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• Carriage Bolts That Come With Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver 13084 and How To Clean Weldnuts
  The Curt Trailer Hitch part # 13084 comes with 6 of grade 8, 1/2-13 x 1 3/4 carriage bolts. I recommend to clean the weld nuts with a brush like part # 814092 before trying to screw in the carriage bolts. It helps to use a brush and WD-40. I have attached a helpful article for your reference.
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• Replacement Hardware For Curt Trailer Hitch on 2000 Jeep Cherokee
  Hi Steve; we do indeed have replacement hardware for the Curt hitch that fits your 2000 Jeep Cherokee; what you will need is the following: - Replacement Hardware Kit for Trailer Hitches # RHK All you need to do is click # RHK, enter the hitch part number in the "Hitch Item Number" box and you're set. The two Curt hitches that fit your Jeep are parts # 13084 and # 13160. If you take a look at the photos of the hitches below you should be able to compare them to what is on your Jeep to...
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• Replacement Hardware for Curt Trailer Hitch on a 1999 Jeep Cherokee
  Yes, if you are on the replacement hardware kit page, # RHK, you would enter 13084 for hitch # 13084 where indicated for the hitch number and select Curt as the manufacturer to get the proper hardware for that hitch. I have also linked a video showing installation and the instructions to the right for you. If you plan on doing some towing you might be interested in etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts; one with a 3/4 inch rise or 2 inch drop and one with a 2-3/4...
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• Troubleshooting Difficult to Thread in Hitch Install Bolts
  Trailer frame weld nuts notoriously end up with rust in them which makes installing hitch hardware pretty difficult. Often times it seems like the solution is to use smaller hitch hardware but the real solution is to clean out the weld nuts so that the hardware can fit like it needs to. I have included a few links on hitch installation tips, cleaning weld nuts, and a video on cleaning weld nuts for you. Typically the most efficient solution is to get a thread tap to clean the weld nuts.
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• Could Curt Hitch for you 2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport Carry MaxxTow Motorcycle Carrier
  The trailer hitch # 13084 that fits your 2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport has more than enough capacity to carry your Suzuki DRZ400 and the Motorcycle Carrier # e98873 but you'll need to make sure that your vehicle also has the capacity needed. I looked up the capacity of your vehicle and it would appear it has a lower capacity of 200 lbs tongue weight but you'll need to verify that.
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• Replacement Hardware Kit for Curt Trailer Hitch 13084 on a 1997 Jeep Cherokee
  To get a replacement hardware kit for Curt hitch # 13084 for your 1997 Jeep Cherokee you will need # RHK. The RHK product page you will need to enter the hitch number, 13084 where indicated and then select the manufacturer from the drop[ down menu. Then just click the add to cart button and our crack team of hardware specialists will assemble the proper kit. I have included links to the instructions and to a video showing a typical installation of this hitch for you.
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• Is Curt Class III Trailer Hitch # 13084 a Correct Fit for the 1997 Jeep Cherokee Sport
  Thank you for providing the photo of the underside of the frame rail on your 1997 Jeep Cherokee Sport. The 2-inch Class III hitch you purchased, part # 13084, is indeed a correct fit for your Cherokee. We do also offer a round-tube hitch, also from Curt, which is part # 13160. These differ only in their cosmetics, one being a square-tube design that is slightly less visible beneath the bumper than the round-tube version. Both offer identical capacities and both install in the same manner....
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• Are Any Trailer Wiring Harnesses for 1996 Jeep Cherokee Plug and Play
  I can completely understand not wanting to splice wires, but I checked with the manufacturers and there is no option for a plug-and-play or plug-in trailer wiring harness for your 1996 Jeep Cherokee, so hardwiring is the only way to add a trailer wiring harness. For that I recommend the Upgraded Circuit Protected Tail Light Converter Hardwire Kit with 4-Pole Connector and Circuit Tester # 119178KIT. I like this kit because it includes everything you need, including the circuit tester...
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• Does Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver 13084 for 1999 Jeep Cherokee Include All Needed Install Hardware
  The Curt hitch part # 13084 that you referenced includes all of the hardware you see in the picture I attached. There is a bolt leader/fish wire that comes with it as you can see. I also attached an install video for this hitch on a similar 1999 Jeep Cherokee as yours for you to check out as well.
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• Installing Curt Class lll Hitch On 1997 Jeep Cherokee
  Per the instructions for the Curt Trailer Hitch, part # 13084, you should use the existing bolts and reinstall them with the included washers. That method is for vehicles equipped with frame mounted, closed sided, steel skid shield. This is noted as Type A in the instructions. For Type B which is 1997 and newer vehicles with the frame mounted, closed sided, steel skid shield. You would reuse the existing M12 bolts but you need to drill holes in the skid shield. If your Cherokee is NOT...
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• Trailer Hitch & Wiring Harness Fits for 1999 Jeep Cherokee
  Curt 2-inch Class III hitch # 13084 is a confirmed fit on your 1999 Jeep Cherokee. This and all other hitch fits for your vehicle are shown on the linked page. This Curt hitch is a no-drill install on most Cherokees but some may require drilling a hole in the skid shield. The hitch includes all hardware and its installation in a 1999 Cherokee is shown in the linked video. Written instructions and a helpful article are linked too. For a 4-pole wiring harness you can use part # 118354 which...
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• Why Would Trailer Hitch Install Bolts Not Thread Into Vehicle Frame Weld Nuts
  This is a fairly common problem on vehicles that have seen a few seasons. What ends up happening is that the weld nuts on the vehicle frame end up developing corrosion or collecting dirt and this prevents the bolts from threading in. What you will need to do is clean the threads of the weld nuts and they hardware will thread right in. I attached a help article and video that details how to do this for you to check out.
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• What Is The Difference Between Curt Trailer Hitch # 13084 and # 13160
  The only difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch # 13084 and the Curt Trailer Hitch # 13160, is the shape of the tubing. Curt Trailer Hitch # 13084 has a square-tube design while the Curt Hitch # 13160 has a round-tube design. The square-tube hitch will be more visible on the back of your Jeep while the round-tube hitch will be tucked up just a little more. The round-tube hitch is designed to be a more sleek design. Both the Curt Hitch # 13084 and # 13160 have the same towing and tongue...
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• Does Curt Trailer Hitch 13084 Fit a 1992 Jeep Cherokee Laredo
  Curt trailer hitch # 13084 is a custom fit trailer hitch designed specifically to fit certain model year Jeep Cherokees and Wagoneers. I have included a link to a video showing installation of the hitch and the instructions for you. I went out to the warehouse and measured the holes on the hitch. Across they are 35-7/8 inches apart on center. Measuring from the hole that would attach furthest back on the vehicle to the next hole (front to back) is 1-7/8 inches on center. From the second...
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• Hitch Recommendation for a Jeep Cherokee that Will Put Hitch Closest to the Ground as Possible
  From the top of the hitch opening to ground the Curt Hitch part # 13084 that you referenced will be about 15 inches depending on the height of your vehicle. The Curt Hitch part # 13160 will sit about 5 inches higher. So going with the # 13084 will place the hitch opening approximately 5 inches closer to the ground
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• Tip for Retrieving Lost Bolt in Jeep Frame When Installing Hitch
  If you leave the bolt in the frame you most likely wouldn't ever notice that it was there, but there's a small chance you could hear it rattle around. If you have one of those telescoping magnet tools for retrieving lost bolts that may be helpful. It's hard to say what kind of frame access you'd have if you took the bumper off since we've never had to do that.
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• Replacement Hitch Hardware Recommendation for a 2001 Jeep Cherokee
  We do sell hardware kits or the trailer hitches we offer. For that you would want the part # RHK. On the product page you will need to select the hitch manufacturer and part number for the hitch you need hardware for. The most popular hitch we offer for your 2001 Jeep Cherokee is the Curt Hitch part # 13084. I also attached a set of install instructions and video for you to check out.
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• Troubleshooting Bolts Too Big When Installing Trailer Hitch on 1998 Jeep Cherokee
  It is actually pretty common for the bolts to seem like they are too big to fit when installing a trailer hitch such as the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # 13084 that fits your 1998 Jeep Cherokee. The issue is especially prevalent in more well-traveled vehicles because dirt and corrosion will have taken their toll, making the bolts seem too big for installation. The best option is to use lubricant and then very thoroughly scrub the weld nuts with Nylon Tube Brush # 814092. This can take...
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• Towing Setup Recommendations for a 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee Pulling a Boat and Trailer
  The first thing you will need to do is check with Jeep to determine what the towing capacity is for certain. Next, you will want to get an accurate weight for the boat and trailer. Once you have those numbers we will be able to know what is safe for you to do with your trailer. In some states you are required to have trailer brakes on trailers that weigh over a certain amount. You will want to check with your local DOT to see what, if any, regulations are in place for trailer brakes. A...
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• Replacement Hardware For Curt Trailer Hitch 13084
  Yes, you can order the replacement hardware for the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # 13084; what you will need is the following: - Replacement Hardware Kit for Trailer Hitches # RHK All you need to do is click # RHK, enter "13084" in the "Hitch Item Number" box and you're set.
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• Hitch Installation Hardware and Trailer Wiring Harness for 1997 Jeep Cherokee Country
  Yes! We can help you order replacement hitch installation hardware for the hitch you already have for your 1997 Jeep Cherokee Country. We can also get you set with a wiring harness. For replacement hitch hardware use part # RHK. Just enter that part in our search field and press enter. Then click on the RHK. On the next page you'll enter your hitch part number and the manufacturer name. This should be noted on the safety/warning sticker on your hitch. This will tell us the exact hardware...
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• Is Mounting Hardware Included With Curt Hitch Metric Or Standard For 2001 Jeep Cherokee
  Per the installation instructions the Curt Trailer Hitch, part # 13084 that is a fit for your 2001 Jeep Cherokee uses metric hardware for the installation. This is a Class lll hitch that features a 2 X 2 inch receiver opening. This hitch comes with the hardware needed for installation. I have attached an installation video for this hitch on a Jeep Cherokee you can check out. I recommend the etrailer ball mount kit, part # 989900. This kit comes with 2 ball mounts, part # 2923 that has...
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• Trailer Hitch Replacement Hardware For 1997 Jeep Cherokee
  If all you need is the installation kit, we have just what you are looking for. You need part # RHK. When on the product page for # RHK just enter the hitch number in the appropriate box and then select the hitch manufacturer from the drop down menu. Enter the quantity and you are good to go.
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• Differences Between Curt Hitches 13084 and 13160 for a 1999 Jeep Cherokee
  The install for the two hitches you mentioned are going to be the exact same. The difference is that the # 13084 has a square cross tube and the part # 13160 uses a round cross tube. It's purely an aesthetic thing. Some people prefer the look of one over the other. Since the square tube hitch # 13084 costs less it would be what I would go with. I attached an install video for this hitch for you to check out as well.
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