Compatibility Of Towing Components For 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe

Question:

Hi. Will these parts fit each other? C45342 Curt Heavy Duty Forged Ball Mount for 2inch Hitches - 5inch Rise - 6inch Drop - 17,000 lbs C15324 Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class V XD - 2 A-90 Hitch Ball with 2inch Diameter and Medium Shank, 10,000 lbs GTW - Chrome CR-132 Chevrolet - Chrome and Gold Trailer Hitch Receiver Cover C21504 Curt Pin and Clip for 2inch Trailer Hitch Receivers - Class III, IV, and V - Zinc

asked by: Bjorn B

Expert Reply:

The Curt Heavy Duty Forged Ball Mount, part # C45342 will work well with the Curt Trailer Hitch, part # C15324 on your 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. This is a Class V hitch and it has a 2 inch receiver opening. The # C15324 is designed to fit 2 inch receiver openings and features a 5 inch rise or 6 inch drop. The ball mount uses a hitch ball with a shank that measures 1-1/4 inches like part # A-90 you mentioned. The # A-90 is a 2 inch hitch ball and has a 2-5/8 inch long shank.

The Curt Pin And Clip, part # C21504 you mentioned will also work with these other items.

The Chevrolet Chrome and Gold Trailer Hitch Receiver Cover, part # CR-132 is designed to fit 2 inch trailer hitch receivers so it will work with the hitch you asked about.

You will need to make sure you do not exceed the towing capacity of your vehicle. Also, when towing you do not want to exceed the towing weight capacity of the lowest rated component, whether it is the vehicle, hitch, ball mount, or hitch ball.