Can Over-Trimmed Appearance Panel be Repaired After Hitch Installation
Updated 05/11/2017 | Published 05/10/2017
Question:
I got a little carried away and took out the entire bumper cutout area. Is that a problem? Any suggestions to fix?
asked by: Will W
Helpful Expert Reply:
Oopses can happen. It's happened to me before so no worries! If you still have the piece that you trimmed away what I recommend is to use a product called JB Weld available at auto parts stores to affix it back on the available sides. JB Weld is a strong product and works with a variety of materials so the panel on the vehicle will not be an issue.
If you do not still have the piece you can likely find a similar piece of plastic and use that instead. Or at the very least wrap up that electrical connector with black electrical tape to help keep moisture from splashing up there.
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class II - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
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- Class II
- 350 lbs TW
- 3500 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- No Cross Tube
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