Hey Dave, thanks for the pictures! Based on what you have and what you are looking for the Tie Down Spare Tire Mount part #TD66FR that you referenced would be a great option. This is very similar to what you have now so it would do a great job.
Hey Derek, thanks for the picture! The SeaSucker Universal Recovery Board Mount - Vacuum Mount item #SEA39XR is going to work great on your setup. These will have no problem attaching to the aluminum sides. It's not going to delaminate the…
Hey Eric, welcome back and good morning to you as well. We have the Replacement Crossbar Mounting Clamps and Feet for Thule Rod Vault Fishing Rod Carriers - Qty 2 item #TH83NH, you referenced. Thule does not offer or list a replacement bolt for their…
The Buyers Products 24" Fluorescent Orange Marker Kit #3371308103 are a hollow Nylon construction. They are pretty rigid/sturdy and are designed to be used on vehicles.
You could for sure. You would however want to make sure that the fender is reinforced enough to support the Markers #3371308103 so that they don't just rip the metal or plastic of the fender. I'd get some flat metal from a local home…
You can have a 2-5/16 inch hitch ball on either a 1 inch or 1-1/4 inch shank. The nut on a hitch ball with a 1-1/4 inch shank takes a wrench with a 1-7/8 inch socket. A hitch ball with a 1 inch shank will take a wrench with a 1-1/2 inch socket. You…
Most of the 2-5/16 inch hitch balls will use either a 1-inch diameter shank or 1-1/4 inch diameter shank. The nut size on a hitch ball with a 1-1/4 inch shank, like the Tow Ready 2-5/16 Inch Hitch Ball, part #19286, will use a 1-7/8 inch socket. A…
Hey Roger, The oxidation of the plastic causes this and unfortunately isn't something that you can really get a rating on from the manufacturer. It's the same as the plastic seats at an outdoor stadium. Keeping the trailer clean and out of…
A spacer or hub-centric ring is sometimes used on passenger vehicles, but our resident wheel and tire guru tells me that they aren't needed for use on trailers, due to the weight load a trailer wheel will be under. If you feel you need them, you…
When trying to choose the right NOCO Boost Jump Starter to use for both your trucks, the easiest route is to go by the actual engine size. For example the NOCO #329-GB70 is good for up to 8.0L gas engines and 6.0L diesel engines, while the…
I completely understand where you're coming from. Choosing tire chains can be overwhelming and confusing at times but you've come to the right place for an answer! The tire chains I recommend for the 185/55R16 tires on your 2009 Honda Fit…
Hey Dave, thanks for the pictures! Based on what you have and what you are looking for the Tie Down Spare Tire Mount part #TD66FR that you referenced would be a great option. This is very similar to what you have now so it would do a great job.
Hey Derek, thanks for the picture! The SeaSucker Universal Recovery Board Mount - Vacuum Mount item #SEA39XR is going to work great on your setup. These will have no problem attaching to the aluminum sides. It's not going to delaminate the…
Hey Eric, welcome back and good morning to you as well. We have the Replacement Crossbar Mounting Clamps and Feet for Thule Rod Vault Fishing Rod Carriers - Qty 2 item #TH83NH, you referenced. Thule does not offer or list a replacement bolt for their…
The Buyers Products 24" Fluorescent Orange Marker Kit #3371308103 are a hollow Nylon construction. They are pretty rigid/sturdy and are designed to be used on vehicles.
You could for sure. You would however want to make sure that the fender is reinforced enough to support the Markers #3371308103 so that they don't just rip the metal or plastic of the fender. I'd get some flat metal from a local home…
You can have a 2-5/16 inch hitch ball on either a 1 inch or 1-1/4 inch shank. The nut on a hitch ball with a 1-1/4 inch shank takes a wrench with a 1-7/8 inch socket. A hitch ball with a 1 inch shank will take a wrench with a 1-1/2 inch socket. You…
Most of the 2-5/16 inch hitch balls will use either a 1-inch diameter shank or 1-1/4 inch diameter shank. The nut size on a hitch ball with a 1-1/4 inch shank, like the Tow Ready 2-5/16 Inch Hitch Ball, part #19286, will use a 1-7/8 inch socket. A…
Hey Roger, The oxidation of the plastic causes this and unfortunately isn't something that you can really get a rating on from the manufacturer. It's the same as the plastic seats at an outdoor stadium. Keeping the trailer clean and out of…
A spacer or hub-centric ring is sometimes used on passenger vehicles, but our resident wheel and tire guru tells me that they aren't needed for use on trailers, due to the weight load a trailer wheel will be under. If you feel you need them, you…
When trying to choose the right NOCO Boost Jump Starter to use for both your trucks, the easiest route is to go by the actual engine size. For example the NOCO #329-GB70 is good for up to 8.0L gas engines and 6.0L diesel engines, while the…
I completely understand where you're coming from. Choosing tire chains can be overwhelming and confusing at times but you've come to the right place for an answer! The tire chains I recommend for the 185/55R16 tires on your 2009 Honda Fit…
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