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Location: Nashville, TN
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Is this a safe hitch setup?
This came on my truck when I bought it, looks like they used good hardware and washers so bolts won't pull through frame but wanted to see if this is a common way to install hitch to make sure it's safe. I know all about towing safety,etc more concerned with opinions on the attachment of my particular setup. Thanks! Sorry about upside down pic, can't get it right side up! Ugh
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Re: Is this a safe hitch setup?
Fixed it for you. Looks like a normal installation to me.
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Re: Is this a safe hitch setup?
Right side up. I'm not sure if its safe, maybe someone more knowledgeable can answer.
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Location: Marianna Arkansas
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Re: Is this a safe hitch setup?
The only difference from a factory type application there is no bolts at the center under the bumper. But as far as a aftermarket ap goes, yes it all looks good to go. Jim
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Location: Austin, TX, USA
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Re: Is this a safe hitch setup?
GM pretty much the only one that uses the center bolt to the bumper to reinforce the hitch. I replaced my OEM hitch on my Duramax with a much stronger B&W receiver that eliminates that setup.
This hitch looks like a standard class III hitch which should be good for 500# on the tongue and 5000# tow weight.
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Re: Is this a safe hitch setup?
I see no issue for a lighter tongue & tow weight like Mike C stated. If you want to "FEEL" safer, put a "U" shaped bracket between the tongue area of the cross tube and attach it to the frame. A lot of hitches come with the "U" shaped bracket but it might depend on the "CLASS" of the hitch.
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