Tie-Downs for 2003 Chevy Silverado 2500HD With 6-1/2 Foot Bed, Cab-Length Boards & OEM Hitch

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2003 Chevy Silverado 2500 6.5 bed, Crew Cab 6.0 liter motor cab step. I dont know if it is a factory hitch it looks like it could be I cant not tell. Nothing with GM markings and it is round tube hitch not Square tube. Does this tie Connect into the trailer hitch? So I am confused for the rear and c2205 for the front. I know they made a rear tie for aftermarket hitch but I called up torklift and show them a picture of my hitch and we still cannot figure it out if it is a factory hitch.

asked by: Bob L

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Thanks for the photo it was really helpful and based on that, you do have the OEM hitch for your 2003 Chevy Silverado 2500HD. The hitch is unique in that it has the same open-end on the tubes, the same brackets, and same chain loops, which are all distinct to the factory hitch. So for your '03 Silverado 2500HD with a 6-1/2 foot bed, cab-length boards, and factory hitch the tie-downs you need are the following:

- Front: TorkLift Custom Frame-Mounted Camper Tie-Downs # TLC2205

- Rear: TorkLift Custom Frame-Mounted Camper Tie-Downs # TLC3205

The tie-downs require the use of mounting points that are available with the factory hitch but not aftermarket hitches, which is why the distinction between the two is needed. So along with the tie-downs, you also need turnbuckles. And the correct turnbuckles for these TorkLift frame-mounted tie-downs are the FastGun Turnbuckles, which come in either black or gray:

- TorkLift Locking FastGun Turnbuckles for Frame-Mounted Tie-Downs - Black # TLS9529-2-LK or Gray # TLS9522-2-LK

expert reply by: Kyle S

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Answer 1

The distinction you're referring to is about whether or not your Silverado has running boards or steps that sit under the bed and could block the fitment of a frame mounted camper tie-down. The hitch stipulation is in place because some people…

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I have attached some photos showing what bolts the bottom brackets from the TorkLift Custom Frame-Mounted Camper Tie-Downs #TLC3205 will fit on compared to the photo you sent in. That upper tab with the 2 bolt holes will be on the rear-side of your…

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Answer 3

The TorkLift Talon Custom Frame-Mounted Camper Tie-Downs #TLC3205A is a fit for your 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD and 3500, I've also attached a list of compatible vehicles that #TLC3205A will work on.

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Answer 4

If the tube step on your 2006 Chevy Silverado 2500 short bed is only under the cab of the truck and no part of it is attached beyond the back of the cab then you would look at the tie downs for models without a board or step under the truck bed and…

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Answer 5

The front and rear Torklift tie downs you need for your 2006 Chevy Silverado 2500 short bed without steps and a factory hitch are the part numbers #TLC2205 and #TLC3205.

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Answer 6

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Answer 7

Sounds like you are looking for a setup that will allow you to use a longer hitch extension than the 24 inch bar you are currently using without reducing your towing capacity. If you use the TorkLift SuperTruss Hitch Extension #TLE1536 which is 36…

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Answer 8

We do carry a camper tie-down system that will work for your 2004 Chevrolet Silverado without drilling into the truck frame. I recommend the TorkLift Custom Frame-Mounted Camper Tie-Downs, for your Silverado. This system includes the front and the…

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Answer 9

I was able to find that your 2003 Chevy Silverado with a Duramax diesel engine has a towing capacity of 12,000 lbs.

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Answer 10

There really is no clear cut answer on if the HappiJac Original Turnbuckles for Camper Tie-Downs #LC182898 will work ok with fabricated tie-downs because they would not have been tested together. That being said, as long a your tie-downs fall between…

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Answer 11

The primary advantage of frame-mounted camper tie-downs like the TorkLift #TLF2012A and #TLF3001A, which are designed to fit your Ford F-350 if it has the 6-3/4 foot bed without a step/board underneath and a factory hitch, is the stability they…

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Answer 12

Yes, you are correct. For a 2007 GMC Sierra Classic 2500HD Crew Cab with 6-1/2' bed and Class V Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver, #C15302 installed, the TorkLift Custom Frame-Mounted Camper Rear Tie-Downs, #TLR3500 will fit. For front, use TorkLift…

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