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Although the same basic frame was used on all Chevy & GMC pickups & SUV’s from 1987-2000, slight frame variations require different brackets to accommodate all of these vehicles. Carefully read the following to determine the correct bracket:

FOR 87-98 CHEVY & GMC TRUCKS & SUV’S: measure the distance from point A (on the bottom of the frame) to point B (on the side of the frame). The hole on the bottom of the frame is slotted & may run from front to back or from side to side. See Chart 1 to determine the correct bracket. (See Image 1, right).

For 99 & NEWER CHEVY & GMC TRUCKS & SUV’S: If the tow hooks are bolted externally to the bottom of the frame, use the instructions above for the 87-98 Chevy & GMC trucks & SUV’s. If the tow hooks are bolted internally in the frame rail, use Chart 2 to determine the correct bracket.

FOR ½ TON 2 WHEEL DRIVE ONLY: Check front suspension for torsion bar or coil spring. If you have torsion bar, use kit 199-1 XL or 199-3 MX. If you have a coil spring, use 199-8 XL (199-9 MX Discontinued).

FOR ¾ TON 2 WHEEL DRIVE: with torsion bar, use 3101-1.

Chart 1 If Measurement is:	5,000 lb. Std. Bracket	Type	5,000 lb. XL Bracket	Type	8,000 lb. MX Bracket	Type
Approximately 1 1/4 Inches	**131-2	Direct Connect	131-17 XL	Crossbar	131-3 MX	Direct Connect
Approximately 3 Inches	N/A	N/A	131-15 XL	N/A	131-8 MX	N/A

Chart 2	5,000 lb. XL Bracket	Type	8,000 lb. MX Bracket	Type
1/2 Ton 2WD	199-8/**199-1 XL	Crossbar	199-3 MX	Direct Connect
1/2 Ton 4WD	**199-1 XL	Crossbar	199-3 MX	Direct Connect
3/4 Ton 4WD	N/A	N/A	3101-1 MX	Direct Connect
3/4 Ton 2WD	199-8 XL	Crossbar	3101-1 MX	Direct Connect

** 199-1 and 131-2 are no longer available.

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