Recommended Trailer Hitch Receiver and Vehicle Trailer Wiring for a 1997 Chevy Express Van
Question:
Looking to purchase a hitch and wires 75189 for my 97 Chevy express 1500 Chevy van
asked by: Tommy W
Expert Reply:
The Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver # 75189 is confirmed to fit your 1997 Chevrolet Express Van.
Since it sounds like you don't have the factory tow package you will want to go with the Curt T-Connector # C55335 for wiring. If your Van happened to have the factory tow package then you will use part # 118240 instead. If you just need the 4-Pole connector then I recommend also installing the Mounting Bracket 4-Pole Flat # 18144 along with the No-Drill Bracket # C57202 for a quick and easy installation onto the hitch receiver.
You will also need a ball mount if you do not already have one. I am attaching some links to a help article on choosing the correct ball mount as well as our selection of ball mounts for you to look through. Using an adjustable ball mount, like part # FA42-00-2600 will make the towing setup easier and can be useful if you plan on alternating towing trailers.
I have attached some videos for you to review as well.
Products Referenced in This Question
Replacement OEM Tow Package Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector - Chevy/GMC Vans
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- No Converter
- Custom Fit
- 4 Flat
- Tekonsha
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Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- Converter
- Custom Fit
- 4 Flat
- CURT
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Curt No-Drill Bracket for 6-Way or 7-Way Round Trailer Connector Mounting Bracket - Long
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Wiring
- Mounting Hardware
- Brackets
- 6 Round
- 7 Round
- CURT
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Flash Simple 2-Ball Mount w Chrome Balls - 2" Hitch - 6" Drop, 7" Rise
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Adjustable Ball Mount
- 2 Inch Ball
- 2-5/16 Inch Ball
- Two Balls
- Steel Ball
- Aluminum Shank - Silver
- Drop - 6 Inch
- Rise - 7 Inch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 10000 lbs GTW
- Class IV
- Fastway
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Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 500 lbs TW
- 5000 lbs GTW
- 7500 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 750 lbs WD TW
- Visible Cross Tube
- Draw-Tite
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