Expert Answers about Chevrolet C/K Series Pickup

• What Does Clearance Refer To When Selecting Snow Tire Chains
• Clearance refers to the clearance from the top and sides of the tires to the fender wells on your vehicle. You want to make sure there is plenty of room between the tires and the suspension components and body of the truck. Usually there is plenty of clearance on trucks, but you will want to check your vehicle owners manual to see if tire chains are allowed to be used or recommended for your Chevrolet C/K Series Truck. If your truck is lowered or has modified suspension or wheels, clearance...
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• Using Front Mount Hitch On 1995 Ford Camper Van For Platform Bike Carrier
• You aren't crazy at all. Many people use the front hitch on their vehicle for carrying cargo but there is a bit of caution you need to be aware of. If you block the airflow to the front of the vehicle it can cause the vehicle to overheat and that would be a real problem. Also, you do not want to install anything that blocks the headlights or turn signals for obvious safety reasons. Plus, you do not want to put anything on the front that would impair the driver's visibility. The Swagman...
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• Requested Measurement for Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver 75034
• The Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver, # 75034 is confirmed to fit the 1985 Chevrolet C/K Series Pickup. The requested measurement is 12-1/2" and overall, the width is 20". Please note the attached image.
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• Are Load Resistors Only Required on Turn Signal Circuits to Fix Hyper Flashing from LED Lamps
• You are correct, the turn signal circuits are the only ones affected by the hyperflashing, so you won't need a load resistor on the running light, brake or reverse circuits. I've linked to an installation video for a different load resistor than the # DI34ZR you'd looked at.
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• Can the Tips on the MagnaFlow Cat-Back Exhaust System MF15750 for a 1998 Chevy C/K Series Be Changed
• Yes, you can absolutely switch out the exhaust tips that come with the MagnaFlow Stainless Steel Cat-Back Exhaust System part # MF15750 for your 1998 Chevrolet C/K Series Pickup. The new tips which need to be purchased separately will need to fit a 2-1/2" diameter pipe like the MagnaFlow Exhaust Tip part # MF35210 or part # MF35225 for example. I have attached a list for you of our exhausts tips that meet the above criteria.
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• Does The Fastway WD System # EQ91-00-6100 Use Grip Tape Between The Bars And Brackets?
• The Fastway e2 round bar system # FA94-00-0800 uses steel on steel friction. When The L brackets are manufactured, they do sand a small section of the paint so it is not smooth. You can see the small sanded portion in the picture below. There should not be any kind of grip tape between the bars and the brackets. The steel on steel friction by itself is enough.
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• What Gloss is Used on the Westin Diamondstep Rear Bumper # 61000?
• I have a great solution for you. The paint on the Westin Diamondstep Rear Bumper # 61000 is a semi-gloss coat. The brackets are purchased separately for this bumper (as opposed to being welded on for installation). However, my contact at Westin confirmed that # 61000 will not work on your 1987 Chevrolet C/K Series pickup. With that being said, the part you need is the Westin Diamondstep Rear Bumper # 20000 along with the Mounting Kit # 92230. Is it gloss? Semi-gloss. Part # 20000 with...
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• What Wiring Harness Do I Need for My 1995 C1500 to Tow?
• In order to determine if you need a 6-way or a 7-way on your 1995 Chevy C1500, it depends on what functions you need on your trailer. With a 6-way, you will receive full brake light functions as well as turn signals and brake controller output. The only additional capability you will receive from a 7-way is the option for reverse lights on your trailer (if you have them). With that being said, I recommend a 7-way connector because you can always opt out of the backup light function and...
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• Reverse Light Wire Color on a 1996 Chevrolet K1500 Pickup to Allow Connection of Back Up Light
• The best way to confirm which wire activates your vehicle reverse lights is to remove one taillight assembly and visually identify which lead goes to the reverse light bulb. To remove the taillight, open the tailgate and locate and remove the two taillight retaining screws. This will allow you to pull out the taillight assembly for access to the wiring. Then, for safety sake, it will be useful to have a helper turn the ignition to the on position without starting the vehicle. Then place...
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• What Is The Purpose Of 12V Power On Trailer Connector For Fifth Wheel Trailer
• The 12V power pin on the 7-way connector for your fifth wheel is used for maintaining a charge on the trailer battery or auxilliary power. I have attached a helpful article that explains what each of the wires on a trailer connector functions are you can check out.
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• Can Two Wiring Adapters Be Used At The Same Time On 1994 Chevrolet Pickup
• Using the 2 adapters together will give you the connector configuration you started with on your truck. The Adapter 7 Pole to 4 Pole with LED Nite-Glow, part # 37335, plugs into a 7-way connector on the vehicle and gives you a 4-way flat connector for a trailer or other items that has a 4-way trailer connector. Using the second adapter like part # 30717, which is similar to the 47205, would just reverse the first adapter. It would need to plug into a 4-way connector on a vehicle and...
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• What Is the Correct Tire Pressure for Travel Trailer
• On any trailer tire such as the Provider ST205/75R15 Radial Trailer Tire # TTWTRTM2057515C you always want to inflate the tire to the maximum cold psi, which on this tire is 50. Doing this will give you the best performance, allowing the tire to wear more slowly and give you optimum gas mileage. You will be able to find out what your tire's psi should be by looking at its sidewall. I have added a help article on trailer tires for you to check out as well which may be useful.
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• Installing Frame-Mount Camper Tie-Down On 1984 Chevrolet C/K Pickup Truck
• We do not have a custom tie-down kit for your 1984 Chevrolet pickup but I may have a solution for you. I called my contact at TorkLift and they told me that you can look under the front of yoru truck bed near the cab and see if you have a 4x4 inch space available, you can install part # TLR3500. You would need to drill through the 4x4 space on your frame to mount the tie-downs for your camper. For the rear you can use the same tie-downs but you will need the same 4x4 inch space on each...
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• How Much Does the BedSlide S Truck Bed Slide Tray - 1,000 lbs Weigh
• The BedSlide S Truck Bed Slide Tray - 1,000 lbs part # BE36WR weighs around 150 lbs.
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• Recommend DeeZee Underbody Toolbox That Has Dual Support Cables and Latches In 3 Places
• I contacted our representative at DeeZee about the Specialty Series Underbody Toolbox, part # DZ75. He informed me that it does open 90 degrees and has chain supports on each end not cables. Part # DZ75, only latches in 1 place and has 1 handle. The representative did inform me that they do have a Underbody Toolbox that meets your requirements, DeeZee Specialty Series Underbody Toolbox, part # DZDB-2602, except the outside is steel and has a black powder coat paint finish. Part # DZDB-2602...
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• Is the CIPA Custom Towing Mirror Fully Adjustable
• The face of the mirror is indeed fully adjustable. The OEM (factory) mirror can be adjusted as well, which will affect the adjustment of the CIPA towing mirror. Make sure the factory mirror on your 1993 Chevy truck looks exactly like the mirror shown in the provided photo.
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• What Is Needed To Convert Trailer From Hydraulic Brakes To Electric Over Hydraulic
• I have attached a couple of helpful articles you can check out. They tell you in detail what is needed when adding electric over hydraulic brakes on a trailer. You will need to know the bearing and race sizes on your trailer. The easiest way to do this is by pulling the hub off and checking the inner and outer bearings for numbers. I have attached a drawing that shows where the numbers can typically be found. If you are unable to find the numbers you will need to use a digital caliper...
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• How Much Additional Oil Is Needed For Derale Engine Oil Cooler With 10 Feet Of Hose
• I called my contact at Derale and they told me that the engine oil cooler, part # D15502 will hold about 7 ounces of oil. they also said that 10 feet of hose could possibly hold another 7 ounces, so that means the system would total about 14 ounces of oil. A quart of additional oil seems like an excessive amount to account for this cooler system. The instructions say you should install the unit and then start the engine to check for leaks. It then states to check the oil level and add...
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• Determining the Function of a Wire Labeled YEL FEED BRK SW on a 1994 Chevy C/K2500
• The wire you are referring to is probably the center high mount stop light wire or CHMSL. This wire would be used for a third brake light function for example on a camper shell. You can test it by using a circuit tester like # PTW2993. If the wire shows a signal only when the brakes are pressed, and not when the turn signals are on or flashers are engaged, then it is the CHMSL. If it does show a signal with the blinkers and flashers then it is a taillight brake light wire that also carries...
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• Parts to Help 1994 Chevy C/K Series Truck More Easily Pull 6,000 lb Trailer
• You gave a lot of great information but we have to rely on the owner's manuals to confirm any type of capacity specs and when I looked up the owner's manual of your 1994 Chevy Silverado 1500 it had no specifics on either towing capacity or load capacity, apart from not exceeding your GAWR, which is found on your door jamb. What I can tell you is that the owner's manual said to always use sway control if your trailer weighs more than 4,000 lbs. Since yours is it is a very good idea to...
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