Front Mounted Receiver Hitch for 2007 Sierra Classic

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I have a 2007 GMC Sierra 2500 HD classic body style, it appears that width between the frame rails between my model and the 2007 new body style are identical. Will the draw tite 65050 front mounted hitch work on my vehicle? if not can you tell me why not? I really dont want the hitch receiver below or near the bottom of my front air dam, If the 65050 cannot be modified to fit are there other options?

asked by: Mark S

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Expert Reply:

Unfortunately, the frame with isn't the only consideration. According to Draw-Tite, the differences in the way the front bumper, fascia and grill are situated in regard to the front of the frame members on a 2007 Classic versus a 2007 New Body will prevent the # 65050 from being installed on a 2007 GMC Sierra Classic without extensive modification to the vehicle. I've provided a photo showing how the front clips are different on the 2 vehicles.

For your 2007 Sierra Classic, I'd recommend going with the US made Curt # 31108 as it and the Draw-Tite # 65028 are the only front mount hitch options we offer for a 2007 GMC Sierra Classic. I've linked you to installation instructions and an install video for the Curt # 31108.

expert reply by: Mike L

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Answer 1

The 2007 Chevy Silverado Classic 2500 requires a different front mount trailer hitch. From Curt, you can use #31108. I spoke with my contact at Curt and from the bottom of the frame rail to the bottom of the receiver on the hitch once installed is 5…

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Answer 2

We offer two front-mount hitches for your 2002 Chevy Silverado 2500HD and both can be seen on the link at right. The installation instructions for both, which are also linked, indicate that in the case of both the Curt hitch #31108 and the Draw-Tite…

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Answer 3

Due to the design of the front of your 2005 Chevy Silverado 3500 the only place you'll be able to have a front hitch opening is below the front fascia like where the Curt #31108 installs. This would be best option we have, but if you really…

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Answer 4

We have not yet had the opportunity to install the Draw-Tite front mount hitch, #65028, on a vehicle so I do not have pictures I can show you. We do have the instructions and I have included a link to them for you to view. The top of the receiver…

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Answer 5

All of the front mount hitches for the 2003 Chevrolet Silverado may require trimming of the black plastic fascia, that is mounted under the front bumper of your truck, depending on how the front bumper is mounted to the frame on each individual…

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Answer 6

For a front hitch for your 2005 GMC Sierra we have the Draw Tite hitch part #65028 which has a 500 lb vertical line pull rating. I can't recommend you exceed this figure with the weight of your trailer loaded though. Even for a short period of…

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Answer 7

The tow hooks can stay. The hardware that is used to hold the tow hooks in place will be replaced by the hardware that comes with the front mount hitch. I have included a link to the instructions for you to reference.

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Answer 8

Look at the door of your truck. Does it say 1500HD? If so you have an HD version of the 1500 Silverado and the correct front hitch you need is #65028. If you don't see the HD at the end of the 1500 you have the LD and the correct hitch is…

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Answer 9

The Curt front mount trailer hitch #31302 has 4 mounting locations. The 2 forward most mounting locations will use the tow hook mounting location (on vehicles equipped with tow hooks). I have included a link to the installation instructions for you…

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Answer 10

I spoke with my contacts at Curt and Draw-Tite regarding the front mounted trailer hitches you referenced, Curt #31108 and Draw Tite #65028 which are confirmed fits for your 2005 Chevy 2500HD. They both said that you will be able to retain the tow…

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Answer 11

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 12

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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