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  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2000 Chevy S-10 Behind an RV
  • Curt Tow Bar # C19745 isn't vehicle specific so you can use it on your 2000 Chevy S-10. It comes with universal bumper brackets that will need to mount to a flat, metal section of the vehicle bumper which does require modifying/reinforcing the bumper/vehicle. This tow bar is fine for moving vehicles short distances but as a regular use tow bar it is not a good solution. If you will be towing the S-10 long distances behind an RV then I recommend a custom flat towing set up. For that you...
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  • Trailer Hitch Fit Recommendation for 2000 Chevy S-10 with Sportside and Non-Towing Bumper
  • Looks like you have a 2000 Chevy S-10 with a Sportside and a non-towing bumper. For that the Draw Tite hitch part # 75085 is a confirmed fit and would work well.
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  • Ladder Rack Recommendation for 2001 Chevy S-10 for Carrying 2 Kayaks
  • For carrying your 2 kayaks the Yakima Outdoorsman 300 part # Y01136-Y00409 that you referenced would be a great option. It is confirmed to fit your 2001 Chevy S-10, has more than enough capacity for your kayaks as it has a 300 lb capacity and will install easily. It also will free up your truck bed for other cargo as well. I recommend the JayLow part # Y04073 for two kayaks on this ladder rack as well. I attached a review video for this as well.
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  • Installing Truck Bed Roof Rack On 2002 Chevy S-10 For Transporting A Kayak
  • It sounds like you are wanting to install a single crossbar on the bed of your 2002 Chevy S-10 to go with your already installed crossbar. There are not any single crossbars that you can add so you would need to install a complete truck bed rack such as Erickson Truck Bed Ladder Rack w/ Load Stops - Steel - 800 lbs # EM07706. Or you could go with a more affordable setup like Erickson Truck Bed Ladder Rack - Side Mount - Steel - 250 lbs # EM07708. This mounts on one side of the truck bed...
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  • Recommended T-Connector Trailer Wiring Harness for 1997 Chevrolet S-10 4.3L Automatic Pickup
  • We do offer custom-fit T-connector 4-pole wiring harnesses for your 1997 Chevrolet S-10 Pickup. You can use the Curt part # C55312, which will plug in without any cutting or splicing of wires to the connector located beneath your vehicle, along the driver's-side frame rail. Be sure to solidly attach the white ground wire's ring terminal to a clean bare metal surface on the truck. A proper ground is essential for correct operation of a wiring harness.
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  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2003 Chevy S-10 ZR2 Behind an RV
  • I spoke with my contact over at Blue Ox and he said that # BX1616 base plates are the ones that you can use for your 2003 Chevy S-10 ZR2 and you should be good to go. For a compatible tow bar I recommend the Alpha, # BX7380. This tow bar is rated for 6,500 pounds and comes with safety cables. For lighting I recommend going with a magnetic kit # RM-2120 because it is low cost, easy to set up, and bypasses the vehicle wiring. You may also need a high/low adapter to keep the tow bar level....
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  • Trailer Wiring Options for a 1998 Chevy S-10
  • Based on what you described it either sounds like your truck is wired differently than normal (which is highly unusual) or you are looking at the wrong connectors for trailer wiring. The part # 118359 should be the correct fit. But if the connectors are truly different you could just hardwire the 4-way with part # 18252.
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  • Placement and Number of Safety Chain Mounts Needed on Trailer
  • The # 3375471001 Safety Chain Mounts would typically be welded to the trailer frame or tongue, the exact location would depend on the design of the trailer. You'll want to use two safety chain mounts. The mount is designed to hold a 3/8th's inch chain, so you'll need to make sure that the link on the chain has an opening size of at least 3/8 of an inch.
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  • When Does Brake Output Circuit of Vehicle 7-Way Have Voltage
  • The brake output circuit on a 7-way (5:00 pin) will only have as much voltage on it as the brake controller is sending. Typically this going to depend on the amount of gain selected on the controller and other factors like brake controller style and ramp up speed of the controller. The only time the circuit would have voltage without the brake pedal being applied would be if you had the manual override lever of the controller slid. I attached a couple help articles on brake controllers...
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  • Recommended Wiring and Brake Controller for Towing With 2003 Chevy S-10 ZR2
  • The first thing you will want to do is find if you already have a 4-way connection on your 2003 Chevy S-10 ZR2. I have attached a picture below of a 4-way flat connection for your reference. If you do not already have this connection then you will need to start by installing a 4-way. For the most reliable wiring harness, I recommend the Tekonsha T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness # 118359. This will plug into existing wiring so no cutting or splicing is required. Once you have your 4-way installed,...
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  • Complete System for Flat Towing a 2006 Jeep Wrangler X
  • For your flat towing system on your 2006 Jeep Wrangler X I recommend the Demco Tabless Base Plate Kit # DM9519045 which is confirmed to fit. The kit pairs up with the Demco Commander II Non-Binding Tow Bar # DM9511012 which includes safety cables. Then for your tow bar wiring, I recommend the Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267. This will utilize your vehicle's factory wiring and yet protect your vehicle electronics so you will have a really clean look that...
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  • Base Plate Kit Recommendation for a 1996 Chevy S-10 4 Wheel Drive
  • For a set of base plates that you would want for your 1992 Chevy S-10 you would want the part # 179-2. These will attach to your Draw Tite tow bar with the correct adapter part # RM-025. I also attached a help article on flat towing for you to check out as well.
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  • Why Doesnt LED Work Light # UCL24CB have Replacement Bulb/Filament
  • The LED Work Light # UCL24CB that you referenced does not have replaceable filaments or bulbs. Since it's an LED style light that lasts almost indefinitely you wouldn't have to worry about replacing the bulbs. That said, if they were replaceable the cost of them would be about the same as the entire assembly so you'd be in a situation where replacing the entire thing would be easiest and most cost effective.
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  • Flat Towing a 2002 Chevy S-10 2WD Behind a Motor Home Recommendations
  • I did some checking and it looks like the only way to flat tow your 2002 Chevy S10 is with a lube pump. Check the owners manual of your truck to verify this. There are several other components needed to flat tow your truck. I recommend Roadmaster Base Plates, # 161-1 to start. The most popular tow bar we have is the Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar part # RM-520. You will also need safety cables and a light kit as required by law. For safety cables, I recommend the Single Hook, Coiled Safety...
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  • Timbren Suspension Kit Recommendation for 2002 Chevy S-10 ZR2
  • We have a Timbren kit that is designed specifically for the ZR2 versions of the 2002 Chevy S-10. For that you would want the part # TGMRS10A. A track bar would not be an issue with this kit at all.
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  • Is there a Bull Bar that Fits a 2000 Chevy S-10
  • For your 2000 Chevy S-10 we have a couple of light bars that look similar to Bull Bars but their primary function is to hold additional lights. For black we have # 30-0005-1065. And for polished stainless steel we have # 30-0000-1065.
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  • Trailer Hitch for a 1996 Chevy S-10 with Roll Pan Bumper
  • We do have a trailer hitch for your 1996 Chevy S-10 with the roll pan bumper. it is Curt hitch # 13920. I have included a link to the installation instructions for you. 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 ball, 2 inch ball, hitch pin with clip, and a storage bag. If the ball mount kit...
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  • Recommendations to Flat Tow a 1991 S-10 and a 1997 Jeep Wrangler TJ with a Tracker Tow Bar
  • The Roadmaster Tracker Tow Bar # RM-020 that you referenced is compatible with the Roadmaster Classic Base Plate kit # 107-1. You should note that the # 107-1 is only confirmed to fit your S-10 and would not be compatible with your 1997 Jeep Wrangler TJ. You will need a Roadmaster XL Base Plate Kit # 1424-1 for your Wrangler. The # RM-020 will work on this vehicle also. There are several other components required to flat tow a vehicle also. Next, you will want quick disconnects to attach...
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  • Can Trailer Ball Hole in Towing Bumper Be Enlarged to Accommodate a 2-5/16 inch Trailer Ball
  • I wouldn't recommend doing that, as it will reduce the structural integrity of the bumper. Most towing bumpers are only rated for 3500 lbs, and a trailer that would use a 2-5/16 ball is typically heavier than that. You'd want to use the receiver hitch shown in your photo, rather than mounting a ball in your bumper.
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  • How Can I Tow a 2007 Toyota Prius Behind my RV
  • The only way your 2007 Toyota Prius can be towed is by using a RoadMaster Tow Dolly with Electric Brakes, part # RM-2050-1. Using the # RM-2000-1 you will not have to mess with installing a base plate kit on your Prius or have tow bars on your RV. Another added benefit is that the # RM-2050-1 comes with electric brakes, and self steers. You will need a brake controller if you do not have one already, I recommend the Tekonsha Prodigy P2 Brake Controller - Proportional, part # 90885. It...
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