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Chipr777

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I have a 2004 Silverado ext cab, 4.8. I do NOT have a tow package. I need to haul a small trailor. The most I would ever have in it would be a yard of mulch or something like that. Do I need a extensive hitch or can I jut add a ball to the bumper? I see 3 sepperate places on the bumper for a ball. Will these circles just pop out for the ball or is it more complicated than that. Thanks from a begginer.

Shaners Senior Enthusiast

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If you need to pull something just occaisionally then put a ball on the bumper...

 

If you think you are going to tow more than once a year and don't want that ugly, greasy ball on you bumper, then go to Walmart or any autoparts store and by a decent class III hitch and bolt it under your truck!!!

 

For what you are towing, you don't need the tranny cooler, but the class III hitch would be nice.

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Chipr777

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There is a circle that looks like it just pops out for a ball, but when I tried to pop it out it didnt budge. I dont want to hurt anything :-) Does it pop out or do I need to cut it out?

az'03Silverado Senior Enthusiast

az'03Silverado

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The whole step pad pulls off. It's only held on with clips that go into the bumper. Be gentle though because the clips break easily. Then just cut along the circle with a utility knife or something really sharp. Then, pop the step pad back on to the bumper and install the hitch ball. By the way, the wire harness for the lights is clipped to the frame above the spare tire. You'll have to purchase an adapter from an auto parts store to match your setup. I got one from Checker Auto made by Reese. Works fine. Good luck.

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:cheers: No, no, no.. Jeez you guys. :lol:

 

Mine and every other one I have seen:

 

The little black plastic circle(s) covering the holes in the step bumper just pop right out. DO NOT cut. The step part has a little groove in it and the circles have a tongue molded on so it stays in there. just stick a screwdriver or a pen or your finger or something up from underneath and pop them out.

 

Note that you will need a ball with a very long and wide shank...

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