Need a towing receiver for my '69. - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

69TowRig · 08-01-2005, 02:50 PM

Unlike my screenname would suggest, my '69 is not quite ready for the task of towing. It is missing an important part; the receiver.

Who makes one for this thing? Anybody? I need at least a class III, prefer a class IV. Prefer bolt-in (obviously). All I ever see are receivers for the pickups of this era.

Also, as far as towing harnesses go, these things are pre-plugin and I need to do some wiring. Who makes the best universal harness? I do want to set it up for 7-wire to run electric brakes.

Thanks in advance for the help.

bouncytruck · 08-01-2005, 03:06 PM

I have heard of guys going to UHAUL and having a reciever installed. My '72 has a Valley brand hitch on it. You may try doing a search to see if anyone has any left over stock. I have also seen a few guys around here (Seattle area) with front and rear reciever hitches made by TORKLIFT (http://torklift.com/)

LUV2XCLR8 · 08-01-2005, 04:06 PM

http://www.earlyclassic.com/home.aspx

69TowRig · 08-01-2005, 11:22 PM

LUV, that's EXACTLY what I was looking for! Thanks! bouncy, thanks for the suggestions!

71RestoRod · 08-01-2005, 11:28 PM

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Originally Posted by 69TowRig

LUV, that's EXACTLY what I was looking for! Thanks! bouncy, thanks for the suggestions!

If you go that route, be sure to call and ask about what it takes to install on a Blazer. It's not a simple bolt on from what I understand.

69TowRig · 08-01-2005, 11:31 PM

Yeah I saw it said that drilling is required. Not a bad idea to give them a shout first. Thanks!

69TowRig · 08-02-2005, 05:33 PM

I called and ordered it today. Apparently the gusset plates for the rear shackle hangers must be removed to install the hitch receiver, as they interfere. I was told that the receiver mounting plates serve as the gusset after installation. I will take some pictures and post up when I get it.

LUV2XCLR8 · 08-02-2005, 05:40 PM

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Originally Posted by 69TowRig

I will take some pictures and post up when I get it.

Please do, I have been considering this Hitch for "GQ"

71RestoRod · 08-02-2005, 08:56 PM

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Originally Posted by 69TowRig

I called and ordered it today. Apparently the gusset plates for the rear shackle hangers must be removed to install the hitch receiver, as they interfere. I was told that the receiver mounting plates serve as the gusset after installation. I will take some pictures and post up when I get it.

I'll be anxious to see it installed too. The mods don't sound too bad as long as it ends up being as strong or stronger than stock. My guess is it will be stronger with the hitch in place... certainly stronger than a lot of the other options. I balked when I heard about removing the gussets because I had already powdercoated the frame. It it works well for you I'll probably go that route too! Keep us posted!

badpeanut · 08-05-2005, 11:26 AM

Any problems with the factory gas tank skid plate interfering with the hitch?

08-01-2005, 02:50 PM	#1
69TowRig Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 894	Need a towing receiver for my '69. Unlike my screenname would suggest, my '69 is not quite ready for the task of towing. It is missing an important part; the receiver. Who makes one for this thing? Anybody? I need at least a class III, prefer a class IV. Prefer bolt-in (obviously). All I ever see are receivers for the pickups of this era. Also, as far as towing harnesses go, these things are pre-plugin and I need to do some wiring. Who makes the best universal harness? I do want to set it up for 7-wire to run electric brakes. Thanks in advance for the help.

08-01-2005, 03:06 PM	#2
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,038	I have heard of guys going to UHAUL and having a reciever installed. My '72 has a Valley brand hitch on it. You may try doing a search to see if anyone has any left over stock. I have also seen a few guys around here (Seattle area) with front and rear reciever hitches made by TORKLIFT (http://torklift.com/) __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

08-01-2005, 04:06 PM	#3
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,468	http://www.earlyclassic.com/home.aspx __________________ Owner/Op: "TN Classic Transport Carriers" The Toy: "Square Vette" 72 Hybrid Blazer Toy Barn: "LuvShack" 40 x 60 x 20 Shop Tow Piggy:"Maddy" 88 Silverado 3500 Hauler: "Feathers" 14 Aluma 8218T

08-01-2005, 11:22 PM	#4
69TowRig Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 894	LUV, that's EXACTLY what I was looking for! Thanks! bouncy, thanks for the suggestions!

08-01-2005, 11:31 PM	#6
69TowRig Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 894	Yeah I saw it said that drilling is required. Not a bad idea to give them a shout first. Thanks!

08-02-2005, 05:33 PM	#7
69TowRig Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 894	I called and ordered it today. Apparently the gusset plates for the rear shackle hangers must be removed to install the hitch receiver, as they interfere. I was told that the receiver mounting plates serve as the gusset after installation. I will take some pictures and post up when I get it.

08-05-2005, 11:26 AM	#10
badpeanut Not a bad nut after all.. Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: ND Posts: 1,759	Any problems with the factory gas tank skid plate interfering with the hitch?



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