Expert Answers about Chevrolet Silverado
- Comparing 215/60-8 Tires to 18.5/8.5-8 Tires for Height and Width
- The 215/60-8 tires like # AM1HP26 should have a diameter of 18.2 inches and a width of 8.5 inches so they should be the same width and yet slightly smaller diameter. If you just go by the definitions these tires should be really similar with the 18.5/8.5-8.
There is some variance in sizes depending on manufacturer as some take more liberties than others for instance the Kenda 215/60-8 Bias Trailer Tire with 8" White Wheel - 5 on 4-1/2 - Load Range D # AM3H323 has an outer diameter of...
view full answer... - Comparing 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Installation Kits for a 2011 Chevy Silverado 2500HD Long Bed
- With the Pro Series 5th wheel hitch, # PS30119, you I recommend the custom installation kit # RP56001-53. The installation is easier than with kit # RP50066-58, though either kit will fit your truck and hitch. Installation is easier because the longer rails allow the below bed brackets to be installed on the outside of the frame rails where they are easier to reach. The rails in kit # RP50066-58 are approximately 44 inches long.
I have included installation instruction links for the longer...
view full answer... - What is Difference Between Brophy Camper Hold-Down Kits # HSBP and # HSSF for 2004 Silverado
- The Brophy Camper Hold-Down Kits # HSSF and # HSBP differ in their finish. The HSBP has a zinc finish while the HSSF has a black powder-coat finish.
Both of these products are intended to fit a broad range of trucks with the exceptions of some double-wall beds, step-side beds, and some dually and import trucks. These fit trucks that have a downward lip on the underside of the bed rail. Bed liners may require trimming in some cases.
Both kits feature easy no-drill 2-bolt installation...
view full answer... - Differences Between the Longview Custom Mirrors # CTM1600 and the CIPA Custom Mirrors # 10901
- The custom towing mirrors available for your 2011 Chevrolet Silverado are the Longview Custom Towing Mirrors-Pair, part # CTM1600 and the CIPA Custom Towing Mirror-Driver Side, part # 10901 and CIPA Custom Towing Mirror-Passenger Side, part # 10902.
Both of these brands are very similar. They will both vibrate a little since they are attached to the factory mirrors but it is not enough to cause any problems or impair the vision in the mirror. We have gotten good reviews on both of these...
view full answer... - Comparing a 5th Airborne with Companion Hitch and a Reese Goose Box Adapter
- First, on the Goose Box, # RP94716-61301, for Lippert 1716 pin boxes it measures 17-3/4 inches from the center of the king pin to the center of the nearest row of bolt holes. And on the 5th Airborne pin box, # 5AB-E510-710, it measure 18-3/4 inches.
The Goose Box is approved for use by Lippert for 5th wheel trailers that have a Lippert frame. It is an excellent option that won't require putting in and taking out a heavy 5th wheel hitch to switch from towing a 5th wheel trailer to a gooseneck...
view full answer... - Comparing the Hopkins Agility and Curt TriFlex Trailer Brake Controllers
- The Hopkins Agility Trailer Brake Controller part 47295 and the Curt TriFlex Trailer Brake Controller part # C24VV are both fine options and very similar in their proportional design. That said, I recommend the Curt TriFlex because it's physically smaller (4" long x 3-1/4" wide x 7/8" tall vs. 5" long x 3" wide x 1-1/4" tall) therefore you won't run as high a chance of hitting your knee on it getting in and out, has a built-in plug so you can remove the controller easily when needed without...
view full answer... - Comparing the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver Part # C15800 and C15400
- The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C15400 and the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C15800 are the exact same trailer hitch save for one has a 2" receiver tube opening and the other a 2-1/2" receiver tube opening. The dimensional drawing that I have attached for you is accurate for both trailer hitch receivers. They will both line up with the frame on a 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD Cab and Chassis but you will need to make sure the receiver tube opening does not interfere with the...
view full answer... - Underbed 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Install Kit for Reese M5 Series Hitches, 2011 Chevy Silverado
- The Ford part that is the equivalent to # RP30868 for the 2011 Chevy and GMC full-size trucks that you have referenced, is actually part # RP30126 (2011 Ford Super Duty). The GM part is rated for 18,000 pounds while the Ford part is rated at 25,000 pounds.
If you wanted the entire package which includes the underbed rails to mount a 5th wheel hitch and a gooseneck hitch, you would need Elite Series Under-Bed Gooseneck Complete Hitch, # RP30158-68 (rated at 25,000 pounds). I have included...
view full answer... - Fluid Capacity of HydraStar and Dexter DX Series Electric Over Hydraulic Brake Actuators
- The HydraStar Electric Over Hydraulic Actuator part # HBA16 has a 12 oz. fluid capacity and the Dexter DX Series Electric Over Hydraulic Brake Actuator part # K71-651 has a 22 oz. fluid capacity. That said, although the extra fluid capacity is nice the HydraStar has a fastest response time and tends to be less error prone so I do recommend the HydraStar Electric Over Hydraulic Actuato though they are both good options.
Please note, not all brake controller are compatible with electric...
view full answer... - Comparing Draw-Tite 41944 and Curt C15321 Trailer Hitches for 2006 Chevy Silverado 2500HD Short Bed
- First, for both Draw-Tite trailer hitch # 41944, and Curt trailer hitch # C15302, the receivers will be located directly beneath the rear bumper. Take a look at the video I have linked showing a typical installation of the Draw-Tite hitch as an example of the location.
Both hitches feature a black powder coat over a base e-coat for corrosion resistance. They are on par with each other in this respect as well.
The main difference between these 2 hitches is the capacities. The Curt hitch...
view full answer... - What are the Differences Between Trunnion and Round Bar Weight Distribution Systems
- Both round and trunnion bar systems are equally as effective, but a round bar system won't have as much ground clearance under it as a trunnion bar system. This is because the bars attach to the weight distribution head from underneath. If your tow vehicle is a full sized pick-up or SUV, a round bar system would work just fine. If you're towing with a small crossover or a minivan (anything with little ground clearance) you'd definitely want to go with a trunnion bar system.
Round bars...
view full answer... - Comparing Tekonsha P2 And Primus Brake Controllers
- The most popular brake controller we offer is the P2, part # 90885. This is our most popular because it is easy to install and operate. It does cost a little more than some of the other brake controllers but the customer reviews and comments are very positive for this controller.
To make this an easy to install item you need part # 3015-P. This adapter plugs into the back of the brake controller and the other end plugs into the junction box beneath your truck dashboard to the left of...
view full answer... - Curt 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch and Custom Brackets for 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD 6.5 ft Bed
- The Curt E16 Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitch, # C16616, that the local store recommended, is a kit that includes the hitch and the universal installation kit.
The Curt E16 Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitch, # 16516, that we recommend, is strictly the hitch by itself. You would then need to add the Custom Install Kit, # C16418-204. This is definitely the way to go if you want to avoid drilling and be able to use the existing holes in your Silverado's frame.
If you need a 7-pole connector for the bed...
view full answer... - Does P3 Brake Controller Come with Wiring Harness to Plug into a 2005 Chevy Silverado
- The brake controller does not come with the vehicle specific wiring harness for your 2005 Chevy Silverado. You will need # 3015-P to plug the P3 # 90195 into the truck. I did check your order and it looks like you have that harness ordered as well so you are good to go! I have linked a video showing an example installation using this wiring harness.
view full answer... - Choosing Between Tekonsha Prodigy P2 and P3 for Farm Trailer with Electric Brakes
- Both the Prodigy P2 and the P3 are compatible with both electric and electric over hydraulic braking systems.
The primary difference between the P2 and the P3 is that the P3 has what I would call a more user-friendly display that will provide diagnostic information about your braking system at a glance. The P2 also provides diagnostic information, but instead of directly spelling out the nature of the problem, the display will provide an error code that you will need to look up in the...
view full answer... - Transmission Cooler Recommendation for 2008 Chevy Silverado with 6.0 Liter Engine
- There are a couple of differences between the 8000 series Derale transmission coolers like # D13504, and the 9000 series like # D13613.
First, the 8000 Series features furnace-brazed aluminum construction, integrated high flow 3/4 inch turbulators for cooling efficiency, and 11/32 inch hose barb inlets.
The 9000 series also features a furnace-brazed aluminum construction, but it has integrated high flow 1-1/4 inch turbulators for even more efficiency. It also uses 1/2 inch NPT female...
view full answer... - Difference Between Curt & etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver For 2010 Chevy Silverado 1500
- Good question, and there is just a single difference between the Curt and etrailer trailer hitches that fit your 2010 Chevy Silverado 1500, which is the finish. The Curt has a glossier finish than the matte black finish of the etrailer hitch, so you can choose which you prefer:
- etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e98849
- Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # 13322
The matte black finish is nice as it hides the inevitable dings, scuffs and scratches better than the glossy finish, so that's the...
view full answer... - What Fifth Wheel And Gooseneck Wiring Harness Is Available To Fit A 2011 Chevy Silverado 3500HD
- I have 5 different fifth wheel and gooseneck wiring harnesses to fit your 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD with the factory tow package.
The most popular is the Draw-Tite 90 Degree Wiring Harness, part # 50-97-410. This has a 90 degree adapter head and 9 feet of wiring harness. The 90 degree head is nice when installing the 7-way to the sidewall of the truck bed. The 9 feet of wiring harness gives enough wiring to allow the connector to be installed most anywhere in the truck bed.
The...
view full answer... - How to Tell Difference Between Curt EZr and Double Lock Gooseneck Hitch
- Easiest way to tell which gooseneck hitch you have is by looking at the safety cable loops. If they are about as wide as the gooseneck ball hole and are centered with the ball hole it's an EZr, if the safety chain loops are a smaller and offset then it's a double lock.
Take a look at the pictures of the EZR part # C611-624 and the # C607-604 and compare your safety chain setup to both of these. Let me know which yours matches and we can go from there.
The part # C16210 is for the Double...
view full answer... - Bias or Radial Tires for 2014 Forest River Flagstaff
- Since radial tires flex more than bias tires, they generally have better ground contact, traction, stability, and tread wear. They also run cooler than bias tires do, especially when under a load, so radials tend to last longer. While bias ply tires can be useful for off-road applications like farm use, radials are generally preferable on the highway and for long trips. If you're going to replace your tires anyway, I do recommend going with radials.
If you'd like to send me your tire...
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