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• What Size Bolts Do I Need For My 5th Wheel Mounting Kit
  From the pictures you sent, it appears that your mounting holes just need to be cleaned. You need something like the Nylon Tube Brush - 3/8", part # 814113. Once the mounting holes have been cleaned, you should be able to use the 12mm bolts. i have included a product description link and a video review link below.
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• Trouble Tightening Hitch Pin on the Thule Apex Swing
  The temperature change will have to be near 100 degrees fahrenheit in order for the metal to expand so I really doubt that is the issue. The likely culprit is some loose dirt/rust or damaged threads on either the hitch pin or weld nut inside the shank of the Thule Swing 4 Bike Rack part # TH9027XT. I would first take some spray lubricant like WD-40 and then use a tube brush like part # 814113 to clean out the threads inside the shank and on the hitch pin. If this does not work then you...
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• Troubleshooting Bolts Not Fitting When Installing Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch on a 2008 Nissan Rogue
  If you are having trouble getting the hardware to install for your Draw-Tite trailer hitch then what you need to do is soak the bolt holes with WD40, wait for a few minutes to let it set in, and then use a wire brush like part # 814113 to clean out any dirt or debris. This isn't very uncommon especially on vehicles that are a little older. Another thing to check is to make sure that you have the correct trailer hitch for your vehicle. If you are trying to install a hitch on the 2008 Nissan...
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• M10 Bolts Will Not Thread Into the Frame to Install a Trailer Hitch on a 2015 Kia Sorento
  The weld nuts in the frame on your 2015 Kia Sorento are likely packed with grime and corrosion. Cleaning them out will allow the bolts to thread in. Basically you will spray the holes with PB Blaster or WD40 and let them soak for about 15 minutes. Then start cleaning them out with a wire brush, like a battery terminal cleaner or a tube brush such as # 814113. You may need to repeat the process more than once. I have included some helpful links below on cleaning weld nuts for you.
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• Installing Trailer Hitch Receiver with Corroded Weldnuts On 2014 Honda CRV EX-L
  The etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2" # e98868 is a great hitch that is easy to install when the weldnuts are not corroded. You have done the right steps in using a lubricant and a nylon brush # 814113, but since that isn't working on 2 of the weldnuts, I recommend using a small wire brush as outlined in the instructions being careful not to damage the threads. If that doesn't solve the problem the next option is to use the 10 mm x 1.25...
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• What Size are the Bolts that Thread Into Weldnuts to Install a Trailer Hitch on a 2003 Saturn Vue
  There are a total of 6 bolts that thread into the factory weldnuts on a 2003 Saturn Vue to install trailer hitch # e98865 as well as 2 carriage bolts and matching nuts that fit other places on the hitch. The bolts that fit the weldnuts are M12x1.75x40mm. But if you need new hardware then you will need # RHK. Enter the hitch number and manufacturer where indicated on that page to get the correctly sized and rated hardware for that hitch and vehicle. If you are having trouble installing...
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• Troubleshooting Frame Weld Nut That May Be Stripped Out On a 2007 Honda CR-V
  If you have already used a Brush # 814113 with some penetrating oil to clean the weld nut on your 2007 Honda CR-V free of rust and debris your next step would be to use a M10 X 1.25 tap to attempt to clean out or fixed the damaged threads. This may be something best left to a professional depending on your comfort and skill level since if the tap goes in cross threaded it will destroy the good threads left in the weld nut. If that happens the weld nut would have to be replaced. Then you...
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• Trailer Hitch Installation on 2010 Chevrolet Traverse With Rusted Weld Nuts
  Installation of a hitch like Draw-Tite # 75528 in your 2010 Chevrolet Traverse whose frame weld nuts are rusted out will require some special attention. My contact at Draw-Tite recommends that you try cleaning out the weld nuts. Often weld nuts can be brought back to a serviceable condition. First, you'll want to spray a penetrating lubricant (PB Blaster, or WD40) into the nuts and allow it to work overnight. You can repeat this step for a few days if time permits. Then use a tube brush...
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• Cleaning out Weld Nuts on 2014 Chrysler Town and Country for Installing Trailer Hitch
  The issue you are experiencing with threading the bolts into the existing holes on your Chrysler's frame is actually not too uncommon. What we recommend doing to clean the weld nuts is to simply use some spray lubricant and a good wire brush like # 814113. You will just want to spray the lubricant (something like WD-40 or Blaster Lubricant) inside the weld nut and then let it sit for a few minutes. Then you can scrub the bolt hole with the wire brush, loosening up any corrosion or grime...
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• Trouble Installing Hardware into Factory Weld Nuts For Curt Receiver C13240 On a 2019 Hyundai Tucson
  The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C13240 for your 2019 Hyundai Tucson includes M10x1.25-30mm bolts to thread into your frames existing weld nuts. It is possible while the threads are cleaned out with a Brush # 814113 that their could be paint overspray or corrosion inside the threads that needs to still be cleaned out. To clean that out you will need a tap from a Tap and Die Set # PT43FR to get any material out from inside the threads. If you do not feel comfortable doing this a service...
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• Trailer Hitch Bolts Will Not Thread Into Factory Weld Nuts
  The problem you are having is common. What happens is over the years the factory weld nuts in the vehicle frame can get packed with crud and corrosion making it difficult to thread in hitch hardware. Some people thing that the bolts are too large when the issue can actually be resolved by giving the weld nuts a good cleaning. Use a spray lubricant such as PB Blaster and soak the weld nut threads for about 15 minutes. Then scrub them out using a wire brush such as # 814113 or a battery...
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• Can Stealth Hitches Trailer Hitch for 2020 Kia Telluride Easily be Installed at Home
  That is an excellent question! Most of the Stealth Hitches are pretty intensive because you typically need to remove the rear bumper. For the Stealth Hitches Hidden Rack Receiver # 391KIATELL20 for your 2020 Kia Telluride though it's actually much more simple. You do have to lower the spare tire and remove the gravel guard underneath but this installation doesn't require that the rear bumper be removed so I'm confident that you can perform this installation right at home even if you aren't...
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• Troubleshooting Installation Of Trailer Hitch Receiver Into Weldnuts On 2013 Kia Forte Hatchback
  To install your Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4" # C11124 which is a confirmed fit for your 2013 Kia Forte Hatchback, the bolts sometimes are hindered by debris in the frame welded nuts. The weldnuts most likely need cleaning, so I recommend using some spray lubricant like UltraLube Biobased Spray Lubricant and Penetrant - 12-oz Aerosol with Straw to loosen up any debris and then use a nylon brush like # 814113 to remove debris without damaging the threads. ...
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• Trailer Lights Work Off and On when Connected to a 2003 Chevy Trailblazer
  What you are describing is a ground issue most likely caused by a dirty or corroded trailer connector on the vehicle. Use a wire brush such as # 814113 to clean off corrosion on the pins. If you can take your vehicle side connector apart then check where the wires attach and clean/repair as needed. You can also inspect the vehicle side wiring from the trailer connector forward on the vehicle and repair any damaged wires.
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• Trailer Hitch Installation on A 2013 Chevrolet Volt With Rusted Weld Nuts
  When installing a The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4 inch # C11221 on a frame that the weld nuts are rusted out will require some special attention. First you should spray a penetrating lubricant like WD40 into the nuts and allow it to work overnight. You can repeat this step for a few days if you have the time. Then you would need to use a tube brush # 814113 to help clean out the threads. This may require several solvent applications and brush cleanings to...
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