The trailer hitch option we have that I recommend for a 1979 Chevrolet K2500 is the B&W Heavy-Duty Trailer Hitch Receiver part # BWHDRH25198. The B&W hitch is top of the line and has the highest towing capacity we offer at 16,000 lbs gross trailer weight and 1,600 lbs tongue weight. The best part of all is that it features a no drill installation. This trailer hitch will do an excellent job of helping you safely and securely tow your toy hauler.
In regards to towing with the rear bumper,... view full answer...
The green light on the display of the Tekonsha Voyager part # 39510 indicates that a trailer is connected. If you are seeing this all the time on the controller that would indicate that you most likely have some corrosion on the pins of your trailer wiring connector which is tricking the controller into thinking a trailer is connected. This is a very common issue so I'd almost guarantee it's the issue.
I attached a help article on brake controller troubleshooting for you to check out as well. view full answer...
Sounds like the trailer wiring has some issues. Most likely a short or grounding problems. I know that's not very specific but your best option is to start at the trailer connectors and make sure they are clean and free of corrosion and then work your way back on the wiring of the trailer fixing any exposed wire as needed. Also make sure the grounds of the lights are solid as well.
I attached a help article on trailer wiring troubleshooting as well. view full answer...
The tires you have on your trailer now have a radial ply construction which is great for long highway hauls but if you plan to go off-roading then you are going to want to switch to a bias ply construction which will still wok just fine on the highway but it has a stiffer sidewall that will be needed for going over bumps off-road.
I recommend the ST205/75D14 Bias Trailer Tire part # AM1ST86 which is an excellent option that has an aggressive tread pattern for better traction off-road.... view full answer...
Your 1998 GMC does not have brake controller wiring so you would need to basically hardwire in one and since you want to get away from the 6-way the kit you would need is the part # ETBC7 which comes with everything needed to convert to a 7-way and wire in a brake controller like the BRAKE EVN part # TK63VR. view full answer...
We have really great gooseneck options for your 1996 GMC 3500 truck but none from Draw Tite that fit the crew cab model. The best option is the USA-made B and W Turnoverball part # BWGNRK1000. Many refer to the B and W hitches as being the best options around as they are well-made and easy to use compared to other options. view full answer...
We have a similar rear bumper that does fit your 1995 GMC 2500 with the part # 31000 but the # 76001 you referenced does not fit. To see all the options that fit your truck check out the link I attached on this page. view full answer...
We do have what you need to install a fully functional 7-Way connector on your 1995 GMC Sierra, however there is not a plug and play 7-Way option similar to the 4-Way Harness # 118315 available for your truck.
If you do not yet have a connector installed on the Sierra, you will actually want to start with the mentioned Tekonsha T-One Harness # 118315. This will plug into a factory port under the truck on the driver side. Once installed, I recommend using the Universal Wiring Kit # ETBC7... view full answer...
The correct Timbren rear suspension for your 1970 GMC C-10 is Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement System, # TGMRC10A, that you have referenced. I have included a link to the installation details for reference. This kit will help stabilize and level the truck while providing a comfortable ride. They are rated for up to 3,000 pounds. view full answer...
The trailer hitch I recommend for a 1989 GMC K1500 Regular Cab is the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C13042. This trailer hitch has a class III rating and does not require any drilling for installation. It works on both step and fleet side models. view full answer...
We've got you covered. The cab and chassis models did indeed have a 34 inch frame width. I'm not sure what kind of capacity you're needing, but because it's a dump truck on a 1 ton chassis, I'll give you a medium and a heavy duty option.
For a heavy duty option with a 15000 lb towing capacity/1500 lb tongue weight capacity, I'd recommend the Curt Class V hitch, part # C15511. If you don't need quite that much grunt, Curt offers the Class IV # C14082 with a 10K towing/1000 lb
tongue weight... view full answer...
For your 1995 GMC 3500 HD I recommend the Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 # AL88216. These will help keep the truck level and provide additional support while towing or hauling. They also have internal jounce bumpers as a fail-safe if your air springs lose pressure. The air bags have a 5,000 lb load-leveling capacity, a lifetime warranty, and are made in the USA.
I would also recommend adding an air compressor like the Air Lift Load Controller Compressor System # AL25854. This will allow you... view full answer...
I have a few choices in towing mirrors for your 1995 GMC 2500 HD towing a 28 foot Airstream trailer.
The CIPA Custom Towing Mirrors, part # 10201, and part # 10202, would be a good choice. These mirrors will slide over your existing mirrors and install without any tools. They are fully adjustable and do not obstruct your existing mirrors.
The CIPA Deluxe Door Mount Mirror, part # 11650, that you have referenced is also a good choice. It is a universal mount mirror and can mount on either... view full answer...
The Timbren suspension kit part # TGMRCK35 that you referenced fits your 1995 GMC K3500 without drilling so it would be a great solution for you. It also would not interfere with an aftermarket sway bar either so it would work well in that regard too. view full answer...
Now if your trailer does not have brakes all you would need is the part # 37185 as an adapter to convert the 4-way to a 7-way.
If you do have trailer brakes you would need the # ETBC7 instead of the # 37185 and a brake controller. This kit comes with everything needed to wire up the 7-way and install a brake controller.
For a brake controller I would recommend the Prodigy P2 Brake Controller part # 90885. This is our best selling brake controller because of how well it works and how... view full answer...
All you need for the red wire of your brake controller is a circuit that sees voltage only when the brakes are applied. If you wanted to run a wire to the fuse box to find a wire like you said that would work fine. Some people will also use the third brake light circuit as well.
It almost sounds like you are running the blue wire of the controller to the stop light circuit if the brakes lock up when you tap them. Or your brake controller is just set too aggressively.
I attached a help... view full answer...
I went out to the warehouse and pulled a Bulldog trailer coupler, # BD4425000317, to determine what the best lock for it would be. The best option would be a simple latch lock like # 2847DAT. This will prevent the latch from opening. I have included a link to a video review of the lock for you. view full answer...
When installed on an unloaded vehicle (no load in bed) there will be an approximately 1/2 to 1 inch gap between the Timbren Aeon spring and the axle tube. Once the bed is loaded with cargo or a slide-in camper, this gap will be taken up and the spring would be in direct contact with the axle tube.
The Timbren # TUR350 you looked at isn't the correct fit for your 1996 K2500, you'll want to use # TGMRCK25 instead. The springs won't provide any lift, but will definitely provide up to 6000... view full answer...
To install the Redarc Tow Pro Liberty part # RED24FR in your 1998 GMC C2500 all you need is the correct install harness which is the part # 331-TPH-010 and you'd be set. This plugs in to the port under your truck's dash. view full answer...
Sounds like you have an aftermarket subwoofer and possibly an amp installed under the rear seat of your 1998 GMC C1500. If you have an extended cab truck and you remove that speaker setup the # DU10037 will fit and work well. view full answer...
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