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  • Mounting Kit For Westing HDX Grille Guard On A 2017 Chevy Silverado 1500
  • You will need the Mounting Kit # 57-387pk to install the Westin HDX Grille Guard on your 2017 Chevy Silverado 1500.
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  • Larger Mounting Brackets For Older Yakima Raptor Bike Carrier Mounted To Adarac Crossbars
  • Yakima does not offer a larger SnapAround Mounting Brackets # Y8810135 for your Yakima Raptor Roof Mounted Bike Carrier # Y02085, which is no longer available. However, you could use the Universal MightyMounts for Yakima Roof Mounted Accessories # Y03590 which will adapt to almost any cross bars that are no more than 4" wide, and 1-1/2" tall. Or, if you're looking to upgrade, the Thule ProRide XT Roof Bike Rack # TH598004 is a great option that will accommodate 1 bike weighing 44-lbs,...
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  • Recommended Plug-In Brake Controller for a 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
  • Right now there actually are not any plug-in brake controller wiring harnesses for your 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The best out right now that requires nothing else other than a 7-way to work is the Curt Echo Wireless Brake Controller - 7-Way Plug Mount w/ Bluetooth App # C51180. This brake controller easily plugs into your 7-way socket and will give your trailer proportional braking without the hassle of cutting or splicing wires. Additionally, this brake controller does have a mobile...
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  • Recommended 5th Wheel Installation Brackets for Curt Rails on 2015 Silverado 1500
  • You can install your Curt # C16204 base rails using the Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Bracket Kit for Chevy/GMC # C16400. These are a custom bracket kit that will fit on your 2015 Chevy Silverado 1500 with a 5-1/2 foot bed and connect to the base rails in the truck bed.
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  • Tekonsha Wiring Adapter For Electric Brake Controllers Compatible With 2014 Chevy Silverado 1500
  • Yes, for your 2014 Silverado 1500 you will need the Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers # 3016. This will quickly connect to the back of your Tekonsha brake controller and plug into the 4 pin connector in your vehicle's junction box. It is located under the dash, left of the steering column, just above the carpeting. I've attached a video of this product as well as an installation video for you.
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  • Recommend Air Bag Suspension Kit For A 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
  • Out of The Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs # F2609 and The Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Air Helper Springs # AL57388 I would recommend The Firestone Springs # F2609 because of their durability compared to the Air Lift Springs # AL57388. Both spring kits have a 5,000 pound capacity but they're constructed differently. The Firestone airbags are constructed for 4 layers of rubber compared to the 2 layers of the Air Lift Springs. The Firestone bags also have a crimp rolled seal that will...
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  • Replacement Tarp for Extang Tuff Tonno on 2017 Chevy Silverado 1500 Short Bed
  • To replace the tarp on your Extang Tuff Tonneau EX14650 you'll want to use the Replacement Tarp for Extang Tuff Tonno Roll-up Soft Tonneau Cover - Black # EX13650. This is the correct fit for a 2017 Chevy Silverado 1500 with 6-1/2 Foot bed.
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  • Recommended Crossbars for a LEER XR100 Camper Shell On a 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
  • It sounds like you already have Thule tracks on your camper shell and are looking for a set of crossbars that'll work with it. If that's the case, then I recommend checking out the Thule TracRac CapRac Ladder Rack for Camper Shell/Truck Cap # TH29200XT. These crossbars measures 69" long x 3" wide x 1-1/4" tall, has a 500-lbs capacity, and is made in the USA.
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  • Will the 20174 Light Kit Fit on the etrailer e98991 Cargo Carrier with BK70BB Bracket
  • You can use the Light Kit for Draw-Tite, Tow Ready, and Rola Railed Cargo Carriers # 20174, which comes with grommets included, on the 60x22 etrailer Cargo Carrier # e98991. To install these lights you'll want to use the # BK70BB you were looking at and you won't need an additional grommet, since those are included with the # 20174 light kit.
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  • Parts Needed To Install A Redarc Brake Controller On A 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
  • Since you're wanting to use the Redarc Tow-Pro Elite Trailer Brake Controller # RED44FR with your 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, you're also going to need a 7-way if one is not present. To easily do this, I recommend taking a look at the Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller # ETBC7. This wiring harness will utilize the existing 4-pole trailer wiring at the rear of your truck, and allow you to easily add the needed 7-way connector. From here, you will just need to splice...
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  • Parts Needed to Add 4-Way and 7-Way to 2017 Chevy Silverado 1500
  • Your 2017 Silverado 1500 should have a factory wiring harness to allow you to install a 4-way and 7-way. Right now there should be a knockout/cover where the connector would be. Check behind the knockout and you should find the wiring harness attached. This will allow you to install the 7- and 4-Pole Trailer Connector Socket w/ Mounting Bracket # HM40975 which will fit where the knockout was. In this case the connector is the OEM part. I have attached an installation video below for your...
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  • What Hardware Do I Need to Connect the Rhino-Rack Platform to Crossbars?
  • I confirmed with my contact at Rhino-Rack that if you have the Rhino-Rack Vortex Crossbar System for Retrax XR Series Tonneau Covers # RRVA180B-RRRLT600 to go over your Retrax XR on your 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, you will not need any extra hardware to attach the Rhino-Rack Universal Pioneer Platform Rack # RR42115BF to the vortex crossbars.
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  • Roof Rack For 2020 Chevy Silverado 1500 Crew Cab
  • I have a solution for you, but the Yakima Q Clips are for the older Yakima roof racks and they are no longer available. You will want to go with a new roof rack system. For your 2020 Silverado 1500 crew cab with naked roof, I highly recommend going with the Rhino-Rack ROC25 Roof Rack for Naked Roofs - Vortex Aero Crossbars - Aluminum - Black # RR26SJ. This is a very high quality and aerodynamic roof rack that fits snuggly on the roof, without overhanging. It also comes at a very affordable...
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  • Replacement Mounting Hardware for the Westin PRO TRAXX Nerf Bars On a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
  • The Replacement Mounting Hardware for Westin Pro Traxx 4" Oval Step Bars # 21-2355PK you mentioned is actually not going to fit on your 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, unfortunately. Instead, for your Westin PRO TRAXX Oval Nerf Bars # 21-23715 you'll want the Replacement Hardware Kit for Westin PRO TRAXX Oval Nerf Bars # 21-2371PK.
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  • Brake Controller Plug In Wiring Adapter For 2014 Chevy Silverado 1500
  • The Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers # 3016 is a confirmed fit for your 2014 Chevy Silverado 1500 as well as a Tekonsha or Draw-Tite brake controllers. This will allow you to simply plug one end into your dash and the other into your brake controller for proper function. The vehicle junction box you will plug this adapter into is located under the dash to the left of the steering column, just above the carpeting. If you don't have a brake controller, I recommend...
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  • Solution for a Roadmaster BrakeMaster That Applies Brakes Too Hard On a 2023 Chevrolet Silverado
  • I spoke with Roadmaster about your issue, and they confirmed that you are going to need the Roadmaster Brake Pressure Reducer for BrakeMaster Supplemental Braking System # RM-900002 for your Roadmaster BrakeMaster System w BrakeAway for RVs w Air or Air Over Hydraulic Brakes # RM-9160. When you adjust the pressure, there is not a set guide you'll just need to try it and lower it or increase it as needed.
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  • SumoSpring Helper Spring Recommendation for Lifted 2020 Chevy Silverado 1500
  • Is this a body lift or a suspension lift? If it's a body lift which increases the distance between the frame and the body mounts, the lift won't affect which SumoSpring product you need. If that's what you have, I'd recommend the SumoSprings # SS65FR. If you have a suspension lift, I'll need to know the vertical distance between the frame member and the top of the axle beam when the camper is hitched, and when it is not hitched. I can get that information to SuperSprings, and see what...
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  • What Air Bag System Will Work With My 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 With Adaptive Cruise Control
  • When it comes to installing air bags on your 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 with adaptive cruise control The Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs - Double Convoluted - Rear Axle # F2609 will work. The air bags have a 5,000 pound capacity, and it will maximize your safe load-carrying capacity, increase the stability, and improve the ride quality. The Ride-Rite springs will not increase your vehicle's weight capacity. I also recommend The Air Command Compressor System w/ Light Duty Compressor...
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  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2014 Chevy Silverado 1500
  • A complete flat towing setup consists of base plates, a compatible tow bar, safety cables, tow bar wiring, supplemental braking and, when needed, a high/low adapter. You'll also want to consult the vehicle's owners' manual for any specific instructions to follow to get your vehicle prepared for flat towing. For base plates I recommend using the Demco Classic Base Plate Kit - Fixed Arms # DM9518200, which will give you a durable base plate with a heavy duty powder coating at a nice price...
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  • Rear Axle Suspension Enhancement For A 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
  • When adding a rear axle suspension Enhancement on your 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 The RoadActive Suspension Custom Leaf Spring Enhancement Kit - Heavy Duty # RAS54FR will work with your vehicle. This system has a 3,000 pound capacity, which actively strengthens your leaf springs for improved right quality with or without a load. Using this system will not increase your vehicles weight-carrying capacity. This all-in-one suspension system helps improve stability, handling, and control....
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