Replacement Hitch Mount Recommendation for Older Snowbear Plow that Fits 2 inch Hitch

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Hi looking for a receiver mount for an older snow bear plow. The mounting pins are 1.5 inches in diameter and 31 inches apart center to center. Would the SB324-138 be the correct mount?

asked by: Eric J

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I spoke with my contact at Snowbear and he told me that the kit you actually want is the part # SB324-120 which is the correct adapter for your older SnowBear plow and will allow it to connect to a 2 inch front hitch. Your dimensions listed match what this is designed to fit as well.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 2

To install the SnowBear WinterWolf part #SB324-167 on your 2000 Chevy Silverado the correct install kit is the part #SB397-007 which is a confirmed fit for both the plow and your truck.

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Answer 3

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The SnowBear Retrofit Kit #SB324-120 that you referenced does indeed have a distance of right at 31 inches from the center of one pin to the center of the other. Based on the spacing of your SnowBear cups this appears to be a perfect match. This will…

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Answer 5

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Answer 6

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Answer 8

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Answer 9

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Answer 10

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Answer 11

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Answer 12

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