet Venture
  • For your 2004 Chevrolet Venture I recommend the Draw-Tite Max-Frame part # 75278. This is a Class lll hitch and has a 2 inch receiver opening. Using a Class lll hitch will give you the ability to carry several more accessories.
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  • Trailer Right Turn Signal Not Working When Connected To 2004 Chevy Venture
  • Since the trailer lights are working when connected to the 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan, it sounds as though the converter that is in your 2004 Chevy Venture trailer wiring harness might be damaged. You will need to use a circuit tester like part # PTW2993 and check the wire for the right turn signal that is going into the converter box. If it has power going into the box, then you will need to check the wire for the right turn signal coming out of the converter box. If there is no power...
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  • Leaf Spring Recommendation for a Trailer to Stiffen Up Suspension that has 3,500 lb Axles
  • Regardless of the amount of leaves a leaf spring has if the capacity is the same between two of them they would both flex and bottom out the same. I would recommend you have your trailer and boat weighed so that you know whether or not you are overloading the trailer/leaf springs. You should note that going to a heavier spring won't necessarily give your trailer a higher weight rating, just a higher spring rating. For a higher rated spring you would want the part # e28SR as it has a...
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  • Is Drilling Required When Installing Draw-Tite # 75278 Hitch on 2004 Chevrolet Venture
  • The Draw-Tite Class III Max Frame Receiver Hitch # 75278 referenced in your question is confirmed to fit your 2004 Chevrolet Venture. When installing the hitch on your vehicle, you will need to drill a 1/2 inch hole on the vehicle frame rails. I have attached the complete installation instructions that you can also take a look at so you can see exactly what the process will be. This Class III hitch will provide you with a 2 inch receiver opening and has a 3,500 pound towing weight capacity.
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  • Where Does the C55355 Install On a 2003 Chevy Venture
  • This T-connector will plug into your vehicles wiring harness that is located in the rear cargo area of your van on the drivers-side. I have included a photo showing the location in the rear cargo area of a vehicle similar to yours. I would recommend using some dielectric grease # 11755 when you are installing this wiring harness, this can be used on all electrical connection points and it helps to prevent corrosion. After you have completed the installation of the wiring harness, the...
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  • T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness Part # C55355 for a 1999 Chevy Venture
  • I am assuming you are needing a T-Connector, part # C55355. The connection point is behind the trim panel on the drivers side, just behind the taillights. I will provide a link below to the installation instructions, which will explain the whole installation procedure. We also have an installation video showing the install on a 2002 Venture. The procedure would be identical to that of your 1999 model.
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  • Where is the Trailer Wiring Connection Location on a 2000 Chevy Venture
  • On a 2000 Chevy Venture you will need to pull up the threshold panel in the cargo area so you can pull back the panel on the driver side. The wiring harness should be nearer the end of the vehicle. It can be either a single connector with nothing plugged into it or two connectors connected together. In either case it could be hiding behind another wire bundle or even taped up with another bundle so you cannot see it. I have included links to a couple of videos showing typical installations...
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  • How to Order Replacement Install Hardware for a Trailer
  • We do sell replacement hitch hardware with the part number # RHK. You'd need to enter the part number of the hitch you have as well as select its manufacturer and we'll send you out the correct hardware.
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  • Tow Ready Trailer Wiring Recommendation for a 2003 Chevy Venture
  • For your 2003 Chevy Venture you can absolutely use the Curt # C55355 you mentioned. This unit will not require any wire cutting or splicing to install on your vehicle. It will be a simple plug and play installation. I attached installation instructions for you to check out also.
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  • Recommended Ball Mount for Class II Hitch Installed on 2003 Chevy Venture
  • The recommended ball mount for your 2003 Chevy Venture for the Reese Class II hitch you have installed on your 2003 Chevy Venture is the Draw Tite part # 36061. Then for hitch balls you'd want the part # 19258 for a 2 inch ball or part # 19257 for a 1-7/8 inch ball.
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  • Do Factory Bump Stops Get Trimmed to Install AirLift Air Bags on a 2004 Chevy Venture
  • When installing AirLift 1000 system # AL60748 you will need to cut off the bottom 2 sections of the factory bump stops on your 2004 Chevy Venture. There would not be enough room otherwise. I have included a link to the installation instructions for you to view as well.
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  • Troubleshooting Trailer Light Malfunctions on a Cargo Trailer Pulled by a 2004 Chevy Venture
  • If a traditional converter is not enough to power the all of the lights on your trailer (usually if there are too many lights, some of them might rapidly blink or not power on or be very dim), you would need a powered converter like the # C59496, that has a separate connection to the vehicle battery to power the lights. The power would then come from the battery and not from the vehicle wiring or the converter. That direct connection to the battery is more than enough to power the lights...
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  • Brake Controller Wiring and Installation Kit For a 2000 Chevrolet Venture
  • We have an online information page, see link that contains a wiring diagram that shows how all the trailer wiring connections are made. Along with a four-way wiring harness, item # 118391 for the Equinox and # C55355 for the Venture, you will also need the # ETBC7 brake controller installation kit. There is an online video that shows the installation kit being installed on a 2003 Chevrolet Express Van which will be similar to the installation on your vehicles. The blue wire is the brake...
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