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  • Recommendation For Roof Rack For 2016 Chevrolet Silverado Crew Cab
  • Based on your information, I have a solution for you. For your 2016 Chevrolet Silverado Crew Cab, I recommend the Rhino Rack Aero Bar Roof Rack system: Vortex Aero Crossbars (Item # RRVA150B-2), Legs Kit (Item # RRRLKVA), and DK Fit Kit (Item # DK377). The Rhino Rack fits to your naked roof with clamp-style attachments. It is 59 inches long, the crossbar spread is 31-1/2 inches, and the weight capacity is 165-lbs. Locks are included and the Aero crossbars have a low-profile, aerodynamic...
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  • Ladder Rack and Tonneau Cover Combos for a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Short Bed
  • I do have an option for you but the Lund Genesis Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover that you referenced mounts on top of the bed rails so there would be nowhere for a ladder rack to mount. However, we do have a few tri-fold tonneau covers that will work with the Adarac Aluminum Series Custom Truck Bed Ladder Rack part # A4000963 for 5-1/2' bed or part # A4000948 for 6-1/2' bed which is the only ladder rack that will work with a tri-fold cover because it not only mounts atop the bed rails but also has...
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  • Do Fuses Need To Be Pulled To Flat-Tow a 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
  • There are not any fuses on your 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 that must be pulled before being flat-towed according to the owner's manual. However, you will need to disconnect the battery each time in order to prevent it from draining while in tow and in order to do this with the flick of a switch you can use the Roadmaster Automatic Battery Disconnect with Switch part # RM-766. If you need any other parts to complete your flat-towing setup then please just let me know.
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  • Replacement Mounting Hardware Recommendation for Westin HDX Grille Guard part # 57-3785
  • The replacement mounting brackets for the Westin HDX Grille part # 57-3785 that you referenced is the part # 57-378PK which would fit the stainless steel or black version of this guard.
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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch and Wiring for a 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 To Haul Boat Trailer
  • For your 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, I using the recommend Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 76016 because it has a clean look (see photo), sufficient capacity for you needs, and it offers a drill free/easy install which I have attached an install video on for you. For a trailer wiring harness, I recommend the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector part # 118384 which will plug into a connector under your bumper and you can then mount this using...
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  • Recommended Front Mount Hitch for 2015 Chevy Silverado for Snowsport Snow Plow
  • I'd recommend using the Curt # C31069 front mounted hitch for your Snowsport Plow, because of the improved ground clearance it offers compared to the Curt # C31012. This being said, in order for your Snowsport plow to work correctly, the bottom of the receiver tube needs to be within 8-16 inches of the ground. I'd recommend you take a measurement from the bottom of the front frame member to ensure the receive will be at the correct height. Measure down from the underside of the frame by...
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  • Towing Capacity of 2018 Chevy Silverado 1500 with 3.42 Axle Ratio
  • I took a look at the online owner's manual for your 2018 Chevy Silverado 1500. Under the towing section it lists quite a few possible capacities for the 1500 with the 3.42 axle ratio depending on a number of factors such as the engine size, cab size, bed length, and drivetrain. Depending on what your truck is equipped with you are looking at a towing capacity as low as 7,100 pounds to as high as 12,500 pounds depending on your particular model. I highly recommend checking your copy of...
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  • Weight Distribution System/Suspension Enhance Recommendation for a 2014 Chevy Silverado 1500
  • The RAS system part # RAS4611 would provide your 2014 Chevy Silverado 1500 with suspension support to help level it while you are towing, but I have a much better option for you to consider if your trailer happens to be a bumper pull trailer. If you have a fifth wheel trailer then the RAS would be the perfect choice. A weight distribution system will level your truck as well, but since it does this by distributing some of the tongue weight of the trailer up to the front axle of the truck...
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  • Does Pop & Lock Power Lock Conversion Kit # PAL9772 Tie Into Alarm System of Truck
  • While the Pop & Lock Power Lock Conversion Kit # PAL9772 does tie into your vehicle's power locks and allows it to unlock and lock with key FOB it does not connect to the alarm system in any way so it would not set off the alarm like if someone were to manually unlock your door with the system armed.
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  • Front Mount Hitch Receiver Needed for a 2017 Chevy Silverado 1500
  • Out of the available front mount hitches that fit your 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 I recommend the Draw-Tite # 65064. In all honesty it has the same weight ratings as the Curt # C31069 but it is a little more popular and has more reviews. Either one will be a great choice for you so if you are more loyal to Curt over Draw-Tite you would still be getting a great product. If you plan on doing the installation yourself you may want to take a look at the linked instructions for both options...
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  • Replacement Bracket Kit Recommendation for Aries Grille Guard # AA4091
  • The correct bracket kit for the Aries grille guard part # AA4091 is the part # AABRKT-4091.
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  • Air Bags or Weight Distribution for Towing a Flagstaff Epro with a 2017 Chevy Silverado 1500
  • When it comes to leveling out or supporting a trailer towing setup a weight distribution (WD) system is almost always the recommendation when compared to air bags. The reason being that air bags will help to level the towing setup, but a WD system distributes that tongue weight between all axles (both tow vehicle and trailer) which not only helps to level the towing setup, but it also improves handling. The only time that air bags would really be recommended over WD is if the pickup is...
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  • Tips to Improve Voltage Drop from Trailer Connector to Back to the Rear Light Assemblies
  • I'm not sure I totally believe that the problem is a lack of voltage. It's possible this is the case, but12 volts should easily power a camera designed for a standard 12 volt system. I would recommend taking the camera up near the vehicle battery and try powering the camera straight from the battery as this is where the voltage would be the highest. If the camera works here then it is voltage related. If not, then the camera is most likely defective. Now the reason for the voltage loss...
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  • Weight Distribution System or Rear Air Bags for Towing a Trailer
  • The best solution when truck sag is caused by a trailer's tongue weight is a weight distribution system. This is because a properly rated system will actually re-distribute this weight over both axles of your truck and the trailer to create a level ride instead of just providing additional support like air bags. A weight distribution system with integrated sway control will also just help to create a much more enjoyable towing experience with limited side-to-side movement and much fewer...
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  • Which J-Style Kayak Carrier Is Best For Hauling An 83lb Kayak On Adarac Ladder Rack?
  • Your best option for carrying an 83lb kayak on your Adarac ladder rack is to use etrailer J-Style Kayak Carrier - Folding - Universal Mount # e98878. This will fit around the square bars on your ladder rack and provide a nice J-style cradle for your kayak. The weight capacity is 150lbs for this carrier and the weight capacity for your ladder rack is 500lbs, so you will have no issue with this setup. Straps and tie-downs are included with this kit; I attached a demonstration video for you.
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  • TracRac Sliding Ladder Rack Base that Fits 2021 Chevy Silverado 1500 Short Bed
  • For a 2021 Chevy Silverado the Thule TracRac SR rack you'd need if you had a 6-1/2 foot bed would be the part # TH43002XT-781 which means for just the base rails you'd want # TH21781. If you had a 5-3/4 foot bed you'd want the part # TH43002XT-782 which means the base rails by themselves would be # TH21782.
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  • TorkLift Camper Tie-Downs For Chevrolet Silverado 1500 With Dual Exhaust
  • For your 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 with 5-3/4 foot or 6-1/2 foot bed, with or with out running boards, and with or without factory hitch, the TorkLift # TLC2224 FRONT tie-downs are a confirmed fit. For REAR tie-downs use TorkLift # TL54FR since you have dual exhaust. If you don't already have turn buckles, the TorkLift Locking FastGun Turnbuckles part # TLS9522-2-LK are what I recommend.
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  • Does the Curt Multi-Ball Adjustable Ball Mount # D900 Reduce Hitch Capacity
  • The Curt Multi-Ball Adjustable Ball Mount # D900 that you referenced is pretty long but it does not reduce the capacity of a hitch like a hitch extender would. This would easily allow you to tow your 3,800 lb trailer.
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  • Most Economical Bike Rack Recommendation for a 2014 Chevy Silverado 2 Inch Front Mounted Hitch
  • I can help you find a bike rack for the 2 inch front hitch on your 2014 Chevy Silverado. For the most economical platform bike rack, I would recommend the Swagman # S64650 for your 2014 Chevy Silverado's front hitch. This rack has a shank rise of 4 inches and will extend out from the center of the hitch pin hole to the edge of the carrier 20-1/4 inches. The weight capacity of this bike rack is 35lbs per bike and will fit bikes with a maximum wheel base of 51-1/2 inches in length. A...
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  • Is Curt Spectrum Trailer Brake Controller a Good Option for 2018 Chevy Silverado 1500
  • The Curt Spectrum Trailer Brake Controller # C51170 is a great choice for a brake controller in your 2018 Chevy Silverado 1500 because it is easy to use with the control knob you referenced and is a proportional controller so you will get smooth braking. To install it in your '18 Silverado you would also need the Curt Custom Wiring Adapter # C51451. The only other brake controller I recommend checking out is the Curt Echo Mobile Trailer Brake Controller # C51180 because this is even easier...
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