Hitch related question. (swb vs. lwb frame) - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**68 Stepside** · 07-30-2007, 08:10 PM

Hey all,

I need a Receiver hitch for the 68 ASAP, and was looking at a hidden hitch from JC Whitney. The only issue is that it says it fits an 8' bed truck. I was under the impression that the rear of the frames was the same.

Can anyone enlighten me before I make a $130.00 mistake?

Thanks for any info.

71swb4x4 · 07-30-2007, 09:33 PM

Call ECE and order one of their hidden hitches. They are truck guys, and they will be able to tell you about any problems you may run into.

It looks like ECE's hitches are $209. They are powder coated, and come with the fold down license plate frame, wiring, and ball mount.

Longhorn Man · 07-30-2007, 10:31 PM

the frame behinde the rear axle is longer on a LWB... but I can't see it mattering... I took the class 4 hitch off my first longhorn, put it on my ols SWB, and now, back under a longhorn

**68 Stepside** · 07-31-2007, 06:55 PM

Thanks for the replies guys. The only reason I'm going with JC Whitney is price. Well, that and I can go up there to pick it up, saving a bunch on shipping. I would tend to want to lean in your direction Andy, other than the frame being longer, I can't see where they'd be that much different.

Any other input on this??

Thanks a bunch.

Longhorn Man · 07-31-2007, 08:10 PM

unless they claim no holes needing drilled, I can't see any reason.
What's there return policy?

cameeks · 08-01-2007, 02:26 AM

Does anyone have one of the hidden hitches installed with a blazer tank. Wondering if there is any clearance problems with the filler line going to the side.

Metmanice · 08-01-2007, 11:15 AM

I agree with 71swb4x4.....

Call ECE and they will hook you up right.

I have there hitch kit and it is definitely a quality pieces. Powder coated and all the hardware you need in one kit.

07-30-2007, 08:10 PM	#1
68 Stepside huh? Join Date: May 2000 Location: Washington, Illinois Posts: 5,690	Hitch related question. (swb vs. lwb frame) Hey all, I need a Receiver hitch for the 68 ASAP, and was looking at a hidden hitch from JC Whitney. The only issue is that it says it fits an 8' bed truck. I was under the impression that the rear of the frames was the same. Can anyone enlighten me before I make a $130.00 mistake? Thanks for any info. __________________ Someday when I'm lonely, Wishing you weren't so far away, Then I will remember Things we said today. RIP El Jay Last edited by 68 Stepside; 07-30-2007 at 08:10 PM.

07-30-2007, 09:33 PM	#2
71swb4x4 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Brookings, SD Posts: 10,497	Re: Hitch related question. (swb vs. lwb frame) Call ECE and order one of their hidden hitches. They are truck guys, and they will be able to tell you about any problems you may run into. It looks like ECE's hitches are $209. They are powder coated, and come with the fold down license plate frame, wiring, and ball mount. __________________ Some people are like slinkies, they aren't good for anything, but you can't help but smile when you see one tumble down the stairs. Last edited by 71swb4x4; 07-30-2007 at 09:35 PM.

07-30-2007, 10:31 PM	#3
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	Re: Hitch related question. (swb vs. lwb frame) the frame behinde the rear axle is longer on a LWB... but I can't see it mattering... I took the class 4 hitch off my first longhorn, put it on my ols SWB, and now, back under a longhorn

07-31-2007, 06:55 PM	#4
68 Stepside huh? Join Date: May 2000 Location: Washington, Illinois Posts: 5,690	Re: Hitch related question. (swb vs. lwb frame) Thanks for the replies guys. The only reason I'm going with JC Whitney is price. Well, that and I can go up there to pick it up, saving a bunch on shipping. I would tend to want to lean in your direction Andy, other than the frame being longer, I can't see where they'd be that much different. Any other input on this?? Thanks a bunch. __________________ Someday when I'm lonely, Wishing you weren't so far away, Then I will remember Things we said today. RIP El Jay

07-31-2007, 08:10 PM	#5
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	Re: Hitch related question. (swb vs. lwb frame) unless they claim no holes needing drilled, I can't see any reason. What's there return policy?

08-01-2007, 02:26 AM	#6
cameeks Long Fleet Club Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Deer Park, TX Posts: 5,666	Re: Hitch related question. (swb vs. lwb frame) Does anyone have one of the hidden hitches installed with a blazer tank. Wondering if there is any clearance problems with the filler line going to the side. __________________ Chris Meeks '69 Chevy Custom/10 Long Bed <-- Thread of the work I did before selling. Truck is now finished to the new owners design and running around. I was shown some pictures of the finished product. At least it survived the junk yard. FAQ Index by Krue Site Vendors Subscribe Here Forum Rules

08-01-2007, 11:15 AM	#7
Metmanice Registered User Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: USA Posts: 39	Re: Hitch related question. (swb vs. lwb frame) I agree with 71swb4x4..... Call ECE and they will hook you up right. I have there hitch kit and it is definitely a quality pieces. Powder coated and all the hardware you need in one kit. __________________ '67 C10 SWB Frame off (and smiling)



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