Gooseneck Hitch Recommendation for a 2006 Chevy Silverado 1500 with 5-1/2 ft Bed

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I have a 06 Chevy 1500 crewcab with the 5.5 short bed. What hitch options do I have in gooseneck hitches.

asked by: Randy

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I did some checking and the only confirmed fit I could find for a gooseneck hitch for your 2006 Chevy Silverado with a 5-1/2 foot bed is the Curt Hitch part # C60712.

For additional clearance you will most likely need the part # C602.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

Yes, according to Curt, the Curt Class V Trailer Hitch, #C15323, will fit your 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab short bed. This hitch will not use the same bumper attachment as the factory hitch, so you will not need to worry about the height…

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Answer 2

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 3

You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two…

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Answer 4

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion…

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Answer 5

Lance does have a proprietary plug, but many customers see a standard 6-way or 7-way round and notice it doesn't fit their factory 7-way as well. I've attached an article to help if you have one of the 7-way or 6-way round connectors…

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Answer 6

According to my research, AL-KO 8490 references an AL-KO hub for 3,500 lb axles with a 10 x 2-1/4" drum and a 5 on 4-1/2" bolt pattern. For a drum assembly that will work with these hubs I recommend taking a look at the Electric…

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Answer 7

The Dexter brake assembly 023-217-00 is a 10 by 2-1/4 brake for 3,500 pound axles that fits a 4-bolt brake mounting flange. For replacements I recommend part #AKEBRK-35-SA that includes both sides. They're labeld to make the install easier…

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Answer 8

Dexter part 10-41 is a grease seal for a mobile home utility hub. It has a specified inside diameter of 1.938-inches and an outside diameter of 2.523-inches. The nearest match we offer is the Redline part #10-40 which is a single-lip seal that has…

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Answer 9

The grease cap part number that you referenced cross references to a drive in cap with a 2.44 inch outside diameter. If you have a standard cap then the Grease Cap, 2.44 inch OD Drive In, item #RG04-060, is the correct part. If you have a grease…

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Answer 10

There are 4 wires coming out of the back of the Draw-Tite Activator IV Brake Controller part 5504. You are correct in that the black wire runs to the positive side of the vehicle battery through a circuit breaker. The white wire runs to the…

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Answer 11

Not confusing at all. I took a look online and the 2001 Silverado 2500HD has a 12,000 lbs bumper pull towing capacity and a 15,200 lbs 5th wheel towing capacity. It's just two different capabilities of the truck. The extra weight of a 5th…

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Answer 12

The dimensions you have are nearly identical to the CE Smith #CE19504-2 you looked at. However, these are designed for 14" wheels. For 15" wheels you would need the Fulton #F008585-2. These are slightly longer and taller at…

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