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  • Install Harness for Tekonsha Voyager to Install in 2019 Chevy Suburban
  • To install your Tekonsha Voyager # 39510 in your 2019 Chevy Suburban you would need a new install harness with part # 3016 since what you have from the old vehicle would not fit the new one due to changes they made to the vehicle.
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  • Best Complete Towing Setup for a 2003 Chevy Suburban 1500
  • First thing you need to do is check your owners manual to determine if your vehicle has the capacity to tow 8,000 lbs. Let's start with a hitch. For that I will recommend the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch # 41930. This would have more than enough capacity. If you plan on doing 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...
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  • Roof Cargo Basket Recommendation for a 2007 Chevy Suburban
  • I checked with Surco and they list Safari Rack # SPS5084-1101 as the proper fit for your 2007 Chevy Suburban. This version comes with adapters to attach the basket to the factory side rails on your Suburban. Side rails run front to back. The basket does not attach to crossbars that run side to side. As for the different sizes available with the correct adapters the 50 inch width will be needed for a proper fit but there is # SPS5060-1101 at 60 inches long. Another option for most aftermarket...
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  • Why Does the Trailer Hitch for a 2002 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 Require a Factory Hitch
  • The only trailer hitch we offer for a 2002 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 that does not have a set of mounting holes that need to be attached to a factory rear bumper is the Draw-Tite Ultra Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 41930. However, it does attach to the factory bumper bracket so that will need to be in place in order for this or any custom fit trailer hitch to work for you. The forward most (towards rear) mounting hole is in the bumper bracket which is why it needs to have this to be...
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  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2019 Chevy Suburban 1500 behind RV
  • We have everything you'll need to flat tow your 2019 Chevy Suburban except for a transmission lube pump since the vehicle is 2WD. For a base plate kit you'd need to start with the part # RM-523179-4 which is a fit for your vehicle. In addition to the base plates, you will also need a compatible tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking to flat tow your vehicle. The most popular compatible tow bar is the Falcon All Terain, # RM-522. This has non-binding arms which makes...
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  • RoadActive Suspension for 2002 Suburban 1500
  • RoadActive # RAS4611 Active Suspension (2000 pounds) Standard Duty is a confirmed fit in my Fit Guide for a 2002 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 with rear leaf springs. We do not have the same RoadActive Suspension kit for your Suburban rated for (3000 pounds) heavy duty service. In fact, RoadActive Fit Guide shows that leaf springs ended in 1999. You should visually double-check your rear suspension before ordering anything. Keep in mind that suspension upgrades improve ride and handling but...
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  • I Need A Sewer Hose That Will Fit A Sewer Hose Carrier
  • The RhinoFLEX sewer hose # CAM39761 with 360-degree swivel fittings provides a reliable connection between your RV and sewer inlet. The steel wire reinforced polyolefin tubing helps prevent major damage and ensures it remains extended to your desired length. The length is 15' fully extended and fully retracted: 52-3/4". The tube diameter is 3". This Valterra RV Sewer Hose Carrier # A04-5094BK will fit the # CAM39761 hose. This hose carrier lets you carry your sewer hose, fishing pole,...
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  • Weight Distribution System for a 2017 GMC Yukon with 27ft 5200 lb Dry
  • If you are trying to decide between a dual cam or friction style weight distribution system, then I recommend the dual cam system. Using a dual cam system, like the Reese Strait-Line # RP66084, will help eliminate trailer sway before it begins while the friction system will tries to correct sway after it has already started. Friction systems begin to work only after a trailer begins to start to sway. The bars use the metal to metal friction that helps bring the trailer back in line. With...
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  • Brake Controller And Plug-in Wiring Harness For 2015 Chevrolet Suburban
  • We have just what you need for your 2015 Chevrolet Suburban. I recommend the Tekonsha Prodigy P3, part # 90195 for a brake controller. This is one of our most popular controllers because it is easy to install and operate. The brake controller junction box is located under the dash of your Suburban located just to the left of the steering column. You can use the Tekonsha Brake Controller Adapter, part # 3016. This simply plugs into the junction box on your vehicle and the other end plugs...
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  • How to Activate 12 Volt Circuit of 7-Way of 1998 Chevy Suburban
  • Under the brake booster under the hood of your 1998 Chevy Suburban is the end of the orange wire that would need to run to your vehicle battery to activate the 12 volt circuit so that you can install the Curt Echo part # C51180. It might be in rough shape so if you need to replace it with 10 gauge wire part # 10-1-1 which we sell by the foot.
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  • Roof Rack and Assisted Loading Kayak Carrier Recommendation for 2019 Chevy Suburban
  • We have just what you need! For a roof rack for your 2019 Chevy Suburban I recommend the Rhino Rack Vortex Aero Bar roof rack part numbers # RRVA150B-2, # RRRCH4, and # RRRCP43-BK. I really like this rack as it attaches to the factory fixed mounting points of your vehicle's roof, has aero shaped bars which helps prevent wind noise and rivals the really expensive roof racks at a much better price. Then for a kayak carrier I'd recommend the Thule Hullavator part # TH898. This will attach...
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  • Which is More Helpful When Towing: Engine Oil Cooler or Transmission Fluid Cooler
  • Transmission cooler is definitely more important than an engine oil cooler. Most modern vehicles have cooling systems that are very efficient and an engine oil cooler is not needed at all. In some cases they actually will slightly lower oil pressure so they really aren't recommended. Transmission coolers do help a ton to preserve the life of a transmission so we recommend them highly. Basically you can't over cool transmission fluid and the cooler it stays the longer the transmission lasts....
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  • Why Would Tow Vehicle Still Sag with Andersen Weight Distribution System being Used
  • The Andersen weight distribution system isn't as effective as other systems. The reason you are still experiencing sag with a weight distribution system is solely because of how ineffective that system is. The chains they use instead of spring bars just doesn't work as well. Your best solution is going to be to go to a more effective system like the Reese kit part # RP66541 which will easily allow your Suburban to sit level. Suspension enhancement like the Coil Rite kit part # F4108 will...
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  • Harness Needed to Install P2 Brake Controller in 2018 Chevy Suburban
  • The Prodigy P2 brake controller part # 90885 that you have is still considered to be one of the nicest brake controllers out there so it would be a great choice to use in your 2018 Chevy Suburban. All you need to install it is the part # 3016 which plugs into the port under the dash of your vehicle. I attached an install video for this harness for you to check out as well.
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  • Connecting to Generator from 50 Amp Service on RV
  • For the 3 prong 30 amp outlet on your generator, I recommend using the Power Grip Generator 30 Amp to 50 Amp RV Power Cord Adapter # CAM55412. The 3-Prong twist-lock design will connect with the outlet on the generator and the female end will connect with your RV's 50-amp power plug. This adapter is rated for up to 125 volts. For higher voltage items, you can use the Mighty Cord Generator Adaptor # A10-G30450VP. This is rated for up to 240 volts of power and will connect to the 4 prong...
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  • Recommended Transmission Cooler with Fan for 2012 Chevy Suburban
  • I spoke with my contact at Derale and he said that your 2012 model Chevy Suburban 1500 uses 1/2 inch transmission lines so the Derale Hyper-Cool Transmission Cooler # D13960 won't be the best option. For your Suburban you will instead want the Derale Hyper-Cool # D15960 which is essentially the same cooler with fan but designed to work with the 1/2 inch lines. An adapter isn't needed as the compression fitting that comes included with this cooler should work perfectly. A transmission...
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  • Economical Roof Kayak Carrier for 2014 Chevy Suburban
  • A post-style multi-kayak carrier like the Rhino-Rack Nautic # RRS520 that you referenced and the similar Thule Stacker # TH830 is a great way to transport up to 4 kayaks as long as the vehicle has a compatible roof rack. They are indeed a cost-effective option. But on a taller vehicle like your 2014 Suburban this type of carrier may not be the easiest to use in terms of loading and unloading since you typically need to get access to the center of the roof where the carrier typically mounts...
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  • K-Source Snap & Zap Custom Towing Mirrors For 2006 Chevrolet Suburban
  • Yes, I suggest you get the K-Source Snap & Zap Custom Towing Mirrors, # KS80800. These are a confirmed fit for the 2006 Chevy Suburban, all trim packages. These towing mirrors snap over the backs of your factory side-view mirrors, they are manually adjustable and will not vibrate obscuring your view. Check out the product review and installation video I've linked to.
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  • Weight Distribution with Sway Control Recommendation for a 2007 Chevy Suburban Towing 7000 Pounds
  • The Reese Strait-Line Hitch with Shank 1,200 lbs. TW / 12,000 lbs. GTW, item # RP66084, would be a good choice for the tongue weight and gross trailer weight loaded and ready to tow that you have mentioned. Installation instructions and a video installation of a similar system are linked below. You will need to check your vehicle owner manual or with Chevrolet to make sure that your vehicle towing capacities are within the limits of your setup.
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  • Availability of Hitch Extender that Provides up 24 inches of Extension with 500 lb Tongue Weight
  • We do have extensions that can provide 2 feet of extension that have enough capacity for 500 lbs of tongue weight. For that we have the # C45048 which can be used in a 24 or 34 inch overall length extension. The catch is that your vehicle has to have a 2-1/2 inch hitch installed on it. There are no options that long for if the hitch is 2 inches since the leverage puts quite a bit of stress on the hitch and you'd want the higher capacities of the larger size.
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