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chevelle · 07-04-2012, 03:16 PM

I've been looking for a trailer hitch for my 67 and was noticing that there are alot on craigslist for practically free but I don't know which one would fit the best with the least amount of modification. Has anyone tried to put a hitch on one of our trucks that was for something else? Or should I just shell out the $$$$ for a new one?
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10754u · 07-04-2012, 06:21 PM

Good question. I just recently purchased my truck and last weekend I removed the bed and today the rearend and rear suspension parts. I have not removed the trailer hitch yet, using it to support the frame at this time. Three bolts on each side through the frame. First time truck owner, I have a lot to learn but it appears as if the rear bumper is 6 inches further back and above the bumper brackets is a piece of metal about 10 inches long and 6 wide. They are bolted to the bumper. Not exactly sure when I'll be taking it off but it won't be going back on, maybe I'll find a name or date of manufacture when I get to that point. Sorry I didn't answer your question, I'm trying to learn as much as I can about 67 - 72 c10's.

oldblue1968chevy · 07-04-2012, 07:28 PM

I have a vintage one that bolts onto the frame and the sport bumper, not strong but i got it cheap its kinda cool/different just for a small trailer

The hitchs on craigslist measure by width measure your frame rails and then see what fits

check the last few pages of my build for pic

PAWS 72 · 07-05-2012, 12:15 AM

I bought one at 1 time for a 78 C-10 and when I sold the truck I took it off and stuck it back. Several years later I thought and tried it and it fit.

So,if I'm not mistaken, up to an 86 will fit.Make sure its a chevy truck.

I HAVE A 72 C-10 SWB

**70cst** · 07-05-2012, 01:48 AM

TTT
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bruin_d · 07-05-2012, 02:33 AM

I would make one.

my67c20 · 07-05-2012, 11:20 AM

I bough one from Reese-hitches.com. Easy to install. Came with all the bolts. All i needed to do was drill a few holes. Took about 2 hours to install. However i ditched the factory beast-o-bumper and replaced it with a step. However this part is designed for a stock configuration so it should still work.

Class IV, 2 inch Receiver Hitch Part No: 41001

chevelle · 07-05-2012, 05:36 PM

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Originally Posted by bruin_d

I would make one.

I was thinking the same thing but I figured if I could find one that fit or was close to fitting I could "adjust" it
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chevelle · 07-05-2012, 05:37 PM

Oh and good info PAWS 72, thanks
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Mike C · 07-05-2012, 06:54 PM

JC Whitney on sale with free shipping is what I put on my '69 short stop. Cleared the original bumper just fine. Early Classic Enterprises has hidden hitches that fit behind license plate if that's your thing. They also have Blazer hitches which are hard to find. I had one custom made for my Jimmy 20 years ago.

PAWS 72 · 07-05-2012, 11:58 PM

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Originally Posted by chevelle

Oh and good info PAWS 72, thanks
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Thanks.just my.02.I knew it worked on mine.

justagoodolboy · 07-07-2012, 10:52 AM

I recently bought mine from hitch depot usa. At the time it was about the cheapest I could find.

07-04-2012, 03:16 PM	#1
chevelle instagram "footbraker67" Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Mustang,Oklahoma Posts: 204	Trailer hitch question? I've been looking for a trailer hitch for my 67 and was noticing that there are alot on craigslist for practically free but I don't know which one would fit the best with the least amount of modification. Has anyone tried to put a hitch on one of our trucks that was for something else? Or should I just shell out the $$$$ for a new one? Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1967 lwb, bigwindow, factory air (converted to Vintage Air), custom option,4.5- 6 drop, TBI injected 355, 700r4, 5 lug, daily driver. 1967 Chevelle Malibu Drag car, 355, brodix heads and intake, powerglide, 10.82 @ 123 mph 1966 chevelle malibu, Street/strip, 355, spare parts from my other chevelle, 12.82 @104 mph 1968 lwb parts truck

07-04-2012, 06:21 PM	#2
10754u Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: londonderry nh Posts: 21	Re: Trailer hitch question? Good question. I just recently purchased my truck and last weekend I removed the bed and today the rearend and rear suspension parts. I have not removed the trailer hitch yet, using it to support the frame at this time. Three bolts on each side through the frame. First time truck owner, I have a lot to learn but it appears as if the rear bumper is 6 inches further back and above the bumper brackets is a piece of metal about 10 inches long and 6 wide. They are bolted to the bumper. Not exactly sure when I'll be taking it off but it won't be going back on, maybe I'll find a name or date of manufacture when I get to that point. Sorry I didn't answer your question, I'm trying to learn as much as I can about 67 - 72 c10's.

07-04-2012, 07:28 PM	#3
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: Trailer hitch question? I have a vintage one that bolts onto the frame and the sport bumper, not strong but i got it cheap its kinda cool/different just for a small trailer The hitchs on craigslist measure by width measure your frame rails and then see what fits check the last few pages of my build for pic __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

07-05-2012, 12:15 AM	#4
PAWS 72 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Sheffield, ALA Posts: 2,471	Re: Trailer hitch question? I bought one at 1 time for a 78 C-10 and when I sold the truck I took it off and stuck it back. Several years later I thought and tried it and it fit. So,if I'm not mistaken, up to an 86 will fit.Make sure its a chevy truck. I HAVE A 72 C-10 SWB

07-05-2012, 01:48 AM	#5
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,375	Re: Trailer hitch question? TTT Posted via Mobile Device __________________ A husband can be right...or...A husband can be happy. 67-72 Chevy and GMC Trucks...The Classic Truck for the Classic Folk. 1970 CST Two tone green, 402BB, 400 Automatic, Tach, Buckets, AC, AM-FM, Tilt, GM CB, GM 8 Tract, LWB, etc JOHN 17:3...The better side of "LIFE" Remember: Everyday is a good day...Some are just gooder!

07-05-2012, 02:33 AM	#6
bruin_d Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Chesapeake, VA Posts: 578	Re: Trailer hitch question? I would make one. __________________ My 72 Suburban Build - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=454019 79 Volvo Turbo LS Build - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=594252 Buggy Bed for son - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=657350

07-05-2012, 11:20 AM	#7
my67c20 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Tucson AZ by way of WI & CA Posts: 509	Re: Trailer hitch question? I bough one from Reese-hitches.com. Easy to install. Came with all the bolts. All i needed to do was drill a few holes. Took about 2 hours to install. However i ditched the factory beast-o-bumper and replaced it with a step. However this part is designed for a stock configuration so it should still work. Class IV, 2 inch Receiver Hitch Part No: 41001

07-05-2012, 05:37 PM	#9
chevelle instagram "footbraker67" Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Mustang,Oklahoma Posts: 204	Re: Trailer hitch question? Oh and good info PAWS 72, thanks Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1967 lwb, bigwindow, factory air (converted to Vintage Air), custom option,4.5- 6 drop, TBI injected 355, 700r4, 5 lug, daily driver. 1967 Chevelle Malibu Drag car, 355, brodix heads and intake, powerglide, 10.82 @ 123 mph 1966 chevelle malibu, Street/strip, 355, spare parts from my other chevelle, 12.82 @104 mph 1968 lwb parts truck

07-05-2012, 06:54 PM	#10
Mike C Registered User Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Austin, TX, USA Posts: 7,724	Re: Trailer hitch question? JC Whitney on sale with free shipping is what I put on my '69 short stop. Cleared the original bumper just fine. Early Classic Enterprises has hidden hitches that fit behind license plate if that's your thing. They also have Blazer hitches which are hard to find. I had one custom made for my Jimmy 20 years ago. __________________ 44 Willys MB 52 M38A1 64 Corvette Coupe 68 Camaro 'vert LT1 & TH700 69 Z/28 355 12.6's @110 69 Chevy Short Step 4 1/2"/7" drop 72 Jimmy 4WD 4spd 4" & 35's 02 GMC 2500HD 4x4 Duramax

07-07-2012, 10:52 AM	#12
justagoodolboy Under Construction Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Summersville MO Posts: 176	Re: Trailer hitch question? I recently bought mine from hitch depot usa. At the time it was about the cheapest I could find. __________________ 72 chevy 4x4-my project 67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=368210 94 Nissan 4x4-Daily Driver and off road beater 03 Saab 9-3 -tripper 90 Polaris Trail Boss- 2 Stroker



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