[Lukestruck]

Hi guys, I just traded my 2011 Z71 (140,000) for a new LT 4x4. The only thing not on the truck is a hitch for what I need. I'll be towing a car trailer with a track car from time to time. Hitch recommendations and how can I tell if the wire looms I am seeing are for the trailer hitch? There's a wire loom coiled up by the spare and looks like that could be it.

Thanks!

 

[Lukestruck]

Also should mention that the trans is equipped with tow mode so hoping that a sign of a pre-wired truck...

 

[Enforcer]

The wire stashed up by the spare is the wire for the trailer connector.

 

[GR2017]

Also should mention that the trans is equipped with tow mode so hoping that a sign of a pre-wired truck...

I think all Silverado 1500 have the tow mode. My 2017 WT does.
Buying the truck with the towing package is a good deal; hitch socket, 4 &7 pin plugs and limited slip rear.

 

[Waltheraustin]

Do they do limited slips? Mine came with all tow goodies and a rear locker (G80 RPO code)

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[Z15]

No limited slips in trucks, all are lockers. Limited slip differential are used in performance cars like the Camaro, CTS-V etc.

G80 is free-flow option code for non-standard differential; can mean either a locker or limited slip, depends on the vehicle which type is used.

 

[ferraiolo1]

Check your rpo codes for the proper gear ratio. Considering it didn't come with a hitch it might not have a low enough ratio to pull your car trailer.

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[Lukestruck]

So I found the factory receptacle on line for the towing connection. Does the wiring just plug into that? And any through ya on a powder coated Reese hitch?

 

[wildchevy]

dude you have the answer to the plug install question sitting front of you, lay down under the truck and look, can't say I have seen any pickups with out a hitch on the lot around here.

 

[bootstrap]

After you figure out your hitch dilemma, have an auxiliary transmission cooler installed. Its a must on any truck that tows unless you like to overheat transmissions on nice hot days.