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• Can You Use Two Adapters Together While Flat Towing A 2000 Jeep Wrangler TJ
  Using two adapters together would lower the weight capacity by 50% so you wouldn't be able to flat tow your Jeep using the Roadmaster Hitch Mounted Spare Tire Carrier w/ 2" Receiver Opening # RM-195225 and a high low adapter.
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• Bolt Hole Measurements of the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver Class III 2" # 13408
  My contact at Curt Manufacturing confirmed, that the bolt holes on the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver Class III - 2" # 13408, are spaced 4.35" on center from front to back. The forward most holes are spaced 39.937" apart on center, and the rear most holes are 39.437" apart on center.
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• Trailer Hitch and Brake Controller Recommendation for 1999 Jeep Wrangler TJ
  What year Wrangler do you have? (follow up posted below)
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• Need A Bolt Kit For A Curt 13408 For A 1998 Jeep Wrangler
  Hello Mark. We can provide a bolt kit for the Curt # 13408 hitch with part # RHK. Once you go to the page for the #RHK there will be a box where you enter the part number for your hitch. In this case you will enter the part number # 13408 in this box before adding the # RHK to your cart. This will get you a complete hardware kit for your hitch.
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• Replacement Hardware Kit for Curt 13408 For Jeep Wrangler TJ
  In order to replace the mounting hardware for your Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" Item # 13408 you'll want the Replacement Hitch Hardware Kit # RHK. When you go to the page for the # RHK there is a field marked "Hitch Item Number" and you'll put the part number for your hitch- 13408- into that field.
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• Curt Hitch #13408 Replacement Hardware Recommendation
  Replacement hardware is available. You will need part # RHK. Once on the product page, just type in the Hitch Item Number in the box on the right. Then use the pull down menu below that to select the manufacturer. Then just click the Add to Cart button and you will be done. Hitch hardware is one-only. So you if you are trying to install this hitch on a second vehicle you would want to use all new hardware.
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• What is the Difference Between the Curt Hitches # 13430 and # 13408 for a 2006 Jeep TJ Wrangler
  The biggest difference between Curt Hitch # 13430 and # 13408 is that the # 13430 has a round cross tube whereas the # 13408 has a square cross tube. This difference is primarily an aesthetic difference since both of these hitches have the same towing capacities. Another difference between the two hitches is how it attaches to the frame of your 2006 Jeep TJ. I attached a picture that shows the different mounting methods each hitch has. I also attached a picture of both of these hitches...
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• Replacement Mounting Hardware for Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver 13408
  You can definitely get replacement hardware for the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # 13408 that fits your 2000 Jeep Wrangler; what you will need is the Replacement Hardware Kit for Trailer Hitches # RHK. All you need to do is click # RHK, enter "13408" in the "Hitch Item Number" box, select "Curt" from the drop-down menu, hit "Add to Cart" and you're set!
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• Can the Fuel Tank Be Removed from 2001 Jeep TJ With Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver 13408 Installed
  From what I have found, there are four bolts holding the fuel tank in place at the back of your 2001 Jeep TJ. The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # 13408 covers these bolts once it is installed, so it would have to be uninstalled in order to access them and remove your fuel tank. I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # 13430 instead. This hitch sits slightly further back, leaving those bolts accessible. There should be plenty of clearance to remove the fuel tank, although it may make...
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• What Size Bolts Come with Curt Trailer Hitch part # 13408
  The trailer hitch part # 13408 comes with install bolts that are 7/16-14 x 1 3/4 and M12 - 1.75 x 50mm. These are Grade 5. If you were in need or replacement hardware you can order it from us with part # RHK.
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• Curt Hitch Recommendation for the 2002 Jeep Wrangler
  Both the Curt hitch part # 13408 and the part # 13430 would work well on your 2002 Jeep Wrangler. Both have the same capacities and have 2 inch openings. The differences are that the # 13408 uses a different attachment method like you noticed and has a square cross tube whereas the # 13430 uses a round tube. Both are equally strong, some just prefer the look of one over the other. I attached pics of both of these hitches installed to let you decide which you like better. I attached install...
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• Will a Reese Class III Trailer Hitch Fit a 1985 and 2004 Jeep Wrangler?
  I do have a few hitches that will fit these vehicles individually, however, there are no hitches which will fit on both your 2004 Jeep Wrangler and 1985 Jeep CJ-7. For your 2004 Jeep Wrangler, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch Class III # 13408. This hitch is confirmed to fit your Wrangler by Curt and we have test fitted the hitch on a 2004 Jeep Wrangler. I have attached a photo of this hitch on your vehicle. This hitch is a bolt-on installation and the maximum gross trailer weight is...
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• Will Install of Aries TrailCrusher 1 Piece Rear Bumper # AA2157001 Affect Towing Capacity
  The Aries TrailCrusher 1 Piece Rear Bumper # AA2157001 that you referenced is designed to fit your 2004 Jeep Wrangler with a standard trailer hitch like the Curt part # 13408 installed so this would work well without cutting the capacity of the hitch either.
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• Replacement Mounting Hardware Kit For Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver 13048
  Absolutely! To get a replacement hardware kit for the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # 13408 you will need # RHK. Above the add to cart button you will enter the hitch item number which in your case is 13048, and select Curt from the manufacturer drop down menu. This will include everything needed to install the Curt # 13408 on your vehicle.
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• Recommended Brake Controller and 7-Way Connection for 2005 Jeep TJ Unlimited Rubicon
  For your 2005 Jeep TJ Unlimited Rubicon I recommend the Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller # RED24FR. This proportional brake controller has a 3-Axis accelerometer which allows you to mount the main unit in any position out of sight which means it won't be taking up space in your Jeep. The control knob can mount anywhere in your vehicle and allows for fast and easy adjustment. You will also need the Universal Wiring Harness for Redarc Tow-Pro Trailer Brake Controllers # RED69FR to...
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• Trailer Wiring and Hitch Recommendation for a 1999 jeep Wrangler
  Basically, there are 2 different ways on which you can install trailer wiring on a 1999 Jeep Wrangler. The Tow Ready Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring, # 118409, plugs in line with the wiring behind the vehicle tail lights. Installation may take a little longer than the other harness but these types of connections are popular and work well. I have included a link to the installation details and a video showing a typical installation for you. The Hopkins Harness, # 42615, plugs into a connector...
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• Where Do I Find Replacement Hardware Kit For My Curt Receiver Hitch # 13408?
  Yes we do have replacement hardware kits for this Curt # 13408 hitch. You will want to go to the product page of Replacement Hardware Kit for Trailer Hitches # RHK and enter in your hitch item number, for examle, # 13408. Then select the hitch manufacturer and add to cart. Always make sure to replace the mounting hardware when transferring a hitch to another vehicle. I have attached a demonstration video for the hardware.
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• Can Tow Hook be Reinstalled on 2202 Jeep TJ with Curt Trailer Hitch Installed
  The tow hook on your 2002 Jeep TJ can't be able to reinstalled with the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # 13408. These use the same mounting locations and the hardware is only able to accommodate one of them. Attached is a video showing us perform the installation on a 2005 Wrangler where it has the tow hook.
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• Trailer Hitch Recommendation for 1998 Jeep Wrangler Sport
  Those two vehicles are different enough that they'd require two different hitches. For a Class III hitch that fits your 1998 Jeep Wrangler we have the Curt part # 13408 that would work well. This is a 2 inch hitch with a 4,000 lb trailer towing capacity. I attached an install video for this for you to check out as well.
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• Can a 1997 Jeep TJ Handle 2,500 Pounds Gross Trailer Weight to Tow ATVs and Gear
  You will want to check the owners manual of the 1997 Jeep TJ for the official towing capacities but I am fairly certain it can handle 2,500 pounds of gross trailer weight. What you will want to add is a transmission cooler since you will be towing in the mountains. The extra weight of the trailer and items in it combined with the hilly mountainous terrain will put a lot of stress on the transmission. Adding a cooler will lower the temperature of the fluid and increase the life of the transmission. I...
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• Will Curt Trailer Hitch 13408 Fit a 2006 Jeep Wrangler with Factory Gas Tank Armor
  Curt trailer hitch # 13408 does not exclude models of the 2006 Jeep Wrangler with the factory gas tank armor you have. It does not fit Unlimited models though. But what I recommend is taking a look at the linked instructions as well as installation videos on the page and compare those to your Jeep to ensure fit. If you plan on doing some towing I recommend 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 inch rise...
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• Replacement Hardware for Curt Hitch To Reinstall On 1999 Jeep Wrangler
  We have just what you need. Since you had to remove the hitch to do some work on your Wrangler, it is always recommended to use new mounting hardware when re-installing a trailer hitch. For your Curt Hitch part # 13408, the hardware kit can be ordered by typing the part # RHK in the search box on our website. You will then need to type the hitch number in the box on the right side of the page and under that select Curt from the dropdown box. Then enter the quantity of hardware sets you...
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• Fit of Curt # 13408 Trailer Hitch on 1997 Jeep Wrangler w/ Smittybilt Aftermarket Rear Bumper
  The hitches we offer for the 1997 Wrangler were designed with the stock bumper in mind. As long as your Smittybilt tube bumper doesn't sit any lower on the vehicle than the stock bumper would, the Curt # 13408 should fit. You can doe some measuring to confirm. Measure downward from the frame member where the hitch would attach by 1-3/4 inches. This is where the top of the receiver tube would sit. If the bottom of your bumper is any lower than that, the hitches we offer for the 1997 Wrangler...
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• Why Do Different Hitches Install in Different Ways on a 2005 Jeep Wrangler
  One method is not really better than the other. There is just more than one way a hitch could be installed on the 2005 Jeep Wrangler. It would be slightly easier to install a hitch that mounts just to the bottoms of the frame rails, such as # 13408, since the mounting holes are a little easier to reach. If you plan on doing some towing I recommend 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 inch rise or 4 inch...
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