Custom Hidden Trailer Hitch Options and Parts that May be Needed for a 1985 Chevy Stepside Pickup

Question:

I want to hide the hitch behind the licence plate mount. what hitch do I need to purchase? I am prepared to relocate or loose the spare tire.

asked by: Richard

Expert Reply:

There is no custom fit trailer hitch available at this time that will install on the 1985 Chevy Stepside pickup and be hidden behind the License plate.

I have seen this done in the past but it is a custom fabrication project that requires using a qualified weldor to fabricate a hitch with the proper capacity, and fit for your particular situation. You will also need to come up with a license plate bracket that will allow you to install the ball mount and hook up safety chains to safety chain loops that will need to be integrated into the custom hitch.

The Class IV Weld-On Ultra Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver, item # 41990 would be a good starting point for a custom built hitch and you could measure to see if the frame brackets, item # 4907, or 4916, will work for you.

You could also take some measurements to see if something like the Class V Universal Weld-on Receiver Hitch and Brackets with 5 inch Drop, item # 15901, would work for your application.

I have posted links to the hitch fabrication parts that we carry for you to check out and see if they may work for your application.