BenK wrote:
Reslly good info.
Thank you much for the info Ben.
So I like that Curt hitch as well. The problem is that is seems to interfere with the added C channel on the Suburban frame. So the channel would need to be relieved. I agree this is suboptimal.
Without access to GMs design, I note that the factory hitch/bumper terminates very early. Meaning it does not reach very far forward on the frame, which as you noted is not desirable. And it seems the C channel under the frame rail is positioned at the terminus of the factory hitch to support it.
My theory is that a longer, real aftermarket hitch wouldn't need these. Who knows?
Anyway, draw.tite makes a hitch that is narrower in the top section that may fit in between the channel and actually reaches further forward than even the Curt unit. But it is only rated to 1200lbs. Even so it is clearly more robust than the stock unit.
Any input greatly appreciated. Aftermarket hitch, reinforce the stock unit.
I would also very much appreciate your best recommendation.
Thanks in advance.
