Trailer Hitch and Wiring Harness Recommendation for 1978 Chevrolet K20 Pickup with Step Bumper
Question:
1 have a 1978 Chevy k20 with a step bumper. What hitches will work, would prefer at least 1,200 tongue, and 12,00 tow. I also use 7 wire RV connector, trailer all have brakes, please reccommemd wiring harness Thanks
asked by: Richard M
Helpful Expert Reply:
For your 1978 Chevrolet K Series with step bumper, I recommend the B&W Heavy Duty Trailer Hitch Receiver # BWHDRH25198. This trailer hitch is designed to fit the 1978 C/K Series Pickup with an 8 foot bed with a deep drop bumper.
This trailer hitch will meet the weight capacity needs you referenced, offering 1,600 pounds tongue weight and 16,000 pound towing capacities. This hitch has a powder coat finish to help resist rust and has safety chain loops built in.
I have attached a photo showing some measurements on the hitch so you can ensure that the hitch has enough room to clear your bumper. I have also attached an installation video of this hitch on a 1997 Ford F-350 for you to have somewhat of an idea of the installation.
The wiring harness I recommend is the Tow Ready T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness # 118311. This wiring harness will provide you with a 4-way flat trailer connector. To complete the wiring to provide a 7-way trailer connector, you will want to use our # ETBC7 kit. If you do not have a break controller, I recommend the Tekonsha Prodigy P2 Trailer Break Controller # 90885.
I have attached a review video of the break controller, and a help article on installation the # ETBC7 kit.
Products Referenced in This Question
T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- No Converter
- Custom Fit
- 4 Flat
- Tekonsha
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Tekonsha Prodigy P2 Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Proportional Controller
- Electric
- Electric over Hydraulic
- Automatic Leveling
- Under-Dash Box
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- Up to 4 Axles
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- Up to 360 Degrees
- Tekonsha
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Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller - 7-Way RV and 4-Way Flat - 10 Gauge Wires
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B&W Heavy-Duty Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class V - 2"
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- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class V
- 1600 lbs TW
- 16000 lbs GTW
- 16000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 1600 lbs WD TW
- Visible Cross Tube
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