Determining The Correct Adjustable-Fit Trailer Hitch For A 1996 Chevy G-30 RV
Question:
Hello. I have a 1996 Chevrolet G-30 RV. I’m looking to upgrade the trailer hitch to one that’s rated for at least 7500 lbs. Currently it has a Reese 36041 which is only rated for 3500lbs. Thank you.
asked by: Benjamin L
Expert Reply:
There are weld-on adjustable-fit options available like the Draw-Tite Ultra Frame Service Body Trailer Hitch Receiver # 41990-07 which come with a much higher GTW capacity like you're wanting, but we'll first need to know the frame width. The frame width is distance from the inside edge of one frame beam to the other. With the 36041 being an adjustable-fit as well I can't say for certain what your actual width is like I could if you had a custom fit trailer hitch receiver.
These adjustable-fit options can also come with different length drops so you'll also want to measure to ensure that the receiver tube will clear the body of your RV. Once you have these measurements I'd be happy to look through possible options.
Products Referenced in This Question
Draw-Tite Ultra Frame Service Body Trailer Hitch Receiver - Weld On - Class V - 2"
- Heavy Duty Receiver Hitch
- Weld-On
- 44 Inch Wide
- 1600 lbs TW
- 16000 lbs GTW
- Class V
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 7 Inch Drop
- Draw-Tite
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Multi-Fit Motor Home Trailer Hitch, 47" - 71" wide
- RV and Camper Hitch
- Frame Mount Hitch
- 47 - 71 Inch Wide Frame
- 300 lbs TW
- 3500 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- Bolt-On
- Draw-Tite
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