Can Trailer Hitch Be Installed on Vehicle with Rust on Frame

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What if the mountng holes on the Terrain are rusted. Can you still mount the hitch?

asked by: Dennis M

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If the vehicle frame has surface rust where the hitch would mount that's pretty normal and would be fine. If the frame has enough rust that the frame is basically starting to deteriorate then I can't recommend you install a hitch.

The Curt hitch part # 13591 would be the most popular and best option we have. I attached an install video for this for you to check out as well.

If at all possible I would remove surface rust with sand paper and spray paint over to keep it from spreading.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

The shank diameter of the trailer ball needs to match the hole diameter of your ball mount, which can be accomplished a few different ways. You could use a ball with a 3/4 inch shank like #19256 as long as you used a reducer bushing like part…

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Answer 2

The majority of standard hitch balls with a 1-7/8" diameter will have a 2,000-3,500 lb weight capacity. If you need a hitch ball with a 1-7/8" diameter that has a 5,000 lb weight capacity then you will need to use a pintle hitch ball. For…

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Answer 9

There are a few different replacement caps for the various Titan actuators. Replacement #T4830601 that you referenced fits model 10 and 20 actuators. Since it doesn't fit you must have one of the others. Cap #T4480701 is for model 60 and Aero…

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Answer 10

The Curt trailer hitch receiver for your 1997 Mercury Sable is the Class II #C12232. If the rust can be sanded off and the hitch repainted, then it is likely still structurally sound. The best way to have them evaluated is to have a trailer shop…

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Answer 11

Rather than change the coupler, the easiest option is to change the size of the ball ON YOUR BALL mount. If your coupler currently uses a 1-7/8 inch ball and your towing vehicle has a hitch and ball mount with a 2 inch ball, you can use an…

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