Will The Draw-Tite Max-Frame Hitch # 75122 Fit 2000 GMC Safari w/ OEM Spare Tire

Question:

I have a 2000 GMC Safari standard length not extended with a spare tire. It looks from the video like this hitch will fit fine without having to take out the spare, but so many other models do not accommodate the spare tire, so I wanted to check. Am I correct that the spare tire can stay put with this hitch installed?

asked by: Chris M

Expert Reply:

From the information I found, the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Hitch # 75122 will fit the 2000 GMC Safari standard chassis w/ the OEM spare tire size mounted underneath the van. I also contacted our representative at Draw-Tite Hitch and he confirmed that the # 75122 hitch will fit your 2000 Safari, as long as the tire size is the OEM size.

Only on older vans from 1985 to 1994 was there an issue where the spare tire would not fit in the factory location with the hitch installed.

You will be able to keep the spare tire mounted to your van with the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Hitch # 75122 installed.

To complete your towing setup, you may be interested in the following items:
etrailer Ball Mount Kit # 989900
Wiring # 18252

I have linked instructions and a video installation for the Draw-Tite Hitch # 75122. Also linked is an FAQ on trailer hitch installation tips.